Theatre Dance Centre

My children have had many positive learning experiences and theatre productions here. I would not send them anywhere else.

I'm surprised to be the 1st to leave a Review.After having studies many years at different school, including RWB, Contemporary Dancers, Mireille Grandpierre and more ..Kathleen is a wonderful teacher.Her classes are technical and friendly with just enough strictness to inspire betterment.I will recommend Theatre Dance to anyone seeking ballet (and more).Looking forward to other classes (choreography, acting)

Our kids have been involved at Theatre Dance Centre for several years now. They have been involved in musical theatre productions and dance classes. The instruction is top notch, but my appreciation for TDC goes well beyond excellent instruction.Over the last year and a half TDC has been a safe space when in-person learning has been possible and something our kids have looked forward to every week even when classes shifted online. The efforts made by Kathleen and her instructors to care for kids, to help them find joy in the midst of a pandemic, and to teach them have been nothing short of remarkable.Our kids can’t wait for the 2021/2022 season to start!

Safe and fun environment! Great place to have your kids take dance classes and be in theatre even if you think you're too old.

I attended the free introductory Jazz class and it became apparent within literally minutes that the instructor" Kathleen is either not skilled enough and/or not qualified enough to teach dance movements

I started taking ballet at Theatre Dance last year after 20 years away from dancing. I was out of shape and couldn't remember any of the steps. Kathleen is very patient and since the beginning I've felt welcome and safe. If you don't understand, she'll explain it again. She makes corrections verbally, and if you're okay with it she makes physical adjustments.I take 2-4 classes a week and have progressed significantly. The classes are the same format and technique I learned as a child at dance schools in the East and I live the consistency. She focuses on a good foundation, and having fun while you build on what you've already learned. She pushes you to acceptable limits and opens your mind to new possibilities (who knew I could lift my leg that high??) Safety is always a concern, and she says multiple times every class to modify the exercises if you have an injury (which is especially important as we age and heal slower!) Kathleen always ensures we are thoroughly warmed up before doing anything strenuous, especially jumps.The new jazz class for adults is a ton of fun! With a mix of new, seasoned, and in-between dancers, we all have fun in a safe environment. The class includes warmups, stretches, across the floor practice, and then we learn a routine. The music is upbeat and suits the class very well.I've watched the end of a few children's classes before mine start. The children are having a grand time and all have smiles on their faces when they leave. She incorporates fun dressup/props and they absolutely love it.I love Kathleen's creativity and positive attitude!