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LOS ANGELES AREA

Agoura Hills Dance & Performing Arts Center
5015 Cornell Rd., Agoura Hills, CA 91301
818-991-8883  
www.agouradance.com All ages - beginning to professional and very popular classes for boys.

A-LIST BALLET
6755 Hollywood Blvd, 2nd Fl, Hollywood, CA 90028
323-395-1226, www.idahollywood.com
Conny Mathot: BA, CDTA, RAD. Award Winning Choreographer - connymathot@aol.com
Classical Ballet Classes - Intermediate to professional. Teaches at International Dance Academy Hollywood, Mon & Wed 10:30am-12noon & 12noon-1:30pm.

The Athletic Garage
121 Waverly Dr., Pasadena, CA 91105
626-229-9769
Classes in jazz, hip hop salsa, Pilates and Afro Latino, plus gymnastics & chear.

California Dancearts & California Theatrical Youth Ballet
4490 Cornishon Ave, La Canada, Ca. 91011
Tel: (818) 790-7924  Fax: (501) 641-7117
e-mail:info@caldancearts.com www.caldancearts.com
Career prep school  & company. Ltd class sizes, professional productions. Beg-adv ballet, pointe, pas de duex, mens, MPT, jazz, modern, hip-hop, acro.

Chonique & Lisette
818-985-3193

6514 Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood, CA
Lisette teaches jazz funk. Assignments include Britney Spears, Christina Milian, Paulina Rubio, and Pink. Teach hip hop at Debbie Reynolds Studios.

Doug Caldwell
1020 N Cole Ave, 4th floor, Hollywood, CA 90038
323-962-7733
Doug has a regular core of dancers who perform his work in concerts and Benefits throughout S. California. Teaches Jazz 4 at the Edge in Hollywood.

Dee Caspary
1020 N Cole Ave, 4th floor, Hollywood, CA 90038
323-962-7733
Dee produces choreography on a core group of dancers who perform at Venues, benefits, and concerts throughout S. California. Teaches Jazz 4 at the Edge in Hollywood.

Dance Arts Academy
731 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-932-6230 
www.danceartsacademy.com
Spacious studios with classes in ballet, modern, jazz, tap, Flamenco, belly dancing, Classical East Indian, Afro-Cuban, Tango, Salsa, Swing, Tai Chi Chuan, Aerobics and more.

The Dance Doctor
1440 Fourth St., Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-459-2264
Visit the Dance Doctor, John Cassese, for classes in salsa, lindy hop, jazz and swing.

Dance Studio No. 1
10850 Pico Blvd., Suite 610, Los Angeles, CA 90054
310-446-4443
RAD training for children and fun classes for adults.  Located in the Westside Pavilion.

Debbie Allen Dance Academy
3631 Hayden Ave., Culver City, CA 90232
310-280-9145  866-432-6234 www.debbieallendanceacademy.com 

Complete training for young dancers designed by Debbie Allen herself.

Debbie Reynolds Studio
6514 Lankershim Blvd., N. Hollywood, CA 91606
818-985-3193 or 818-985-4176, 818-985-6927 fax
Professional & non-pro training for adults & children.  All levels: Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Tumbling, Turns, Acting & Vocal Workshops.

IDA Hollywood
6755 Hollywood Blvd 2nd Floor,
Hollywood, CA 90028
(323) 463-8865 info@idahollywood.com
www.idahollywood.com
We offer outstanding training in all area of professional dance to beginners and professionals, and adults and children. Ballet, Pointe, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz Funk, Tap, African, Belly Dance, Brazilian Samba, Salsa and more.

Teresa Espinosa
6514 Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood, CA 
818-985-3193
Teresa has worked with Janet Jackson, and other pop artists. Teresa has worked with Janet Jackson, Britney Spears, Missy Elliot, and Pink.Teaches hip hop at Debbie Reynolds Studios.

Nick Florez
1020 N Cole Ave, 4th floor, Hollywood, CA 90038
323-962-7733
Nick has performed with Janet Jackson and Britney Spears and will soon be seen in Grover Dale's documentary "Operation: Dream Job."Teaches Jazz Funk at the Edge in Hollywood.

FOSSE MASTER CLASS SERIES
                               

Instructor: Suzanne (Harrer) Carlton
Credits: BROADWAY: Fosse, Chicago, Saturday Night Fever.

Contact:
(323) 350-3945 or Email: suzanne@suzannecarlton.com

 


Andre Fuentes
6514 Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood, CA
818-985-3193
Andre's work has been seen throughout the industry. Andre's credits include Britney Spears, Prince, Brandy, Chaka Khan, and Moesha. Teaches jazz at Debbie Reynolds Studios.

Hama's Dance Center
12117 Moorpark St., Studio City, CA 91604 818-985-8701
Home of Jazz Dance L.A.  Classes in Jazz Tap, Hip Hop, Ballet, Flamenco, Salsa, Musical Theater workshops, & Yoga, for children & adults.

