I'm sorry to say I was very disappointed in the new theme of The Nutcracker. Compared to the old…read moreclassic version the new one is just too modern. If someone had never seen the old version and went to it for the first time, they could easily grasp and follow the story. This new version does not make any sense. I mean really... replacing the Russian with peppermint sticks? Is this a Candyland theme? Sometimes change is not good when you are dealing with a classical ballet. As always, the orchestra was spectacular, as worthy lead dancers. However, I'm thinking Ballet Memphis Just doesn't have the talent it used to. So many of the dancers aren't even en pointe anymore! My 17 year old granddaughter has been attending the nutcracker since she was three years old, and says this 2025 is the last time she will ever attend unless the old version is brought back. It seems like everything has been cheapened, for lack of a better word. Even the costumes! The dancers' even lack emotion. Like many people I know I am so sorry this has happened to such a classical performance that people anticipated seeing each year

Ballet Memphis is such a treasure!…read more When they moved to Overton Square, they truly became an anchor for our performing arts district. I can't make it through the holidays without The Nutcracker and I really appreciate how they recorded the play and donated it to Memphis during the pandemic. I'm at the point where I know the dancers on sight and know their special gifts. I took a tour of the space before COVID-19 changed our lives. I love how you can see the dancers practicing from the street through the massive glass windows. They have dance school, community dance classes and a studio for pilates classes. I copied and pasted their class offerings: -Classical Ballet Training -Expanded Dance -Youth Ballet Memphis -Boys at Ballet Memphis -Community Dance -Summer Dance -Ballet Memphis Pilates -STOTT PILATES® Certification -Adult Ballet -Expanded Dance They have group mat and equipment classes for all levels, Total Barre™, Active for Life, bodyART™, Total Body Conditioning, and specialty clinics. Also, private and semi-private training. The costume shop is insanely amazing, you can also rent one of four studios and there's a business meeting rental space with high-speed fiber internet, teleconferencing and other features. They'll bring in caterers, table rentals and valet parking.

This studio teaches all genres of dance. They have recreational classes as well as a competition…read moreteam. My daughter has been taking classes for 13 years. During this time, the owner, teachers, and all personnel have treated her with love, kindness and respect. They have instilled in her a desire to work hard and a love of the art. The studio is good about communicating any cost, performance opportunities, etc. well in advance (no surprises). You know it is a happy place when your child wants to go to the studio even if she does not have a class that day. My daughter and I will be sad to leave when she graduates.

About 10 years ago I was teaching here for the summer and it was a great experience. The owner was…read morereal nice and decent and the kids were amazing with loads of talent and luckily I brought my Los Angeles swagger to Memphis to put them on the right track to dance. At the time Justin Timberlake's little brother Jonathan was one of my students as well and I remember he took to dance really well. I taught 3 to 4 classes a day from 8 years old to the teenagers and a mommy class on Fridays. Those were the good ole days in Memphis, but if you're ever in Germantown and you have the need to get your dance on please go to this studio.

My daughter has been dancing here for over 10 years. She has had progressed well each year and the…read moreentire dance staff does a really job at teaching her. She has made lifelong friends. Each year, the studio does something fun. Last year, she was able to dance on a Carnival cruise and this year, she got to perform at Nationals in Sevierville, TN. The parents have become our friends too. We have gone to different birthday parties and had get togethers. Love DAB!

A great big Kudos to the staff at the Dance Academy of Bartlett. They teach dance to children from…read morethe age of 3 all the way up to 18. My granddaughter was enrolled with them. This morning was their recital. The older kids did a ballet using the music and telling the story of the Wizard of Oz. The choreography was sensitive and obviously put together with a great deal of professionalism. Some of the older girls, in my humble opinion, seemed to have attained to a level of professionalism as well. I think that the recital, itself, provided a vision to the younger kids and their parents just to what level, they could attain, if they so chose. Of course, the choreography was appropriately suited for each age group. But I must admitted that my granddaughter stole the show.

Andriy choreographed a wedding dance for me and my husband. We enjoyed dancing at Blue Suede so…read moremuch that we kept taking lessons for years after the wedding.

Nice space to come with a large or small group for dancing lessons. The instructors were kind and…read moreready to party, they took their roles seriously and were patient! The mirrors, strobe lights, and dance floor fit the space. I could see myself taking a Zumba class or more salsa lessons here.

I've been taking private lessons for several months now...and have enjoyed every moment!! Benji is…read morean excellent instructor, made me feel very much at ease...and I was absolutely astonished at the progress we made so quickly! I would recommend this studio to anyone that is truly wanting to learn the various types of ballroom dances! This has been on my "things to do list" for several years....I truly regret it took me so long to start! It's fun...energizing....and a great form of exercise! I have tried other studios for their introductory lessons....and after my first lesson at DanceSmiths I knew I found the right environment....in every way...for me to dance!! Don't hesitate....if you want to learn...call Benji! You'll be amazed!!!

A very nice place to learn to dance. Very qualified staff. Also offering fitness classes as well as…read moremost popular social dances. Great place to have fun, make new friends, and learn a new skill that is good for you no matter what your age. Highly recommend.

Fred astaire Memphis is an Awesome place to dance! I love my dance instructors ; Yurii and Vlad!…read moreAll the staff are amazing, as well! Frances, Mariia, Sarah, Hailey and Chris are so fun and so very helpful, as well... This is my 'Happy Place'!

Best teachers and staff + best students = a dance family and friends who have the best time…read moretogether. Sorry I didn't sign up earlier but so glad I'm dancing now!!! Best teacher Vlad (I'm partial, he's my instructor) Yuri Chris Francis Sarah Maria Hailey