This is the theatre on the campus of UCF. I stopped in to see a play that my dear friend was…read moreDirecting, a one act called "The Woods", it was part of their 10th anniversary celebration. At no cost, I was surprised by their quality! Quite possibly one of the best student plays I've had the pleasure of seeing. But this review isn't about the play.. it really is about the theatre, isn't it? Well, it's in an old lecture hall, so the seats are large, the rows are comfortable with plenty of leg room. The stage is wide and the lighting, while at times, oddly places, is both sufficient and efficient. The sound quality (acoustics) was quite pleasant as was the atmosphere of the lobby and box office area. The bathrooms, while dated, offered something you don't see in most bathrooms. Ledges on which to place your purse and a hook. No need to place your purse on the nasty floor! Kudos! I was quite pleased with my experience here.

My husband was searching for a local production of Spring Awakening and stumbled upon Theatre UCF…read more I went to school at UCF many years ago and never once saw a production. At $20 a person for non-students, it is a good value. The performers are student actors with an occasional professional actor. We saw Les Liaisons Dangereuses (Dangerous Liasons). There is plenty of space between rows so no one has to squeeze by. No food or drink is allowed in the theater. The quality of the acting was very good. If you are looking for an affordable alternative to Bob Carr, you might be pleased.

My daughter is beginning her sixth season at the Russian Academy of Ballet at Alafaya. This is the…read moreballet school we keep coming back to every year. Why do we return and why do you want to enroll here? 1. Appropriateness - Honestly, this is the first reason we entered the studio. I very much appreciate that the students learn choreography that is modest and doesn't put their bodies into compromising positions. I also value that the music used is classical and young students are not being exposed to lyrics their ears are not ready to hear and think about. 2. Superb instruction. Attention to detail. 3. Students learn quality ballet, giving them a solid foundation for any dance style. 4. Performances! Students are given multiple opportunities to perform throughout the year. Not just a mid and year end recital. Students gain actual performance skills while having a fabulous time in a safe environment. 5. Wisdom & strength - Students legs are prepared and strengthened before going on pointe. This is important for their own protection. I appreciate that the instructors don't throw students onto pointe before their muscles are ready. 6. Growth - Students grow in their abilities and skill level. Every year there is an amazing transformation in skill level. 7. World class dancers - It's exciting to know that our students receive experience and quality instruction to such a caliber that they are going off and performing full time across Europe, with Disney, Universal, Dallas Neo-Classical Ballet. 8. You will feel at home here.

From the owner: Russian Ballet Alafaya is owned and operated by former Russian dance professionals, Vadim Fedotov…read moreand Irina Depler. With a commitment to classical Vaganova training, the company offers its students numerous opportunities to perform in several, full-length, Ballet Fedotov productions each year, many alongside ballet professionals from around the world. The studio fosters the rare combination of a loving family atmosphere and a pre-professional training regimen that has helped shape the dance careers of countless students.

Too loud of music, gonna end up deafening someone. Not to mention can be heard next door and…read morethrough the walls.

About a month ago, I attended an event in Avalon Park that showcased local businesses and I met…read moreAndy, a Dance Instructor at Avalon Dance. During our brief conversation, he let me know that the studio was offering to allow perspective students to take a number of classes to try out dance and see how they like it. I was definitely intrigued by this. In the two weeks that followed, I sampled 2 Monday night and 2 Tuesday night classes where the introduction to several dances (tango, salsa, bachata, etc.) were covered by Andy. About half way through class Mark (Owner?) would arrive and assist through to the end. The second week just happened to coincide with the week of the evening dance party held at the Jazzercise Orlando Mills 50 Fitness Center and I was invited to attend. Overall, the Instructors were great, welcoming and very personable. The other students were very open and welcoming. The classes and the dance party was a good experience. I will definitely go back and recommend that you give it a try if you're curious about dancing.

We have been bringing our daughter to ballet/tap class for a couple of months now and love it…read more Because of her age when she started, we had the option of trying Parent & me class and ballet/tap since we were mostly interested in ballet. Daughter loved ballet/tap and we enrolled her. So far we are very happy with the classes and how structured everything seems, even for the youngest dancers. Studio is always a text message away and they send several emails during the week to keep us updated with any changes. I have to add that studio takes feedback well and are always eager to help. They are also very strict with how classes go which I appreciate since toddlers need that structure and strictness. My daughter loves her classes and looks forward to each one. Looking forward to a year of more dancing for our little one!

My daughter attends DFX and loves it. Not only has she learned dancing, but great life lessons of…read morecommitment, practice , bravery and friendship. The DFX family is just that, a family. My wife and myself also donate lots of time to the Competition team and that we are not immune to learning life lessons from this experience either. All in all -- its something that you will never regret.

