This is a review of the Madison Ballet performances, not the classes…read more So far, I have been to two excellent productions of Dracula: A Rock Ballet and one repertory performance. Dracula was an original production (including music) that had great live music, production values, and music. For the first production, the entire house was full and shortly thereafter they announced they would do it again next year; and we saw it a year later and brought friends! We were impressed that a small company could put on such a big performance. The Repertory is an opportunity to see ballet in a much more intimate setting. At the Barthel, we were close enough to hear the dancers breathe and their muscles flex. Pretty cool. Either the Bartell or Overture are a good option for seeing the Madison Ballet, I'm just hoping they do more productions like Dracula!

Nice classes without too much talking. I could the beginner class being a bit overwhelming if you…read moredon't have any dance experience, but the instructors are friendly and willing to take time to explain things. They just move fast by default. This is a review for their adult classes. Your guess is as good as mine for the children's classes.

I appreciate how much the staff really cares about the students. The owner is very devoted to the…read morekids and it really shows. As a parent, it would have been helpful if I had more closely read the policy at enrollment that there is not space to accommodate parents staying for the class instruction. If you are a parent who needs to work remotely while taking your child to dance class or need to bring siblings, this could be an issue. Definitely not a reason to not check out this dance academy, but may affect feasibility for some families. My child has been loving his hip hop class and instructor!

From the owner: At Synergy Dance Academy, we believe that dance training is life training. And with the help of our…read moreincredibly talented staff, we put that to practice by providing unique and valuable experiences for our dancers. Since 2012, our top-notch training, experienced teachers, and friendly atmosphere have established us as the go-to place in Madison for all areas of dance. We want our dancers to feel known, recognized, and capable, which is why we keep our class sizes small and offer nothing short of the highest quality training. Most importantly, we won't let our dancers leave feeling any less than encouraged and confident.

This is the start of my 6th year in the adult classes at MPDC. Whether you are a former dancer who…read morewants to return to the classroom or someone who never danced but always wanted to, MPDC has something for every adult! I take tap, hip hop, and BeMoved. The teachers are excellent and my classmates are always wonderful.

My daughter has been dancing at MPDC for the last five years. My niece and nephew also dance at…read moreMPDC and have done so for many years. MPDC offers a little something for everyone, with high-quality instruction, and flexibility for dancers at various levels. Many styles of dance are offered. Summer camps are fun and varied. The instructors and staff are dedicated and heavily involved in all aspects of the studio. Whether your child is interested in trying a few classes, or something more involved such as company or performance group, I recommend checking out MPDC!

My instructor is Oleksandr. He is fantastic!...Knowledgeable, courteous, and an excellent…read morecommunicator. He is the best instructor I have seen anywhere...and I have seen and experienced many! He is World Class. The entire studio is friendly and approachable to all levels of dance knowledge. Don't hesitate to try them out

We completed a six lesson wedding choreography package with Kate at the madison west location and…read moreLOVED our experience. My partner and I were novice dancers and Kate broke down moves in a way that we felt challenged and supported the whole way. The end choreography looks amazing - we've got some fun swings and dips- but most importantly it is also tailored to our skill set so we feel super confident for the big day. I would highly recommend Kate as a dance instructor. Thank you Kate!

The energy at the studio is fantastic. Lots of littles with smiles on their faces. A huge…read moreselection of classes for everyone.

From the owner: Kehl provides quality dance classes for children in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, acro and other…read moregenres.

I was hesitant to take bellydancing classes, as I have exactly ZERO rhythm, but I got a great deal…read moreon a groupon a couple of years ago and decided to take a chance. I still have no rhythm, but the classes are welcoming and I feel comfortable stumbling along about a half beat behind the instructor. I've mostly stuck to the beginner belly dancing classes, but I've also made it out to ladies burlesque night and just recently to the chub club dance party kick-off. That last event was a ton of fun, and like all of dance life's classes was a great mix of ages, sizes, and dance experience. Once you attend your first class, the rest of your groupon classes never expire, so even if you can't make it out regularly it's still a good deal!

This is a welcoming dance studio celebrating all ages, abilities, and body types. The outside may…read morelook like a warehouse that's seen better days but inside it feels like home! I've been a student here since January 2013 and became a volunteer instructor in August of 2013. Most, if not all, of the instructors here are volunteers. We all have "day jobs" but we love this place and owner Arielle so much that we teach classes in exchange for taking classes. Dance Life offers fitness classes such as Zumba, piyo, piloxing, Oula, dance classes like bellydance and ballet, and crossover classes like 'tone and tease' and burlesque fitness. The main entry has a cozy lobby space with overstuffed sofas, chairs, and decorative pillows where we all gather before classes begin. There is a changing area, two restrooms and a water dispenser in case you forgot your water bottle. Classes happen in either the large Sultana Studio or the smaller Peacock Studio. I'll post a photo of the wonderful peacock mural next time I'm at the studio. There is a small shop where you can stock up on bellydance hip scarves and other dance apparel. There is also a small practice studio that students can rent. In fact, when classes aren't in session the whole studio is available to rent! Parking spots are located along the walls of the building. It can get a little crowded on busy nights like special ladies nights events but it's usually not an issue. Come check it out, you just may find your home away from home.

Barrio Dance is the best! I have been dancing at this studio for around four years now, and it is…read moretruly a wonderful environment. All the instructors are kind and welcoming. They have multiple levels of classes, from beginner to advanced, so you can find something that you are comfortable with or that pushes you.

This studio is amazing. It is a second home for my kids. The teachers are top-notch, and the…read moreatmosphere is so welcoming and fun!

First year for both our girls at move out loud and they love it. The teachers are amazing and…read moreexcited to teach different dance forms. I am tempted to take some adult dance lessons too. We will be back again next year. Quick note on the decor of the place, beautifully done. Good job Move out Loud!!

I can't say enough good things about this studio. The teachers are truly talented and do a great…read morejob breaking down a dance move into easy to understand concepts for younger dancers. The teachers are patient and do a great job managing the kids in class. My two daughters participated in hip hop and I would highly recommend these classes to anyone. It provides all kids with more self confidence while burning some energy. There are many other types of dance classes available too. I don't have a son, but this studio is very popular with boys. If your son has an interested in hip hop, this is your place! Fun, creative, and hip. The year end recital cannot be missed. There are many talented dancers as well as the performance by Team. All dances and music are age appropriate and I never once questioned their music selection. The Overture Center provides a wonderful setting for the performance. I love this studio!