RICK HEIMAN

Teaches fusion jazz dance (Cobra Jazz Dance) at various L.A. area locations. For class times and locations call (323) 377-9397 or visit www.cobrajazzdance.com. Rick is Artistic Director of BelCobraDance, a professional L.A. based fusion dance company.

 

Inland Pacific Ballet
5050 Arrow Highway, Montclair, CA 91763
909-482-1591, 909-626-7756 fax, 
www.ipballet.org
Outstanding faculty offering classes in ballet, pointe, variations, musical theatre, modern and Pilates based conditioning.

Rhapsody James
6514 Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood, CA
818-985-3193
Rhapsody is the Artistic Director of Rhapsody Dance Company taking Street Jazz to the concert stage. She also choreo'd videos for Wayne Wonder, Fat Joe & R. Kelly. Teaches Street jazz at Debbie Reynolds Studios .

Jazz Tap Ensemble
1416 Westwood Blvd. #207 L.A., CA 90024
310-475-4412 www.jazztapensemble.org
The Jazz Tap Ensemble Caravan Project is a professional training program for talented teen tap dancers ages 13-19.

Roger Lee
6514 Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood, CA
818-985-3193
Roger's work for Janet Jackson has been seen internationally. Roger has worked with Janet Jackson and Blaque. Teaches hip hop at  Debbie Reynolds Studios. 

Los Angeles Ballet Academy
18138 Sherman Way, Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 780-6126 / (818) 342-0211, www.laballet.com
Andrea Paris: Artistic Director. Classical Ballet, Repertoire, Boys technique, Pilates, Contemporary. Preschool Program, plus Jazz, Tap, Voice and Hip Hop. Home of the Los Angeles Youth Ballet Theatre & Theatrics Dance Company.

Alex Magno
6514 Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood, CA
818-985-3193
Wed 7-8pm Mon & Wed noon-1:30pm. Alex has contributed to Madonna's world tour.Teaches jazz at Debbie Reynolds Studios.

Kevin Maher
6514 Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood, CA
818-985-3193
Kevin enjoys an impressive reputation throughout the industry. Kevin has appeared with Mariah Carey, George Michael, and Bassment Jaxx. Teaches hip hop at Debbie Reynolds Studios.

Chuck Maldonado
6514 Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood, CA
818-985-3193
Chuck has handled staging assignments with Pink and Kylie Minogue. Teaches hip hop at Debbie Reynolds Studios.

Kitty McNamee
1020 N Cole Ave, 4th floor, Hollywood, CA 90038
323-962-7733
Kitty is artistic director of her own dance company "Hysterica." Teaches contemporary jazz at the Edge Hollywood. Teaches contemporary jazz at the Edge Hollywood.

Media Dance Arts Center
237 E. Palm Ave., Burbank, CA 91505
818-972-9692
"Where the old world of ballet meets the new world of hip hop."  Russian ballet training, jazz, tap, swing....and hip hop.

MKM Cultural Arts Center
11401 N. Chandler Blvd., North Hollywood, CA
818-752-2616
Shirley Martin is establishing a cultural oasis in the Valley with classes in modern, ballet, tap, flamenco, drumming and more.

Adam Parson
1020 N Cole Ave, 4th floor, Hollywood, CA 90038
323-962-7733
Adam is artistic director of his own dance company "Commonality."

Pasadena Dance Theatre Conservatory
1985 E. Locust St., Pasadena, CA 91109
626-683-3459
Classical training for dancers who aspire toward a professional career in dance. Children to adult. Home of Pasadena Dance Theatre.
 
Performing Arts Center
7932 Haskell Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406
818-779-0428
Excellent training, child to adult.  Scholarship program available.

Peninsula School of Performing Arts
2325 Palos Verdes Dr. W., #106, Palos Verdes Estates, CA
310-375-1398
Home of Peninsula Ballet Co., classes for children to adults in ballet, tap & jazz.

Retter's Academy of Dance
5341 Derry Ave., Suite A, Agoura Hills, CA  91301
818-889-5774
Jazz, ballet, tap & hip hop for children to adults.

Santa Monica Dance Studio
211 Arizona Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-319-5339  www.santamonicadancestudio.com   
Children's program, plus professional level classes for adults. Just a stone's throw from the Pacific Ocean.

Synthesis Dance Center
4200 Lankershim Blvd., Universal City, CA 91602
818-754-1760
Professional faculty.  Children¹s program & adult professional & non-pro classes.

Tap Academy
1334 Lincoln Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-828-4904
Tap for adults - all levels.

Two-Snake Studios
1637 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
310-273-4797
Yoga training dancers will relate to.  Classes - all levels & private sessions.

Westside Academy of Dance
1711 Stewart St., Santa Monica, CA 90404
310-828-2018
Ballet training, children to adult.

Tovaris Wilson
1020 N Cole Ave, 4th floor, Hollywood, CA 90038
323-962-7733
Tovaris' choreography has been seen on Janet Jackson's Tour. He has performed with Britney Spears and Cher.

Zeal Studios
11911 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90066
Large new studio featuring some of L.A.¹s best teachers.  Classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, jazz funk and more.