Went to Rhonda's Saturday April 6. They had a fabulous band called Rewind too bad they only played…read morefor less than an hour, Rhonda if you are listening, get them back..... Love the BBQ chicken skewers too,

I've been working at School of Rock for about a year and a half now and I really like it. It's laid…read moreback and such a cool program. I wish I had something like this when I younger. It's like the kids have their own "scene" and it's just really an awesome way for them to learn real world experience. Management is laid back yet knowledgeable. The other instructors are also cool and really knowledgeable.

There are some amazing things about this theatre space…read more I love the way the doors can slide open so on nice Orlando nights it's like an open air entrance. I love how beautiful the stairwell is going up to two. I love how much they have expanded their food and beverage line up over the years. The sound tends to be pretty good, the communication from the theatre is always amazing. They waive fees if you come to the box office to buy your tickets. The seats are comfy and almost every seat has a solid view. The box seats are the exception so be warned. The volunteers are always amazing and they are so nice. It would be cool if they opened a second location that served coffee because that line for espresso beverages is always really long. I love the breadth of show types. There's always something for everyone.

Swan Lake October 2025…read more This is one of those performances that stays with you long after the curtain comes down. I saw Swan Lake back in October 2025, and somehow I'm only just now sitting down to write about it.... I apologize for not getting this review out sooner. The last time I had seen this ballet... I was in my twenties, which feels like another lifetime ago. Swan Lake sits right up there with The Nutcracker in terms of recognition. You grow up knowing it, even if you've never actually seen it live. As a little girl, it lives in your imagination. The costumes, the movement, the elegance, and that quiet belief that maybe one day you could be that dancer. For a lot of people, that dream gets planted early and never fully leaves. Walking into this performance, I felt that history. Not just personal, but cultural. Swan Lake carries weight because it's about illusion versus truth, about wanting something you can't quite have and mistaking appearances for reality. Tension is built into every movement. Swan Lake is not the same experience as The Nutcracker. The Nutcracker is festive and structured more like a showcase. Swan Lake is continuous, demanding, and far more intense. The lead roles require stamina, precision, and emotional control from start to finish, and the corps de ballet has to move in perfect synchronization with no room for error. It really is the Olympics of ballet. This performance delivered. It was polished, immersive, and held my attention the entire time. I found myself watching not just the choreography, but the control, the discipline, and the way each dancer carried themselves on stage. One dancer in particular stood out to me, Bernardo Betancor. He was exactly what you imagine when you think of a leading male ballerina. He carried a statuesque presence on stage and was, without question, easy on the eyes. More than that, he had command. The kind that makes your eyes go back to him whether you mean to or not. I'm glad I finally made it back to Swan Lake after all these years, and even more glad I didn't miss this one. Huge thanks to Ronnald M. for pulling me into this night, because let's be honest... this is not exactly a bad way to spend an evening.

All teachers are career child care providers and very obviously LOVE children. Because of this my…read more2yr old and 4 yr old love going here and don't sweat me leaving like they did at a previous daycare. The center has a more home-like atmosphere vs. hospital-like atmosphere. It is still very clean and it was re-modeled in the summer. The playground is the best I have ever seen, very large, and diverse and it is completely shaded by mature oak trees. The lunches are actually healthy like spaghetti and meat sauce, roast chicken, rice and beans. Every now and then they do either hot dog or hamburger. No fried foods are served which is a real plus! My sons love the food. They have lots of cool toys, music, and activities. My son made a fish on a string and pole (stick) that was so cute. It is very affordable and vacation weeks are only $20 reservation fees vs. half of the normal weekly tuition. Kids and Co is open until 7pm for late workers! The Director is fantastic and extremely personable. Very easy to talk to if your child has any special needs. I deducted half a star because not all of the teachers speak a lot of English. Note that the teachers for 2 yrs olds and up + the Director speak perfect English so not a big deal to me (just a couple folks out of the 10 on staff). Also note, that the children are shown G rated movies on a TV between 6pm and 7pm (I have no issue with this, but I know some parents are sticklers on TV). The kids are also typically given an extra snack between when the teachers are cleaning up. Hope this helps!

I LOVE Kids and Conpany Chickasaw!!!! The teachers and all the staff are very friendly and very…read moreresponsible persons, I have one daughter in VPK, and 2 schoolages attending Kids and Company Chickasaw and they LOVE being there!!!!! I appreciate all the staff do for my kids!!!! I am very grateful!!!!! I recommended this Daycare for everybody!!!!! Thanks a lots Kids and Company for everything you do for my children!!!!