Going on 20 years, McDonald Dance offers lessons in pre-ballet (ages 3-7), ballet (ages 7-adult),…read morejazz and hip-hop, modern dance and musical theater. The newest offering is a yoga/Pilates class for adults. My daughter has taken lessons here for 4 years, and all her instructors have impressed me with their professionalism and ability to work with younger kids. (I like them all, but here's my tip: go with Pat Doyle if you can. She is simply wonderful; my daughter took her storybook theater class last summer and loved her!). The facility has four spacious dance studios with sprung-wood floors. Weekends are always the craziest times; the narrow hallways are forever congested. The changing room is chaotic and too small to contain all the students; I try to avoid it. In the past year, McDonald Dance opened a small dancewear boutique, which is handy if you need leotards, tights, hair accessories and the like. The tuition for a 17-week semester (once a week classes) ranges from $130-$235. The end of the year culminates in a school-wide recital performance, at Barrington High School, in May. There are a number of dance camps and classes offered for summer.

I used to be a dancer and this is one of the first places I tried and was madly disappointed. I…read morethought the teachers were disrespectful and rude. They didn't care about their students and was only there for the pay check.

I have been a patron of Metropolis for as long as I can remember, starting with the influence of my…read moregrandpa and grandma taking me to the children's shows. The quaint theater doesn't really have a "bad" seat in the house! They have programming that spans improv, musicals, classic plays, children's theatre, educational concerts, a capella, etc. They also have a performing arts school in which my daughter has taken classes and summer camps at. One star off because I wish they would do more accessible tickets e.g. rush tickets or lotteries. One of shows of the children from the school of the performing arts was, like, $20/person. Also, the Play that Goes Wrong was $50. I can see a Broadway in Chicago show for that price if you go about it utilizing the proper channels. I do not utilize the bar during shows, but they sell snacks, which are not allowed in the theater, and drinks, which are allowed in the theater.

Very disappointed we paid for seats and then was told first come first serve. So nit happy we…read morewaited in lobby thinking we had a say section 3 seat 7-8. So our seats we 3-4 , 5-6, 7-8. For three couples. Instead seat were saved and not together. Every one in this row thought the same. It was awful and birthday party like ours and they had to divide up as some couple sat between them. I see plays on the regular and not sure I would come back here. They cast only performed to the middle section. So it was not worth what we paid. I plan to take my friends to another venue next time.

I grew up dancing here and loved every moment of it. There are so many unique performance…read moreopportunities through the studios connections in the dance industry. Accommodating to learning and physical disabilities.

Absolutely phenomenal kathak teacher and school. I am inspired to dance by them and my learning…read morejourney continues for more than 5+ years with this school.

An amazing Kathak and Bollywood dance school! Learn from…read morethe best and the most authentic Kathak guru, Guru Kiran Chouhan. I have been learning from her for the past 11 years and couldn't have asked for a better guru. She is an amazing dancer, teacher and choreographer. I-RADHA follows a very authentic, structured and rich Kathak curriculum. Students can earn a degree in Kathak dance after completing a 6 year course. If you want to learn this wonderful Indian Dance form from the best, this is the school for you!!!

Really enjoyed this venue for Sweet Baby James concert. It's his third year for a James Taylor…read moretribute. Seats were comfortable and enough left room for this 6'4" guy. Good sound quality. I'm already looking forward to seeing him again next year. He announced he'll try something new and offer a matinee show vs just a late show. He performed a 45 minute set with a fifteen minute intermission followed by another 45 minute set. I did notice a number of people left at the break. At 66 I felt like a youngster as the crowd was definitely older.

My husband and I went to Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center to see a production of Newsies. This…read moreis a large theater space for community theater. We love sitting in the front row of the balcony. There's just enough leg room for me, and it has an unobstructed view of the stage. This is a nice space for the park district to showcase, but it is beginning to show its age. The line at the bathroom was pretty long during intermission. The seats look like they were updated recently. The acoustics were pretty good. The parking lot is not big enough to accommodate all of the cars. Try parking on the street or in the lot behind the village hall/park district building. Overall, I enjoyed the show at Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center and would come back for future performances.

All I can say is WOW!!…read more Dale you were INCREDIBLE!!! Everyone is talking about the music and saying it was the best - most fun and most danceable music ever!! You and Amy were so prepared and organized and went above and beyond to know who we are and what we liked before the wedding. That truly came out in the music and the event and we cannot thank you enough. Even during the hora you reassured me that "I got this" I was so scared but you definitely helped me get through it and it turned out AMAZING!!! The lighting- countdown- streamers-logo- and the way you MC and keep the night moving. All of it was just fantastic!!! I would recommend YazzJazz to anyone - they are just amazing.

