I have been going to dance dynamics for 8 years and have loved every second of it we have amazing…read moreperformances and the teachers are very flexible and supportive.

Great dance school. the teachers here are awesome! they make all the students want to learn and…read morework hard. my daughter loves dance and learning with her friends too. there prices are reasonable and there flexible with the classes. it's great meeting other parents here too! they know alot about what to do in the neighborhood and recommend so many great places for my daughter to go too. I'm very happy with it and recommend it to everyone!

This is for the for the Queens Secret Theatre 10-10,44 Av,LIC 11101…read more November 8-2025 ,I saw the event on this great location, I must say ,nice and receptive people. By what I researched , it was created to give opportunities for artists ,which is great and also for the ones who are already in the industry to show and expanding their talent . From time to time this place comes with this wonderful Shortplay Festival . It is so exciting and so promising for the actors, directors and writers .However the competition ,turns in disappointment to see excellent work of the participants overlooked. The voting system is led from family members and friends.This current method is unfair to talented actors, writers ,and directors who give their best, but unfortunately the results depend on personal connections instead of artistic merit. A system led by qualified judges would make the festival stronger,fairer, and more true to its mission of supporting learning and creativity. Please reconsider it , to be an excellent place with fair judgments for all artists . If it continues like this ,I don't see the point of artist go through it.Thank you.

Previously based in LIC, I was gutted when The Secret Theatre closed during the pandemic. They've…read moresince found new life in Woodside, for which I couldn't be more elated. They are the true definition of a community theatre and one that keeps the arts scene alive in the borough. Does it seem like they have a better setup than previously? I seem to think so. While the venue is still incredibly small, it is a little less stuffy their than previous digs and a lot more modern. The waiting area feels like someone's living room, complete with seasonal decor and chairs / stools that feel like they were donated. Now known as the The Secret Academy, they've got a whole arsenal of classes aimed toward developing the next generation of actors. They aim to teach young folks everything from dance to drama to singing and have many current students involved in big time productions. They teach kids as young as 6 and work with high schoolers to prepare them for their next big thing. They host a number of shows throughout the year and I hope that during one of my next trips back that I can stop by and see their latest play. Here's hoping they'll be able to remain here for a very long time.

My two boys 11 and 13 have been at the school since they were 5! Teachers are patient and…read moreempowering. They do follow a curriculum- this school offers serious musical training. Many of their students go on to perform professionally and competitively. And, they are also skilled at working with various learning styles. The school Director, Teresa, detects talent early and offers opportunities to make sure every student has a chance to shine.

The owner Teresa is nasty, disrespectful and knows no boundaries. She treats you like you work for…read moreher, even though SHE is the one who gets paid for her services. She wants you to accept what she says blindly and pay without asking questions. The moment you do that sweet grandma look goes out the window. I was always told that music was about discipline and professionalism and this woman has none. Save your money and go somewhere else where your talent and hard earned money are valued.

Grove 34 is a cute little venue spot off Broadway and 34th Street in Astoria. I had regularly…read morepassed by and this place came off as rather snooty, even more so than one would expect My opinion changed when I went to attend a reading/lecture/meeting in support of Robert Singleton of The Greater Astoria Historical Society and Nathalia (saw lady) Paruz) whose recent composition had just been the backdrop for a major movie that was being released nationwide. This venue also hosts podcasts in a backroom and can offer some very basic refreshments. Anyway, that is another story . The lighting is a little poor, but the acoustics were fine for the nearly two-hour meeting, with just enough seats for the complete audience. All in all a spot for and with great potential!

Basically a perfect small Comedy Club!…read more Very chill neighborhood spot with killer talent - I saw Rob Rego, Pedro Salinas, Joe List, Greg Stone & Raanan Hershberg here last night (11/30/2023) and they were all super solid. Great, clear sound system, friendly owners & self-seating - I'll def be back here again!

if your a gay male and live by LaGuardia definitely a place to go.very clean.parking kind of…read moresucks.but plenty of gay men all hours all days.

NOBODY comes here for the movies! It has a filthy and smelly ambiance but that's just part of its…read morecharm.

Eric came and did a magic show for my 5 year old boy. He was very good and entertaining. The kids…read moreand parents had an amazing time being wow'd by his tricks. Eric came on time - his performance consisted of 45 mins of magic and 15 mins of balloon twisting for the kids. Glad to have met and hired Eric to do the birthday show. Fun fact: Eric was able to make a balloon dog figure behind his back in under 10 seconds.

Amazing Q was a hit at my recent Friendsmas gathering. A small group of 10 people, the show was…read moreadored by all and Q made sure to include everyone in his show. 10/10 recommend.

Great classes and very reasonably priced! Aurora Reyes is very patient and can teach several…read morelevels of class. It is great having Basilio play and sing for the classes and is great training for recitals. I highly recommend. I have taken classes with several people and Aurora remains the best!

I've always wanted to take dance classes and thought that tango would be the best and most elegant…read moreoption. But my boyfriend said that he would take dance classes only under general anesthesia. Saddened, I thought "What dance would be elegant and beautiful, but wouldn't require a partner?". After a short search, I came across Aurora Reyes' classes at Flamenco Latino and it was exactly what I was looking for. Flamenco is unlike other dance types in that it has a long learning curve. But once you get a knack for it, you could dance any sort of dance style. After just one hour of classes, my wellbeing and mood is greatly improved, from 0 to 10 on some days. I never imagined that I would be dancing to the accompaniment of 8 live guitars. Aurora is an amazing dancer and singer - musical instrument in form of woman! Thank you Aurora, I will go to your classes indefinitely, as long as you have me! Note: this listing currently has the former location of the dance school - it's now inside of the Cultural Creative Center at 147 Christopher St in West Village.

D'Antigua is the place for a good time - and by "good time," I mean cheap margaritas that'll make…read moreyou forget what time it is. The staff are absolutely delightful. It's like they've been personally trained by your grandma to be this friendly. This is also the place to go for Salsa dancing - you'll feel like you're the star of your own music video - though, let's be honest, we all know we're just out here trying not to trip over our own feet.

Picked up food here during a late night. Nobody was there but the music was blaring. I got a…read moreburrito bowl with shrimp and chaulafan with seafood. The food was delicious but prices are a bit high. The seafood was not overcooked. The chaulafan was flavorful and contained a good amount of seafood (mussels, shrimp, and squid) and it wasn't rubbery at all! The fried egg was nice and fluffy as well.

Q.E.D. = quod erat demonstrandum…read more Q.E.D. Astoria is a mellow and welcoming venue that focuses on comedy but also hosts a range of interesting programming for adults and kids. Most events seem to be under $20, and you can purchase tickets on their website. It's set up so there are a couple of tables around a stage; if you're a small party, you could share a table with other folks. I suggest going when the doors open so you can pick out your preferred seat. The staff are super kind and cool. They do sell food and drinks which you can consume during the performances, but there are also a zillion restaurants nearby too. I've seen a comedy show and a movie screening and had a blast at both. Excited to check out more Q.E.D. events this year!

This is a very intimate storefront Comedy Club in cool hood Astoria that's 100% worth checking out…read moreto see great comics in a cool setting! They have an inventive food & drink menu and prices are super reasonable - you'd be hard pressed to find better value for show and vittles just about anywhere. The Wife (Kambri Crews) & Husband (Comedian Christian Finnegan) Team that owned it for years recently sold it to a young woman Hannah Lieberman who has kept the magic alive. Support Live Comedy & See a Show!!!