ORANGE COUNTY, CA

Academy of Dance
2431 N. Tustin Ave #Q, Santa Ana CA 92705
Tel: (714) 571-0443 Fax: (714) 896-8799
e-Mail: academyofdance@socal.rr.com
Pre-professional school with wonderful faculty and well trained serious-minded students. Beg-Advanced classes offered in ballet (including RAD method), pointe, tap, modern, jazz, pilates. Many performance opportunities. Director: Merle Sepel (RAD grades examiner), Assistant Director: Rebecca Tsivkin. Home of American Pacific Ballet Company.

Jimmie DeFore Dance Center
151 Kalmus Dr., #G-3, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
714-241-9908
Children & adult classes in ballet, tap, jazz & hip hop.

LA DANCE CENTER

9929 Walker St. (Ball & Walker)
Cypress, CA 90630
714-220-9222
www.ladancecenter.com 
Bringing Hollywood to Orange County! Training in Dance, Voice, Acting and Modeling for kids and adults, from beginner to professional level all taught by industry professionals. Monthly series, drop-in classes, workshops and private artist development available in hip hop, breakdance, jazz, lyrical, ballet, tap, musical theater, pop vocals, theater vocals, acting, and modeling. LADC boasts award winning dance companies and is the home of two professional hip hop dance crews and the tween vocal group ‘The Candies’.

Saddleback Dance Center
24194 Alicia Pkwy., Suite D, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
949-586-5422
Strong curriculum in ballet, jazz, rhythm tap, musical theatre and chearleading.


SAN DIEGO, CA

Academy of Performing Arts
4580-B Alvarado Canyon Rd., San Diego, CA 92120
619-282-1884
Training for children to adults. Companies in residence: Liam Harney Irish Dance Co., McCaleb Dance, San Diego Dance Theatre & Malashock Dance & Co.


SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Rhythm Room Dance
1250 D Newell Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA
(925) 939-4802  www.rhythmroomdance.com
Adults & kids classes. Specialize in hip hop, breakdance, jazz, ballet, tap, ethnic. Classes include Latin, Tahitian, Belly, Salsa, Indian, African, Tango. Pre-professional development & professional level training.

The San Francisco Tap Dance Center
540 Alabama St., San Francisco, CA 94110
800-RADTAPS 
www.radtap.com
Rad Tap TechniqueTM for adults and tap teachers.

SEATTLE, WA

Westlake Dance Center
2025 8th Ave., Seattle, WA
206-621-7378 
www.westlakedance.com
Classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern.
 

NEW YORK CITY

Jeff Amsden
Broadway Dance Center
221 W 57th St (bet Bway and 7th Ave) 5th floor, NY, NY 10019
212-582-9304
Jeff is the Artistic Director of "A Few Good Men Dancing" that tours successfully aboard as well as in the U.S.

Broadway Dance Center
221 W. 57th St., 5th Floor, New York, NY 10019
212-582-9304, 212-977-2202 fax  
www.bwydance.com
The place to go for dance in NYC.  Fifty classes daily in jazz, ballet, tap, floor barre, modern, theatre, yoga, stretch, voice & fitness.

Angel Feliciano
Peridance
132 4th Ave, New York, NY 100003
(212) 505-0886
Credits: Mario, Tour of "Break-The Urban Funk Spectacular."

Glenn Douglas Packard
Broadway Dance Center
221 W 57th St (bet Bway and 7th Ave), 5th floor, NY, NY 10019
212-582-9304
Glenn is the director of Pop Starz Production Company. Teaches HIP HOP.

Wes Veldink
Broadway Dance Center
221 W 57th St (bet Bway and 7th Ave), 5th floor, NY, NY 10019
212-582-9304
Wes is the Artistic Director of the Wes Veldink Movement Co that performs nationally.

Jacqui Young
Astoria Dance Centre
25-95 Steinway Street 2nd floor, Astoria, NY
(718) 545-0763  jacqui@newyorkcitydance.com
Jacqui is the Artistic Director of the Push Factor Dance Company, the only alternative jazz dance company in NYC. She is also the Director of DanzJam Conventions and Competitions. She has choreographed for The Nashville Network, Melinda Sax, The First Lady of Magic in Las Vegas, NV. She has also choreographed for The Prince of Magic Kirby Van Burch in Branson, MO. Other choreography credits include the US premier of Uncle Ebenezer "A Christmas Carol", the International Dance Festival at the Duke in NYC and the Winter Showcase at the NEW Alvin Ailey studios in NYC.

ATLANTA

Dance411 Studios
749 Moreland Ave SE, Bldg C-201, Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 622-4110 www.dance411studios.com
Wide variety of styles, all levels, professional to beginner for children, teens and adults. Industry instructors for hip-hop, jazz, ballet, bellydancing, salsa, more.


CHICAGO

Gus Giordano Dance Center
614 Davis St., Evanston, IL 60201
847-866-9442, 847-866-9228 fax
Home of the Jazz Dance World Congress. Extensive schedule of classes for children - adults, professional & non-pro in ballet, modern tap, jazz & hip hop.


 


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