In planning my daughter's wedding, I approached Yazz Jazz Music and Production to provide musical…read moreentertainment. It was the best decision I could have made! The DJ (Dale - an extreme professional at his craft) not only provided musical contributions, but also served as the evening's MC who kept the whole evening right on schedule! Everyone was too busy dancing and having fun to worry about when it was time to cut the cake, when it was time for the first dances, when it was time to do this or that - but Dale kept things moving! MEANWHILE, never once was the dance floor empty because of Dale's excellent song selections! Additionally, Amy Yassinger was in constant contact with us from the beginning planning stages right up to the service and reception. She was available to us throughout the entire process as well as the day of the wedding. I couldn't be more grateful and appreciative of Amy Yassinger and the services provided by Yazz Jazz Music and Productions! 5 STARS!

My daughter loved going to here. The daycare was clean and well maintained. I would get regular…read moreupdates on how my daughter is doing with pictures of her writing and playing. She was very supportive during the pandemic time and took good care of my daughter with all safety precautions. She genuinely care about the kids and had them engaged throughout the day. Kids learn a lot of in a home environment. Highly recommend Blooming Buds Home Day care.

From the owner: 17 years of experience working with children in Montessori school and preschool. Bachelor's degree…read morein science and Master's in Nutrition. This is a DCFS licensed day care, certified by ExceleRate - Licensed Circle of Quality. Certified in First Aid & CPR, Infant CPR and SBS. I provide a safe, loving, secure learning environment for children (in a single-family home of 4200 sq. ft) to nurture their social, physical and intellectual growth through individualized learning. I value each child as an individual who possesses an unique personality, intelligence and creativity. Please call or email for additional details.

Commuter Fitness in Arlington Heights is more than a gym--it's a community. From the moment you…read morewalk in, you're welcomed with warm smiles that make you feel right at home. The gym offers an affordable, supportive, and welcoming environment that makes you excited to work out. It's the perfect place to feel at home while achieving your fitness goals. Thank you, John Anderson. We love our workouts and we especially love training with you.

With location, price, and owner John you can't beat this place to work out. Typically quiet, go at…read moreall times and all different days, everyone working out is nice. Always parking on the street or at the Metra station directly across the street. Has all the essentials you need to get a good workout. Can't recommend enough.

After 5:00 summer series Wednesday wine down:I recently visited this Little Black Pearl, and I have…read moreto say the energy when I walked in was great. I was surrounded by such positive, welcoming people of all ages. Throughout the night, we sang karaoke, played cards, shot pool and listened to good music. What really stood out to me was how safe, inclusive, and comfortable the environment felt. Everyone was so kind and genuine. But what truly touched my heart was how the community embraced my brother, who is special needs. There was no judgment only acceptance, laughter, and open arms. For the first time in a long time, I didn't feel like I had to be on guard, watching to make sure he was being treated with respect because everyone just welcomed. It was a relaxing night filled with connection and joy. I would absolutely come back and recommend it to anyone looking for a fun, warm, and safe space. Thank you for such an unforgettable expeience.

The organization for which I work recently held an event at Little Black Pearl (LBP). The support…read moreand service we received was beyond stellar! LBP provided the space, catered the food (via their onsite cafe, Carver 47), connected us to amazing balloon and floral vendors, and provided other accoutrements (e.g., tables and chairs, table coverings, a stage, sound and tech support, package management). LBP's one-stop shop especially helpful given that our planning team resided outside of Chicago. There is so much to applaud from the experience: the warm and inviting space exuded elegance; the feast was as beautiful as it was delicious; and the LBP team's interactions with us (from planning to completion) was the epitome of grace and hospitality. They accommodated every request and did so with an exceptional level of excellence. When we asked that the menu include a vegetarian and Halal dish, they ensured guests had multiple options. When we requested assistance erecting our banner, they took on the task of assembling the entire structure, even machine washing and drying it when they noticed a stain. Compared to other spaces we considered (and have used in the past) across the city, LBP's offerings and support stood head and shoulders above and their love was palpable in their attention to details.That they have a heart-centered mission and work in support of youth and community was tasty icing on an already amazing cake. Thank you, Little Black Pearl team, for making our event a world-class experience!