Rising Stars performing arts studio is an absolute GEM! Ms Aurora, Ms Lulu, and all the instructors…read moreare on point! Our daughter was enrolled in singing. One of the most valuable skills developed is to overcome stage fright. Ms Lulu encourages students to do self-introductions, modelling/cat-walk, sing, dance, and build overall stage presence. This may sound simple but can actually be quite challenging. Being able to confidently acquire this skill takes a dash of grit and more importantly - the opportunities to practice! Ms Lulu works hard to consistently create these opportunities for students in a wide variety of settings! From one-on-one voice lessons, to formal recitals, to community venues, to municipal events, to modelling at fashion shows, to filming music videos, to singing national anthems and performances at crowded sports stadiums, to highly advertised music events in crowded college campuses. Our daughter even got to experience singing in professional grade music recording studios! The value of these experiences in building a child's confidence is absolutely incredible! If your child is considering playing an instrument, sing, dance, or doing any sort of performing arts - This IS hands down the BEST studio! I highly recommend giving them a chance to help nurture and showcase your child's talents!

Rising Stars has been such a wonderful place for kids who need a boost in confidence or a gentle…read morepush out of their shyness. They offer so many different classes, and there truly is something for every child. My daughter is enrolled in their Hip Hop and All Stars programs, and she absolutely loves it. She looks forward to class every week and has grown so much, both in skill and in confidence. They also put on two major performances each year, along with smaller showcases throughout the season. It's an amazing setup for kids who are interested in performing and want to build stage confidence in a supportive, encouraging environment.

I bring my son Angelo to the beginner tap class! Great teacher and facility! I love how they have a…read moreclassroom where the students can get their homework done! My favorite dance studio!

This studio fosters a community of bullies. Dance should promote self image and confidence but…read moreunfortunately that is not the case with this studio. The instructors allow for students to be picked on and excluded by their peers to the point of tears. I would suggest finding a studio with students whose parents teach them manners and to respect one another.

AMNA Dance was amazing! They were super responsive and helped us book lesson for our wedding three…read moreweeks before our date! Our first dance made so much more special thanks to Rocky!

I have been dancing with Amna since I was in middle school. Now I've graduated from college and am…read moreworking, and I am still try to find an excuse to come dance! The atmosphere Ms. Amna creates in the studio is full of laughs and love, and the girls I come to do dance with make it even better.

Horrible how is this still in business? You are not guaranteed anything- such a waste and a scam!…read moreThe coaching in here isn't all that great just walk down the aisle and smile not worth the money. Super scammy !

My experience was very good. if I had any issues they were responded to very quickly by very…read morehelpful people! And I have enjoyed all the other aspect barbican modeling has provided !!!

Loved it! We came here for a live radio play of "It's a Wonderful Life."…read more Plenty of parking (Free) on Birch Street, right after the drop off/Pick up loop. Structure parking lot, right under the theater. Use the elevator or stairs. Beautiful play, we may have to begin a new Christmas tradition! We enjoyed the show, 2 hours, a 10 minute break in the middle. You can buy snacks right outside. Highly recommended!

I love community theaters! So many good actors and musicians are able to showcase their talents…read more Don't forget to recognize the backstage crew for preparing the props, lighting and maintaining the sound system. The Curtis Theater has an impressive schedule of plays and musical performing acts. You may want to check their website and purchase a subscription or buy an individual ticket to their shows. On this occasion, I was invited to the performance of the RANDOM 1s (follow them on Instagram), who played a medley of Classic Rock songs from the 60s and 70s. Not just any popular song, but the music from bands who made a blockbuster hit, but did not continue with more hits or an album. These are referred to as the "One Hit Wonders." Special Guest this evening is radio personality, Shotgun Tom Kelly. He published a book and was the Emcee for the evening. A book signing event was held in the lobby before and after the show. His book is entitled "All I Wanna do is Play the Hits." SONGS PERFORMED (partial list): -Gloria -Grazing in the Grass -Louie Louie -Love You More Today Than Yesterday -Play that Funky Music -Spirit in the Sky -Stuck in the Middle w/You -What's Your Name -Wipe-Out VENUE HIGHLIGHTS: - Clean theater - Comfortable seats - Polite staff helping with the ticket sales and concessions. - Drinks and snacks are allowed inside the theater. - Free onsite parking Sincerely, Rosemary

Miss Sheri is the best !!! She is my Granddaughters first…read moreteacher. My granddaughter has come so far in the class. She loves miss Sheri and can't wait for class each week. Sheri is so good with all the babies. They learn so much in the class. Thank you for Miss Sheri, she has the biggest heart

Our dance teacher Sheri is absolutely wonderful! ！We worked with her to prepare our wedding's first…read moredance. She's super energetic and passionate that made every lesson so much fun!! She's incredible at choreography and patient and encouraging, which really helped us feel confident! Thanks to her, we went from nervous beginners to genuinely enjoying dancing together. I would highly recommend Sheri to anyone looking for a dance teacher whose warmth, passionate, and encouraging!

I attended the most abysmal theater production of my decades of enjoying stage productions. The…read morerecent production of PUFFS at Stages Theater can only be described as total waste of time with supercilious dialog and way below par theatrical performances. Puffs is a senseless, rambling 3.5 hour insult to anyone with an IQ above room temperature. It was not a Stages Theater regular production, but it was presented by Alchemy who rented the facility, Perhaps Alchemy productions will continue as a wandering generality, homeless until they succumb to the elements. In the meantime, avoid any production bearing their name, for your own good.

I'm citing them as in Santa Ana as per their website, however, The Alchemy has not yet worked its…read moremagical incantations to have a permanent home. So, while their mailing address might be in SA, you've hit gold, their performances are all over The OC, from Surf City to Fullerton. Check them out!

Dancecapade provides a variety of classes, for example ballet, jazz, lyrical, tumbling, cheers,…read morek-pop, hip hop, and more. My daughter started to dance here since kindergarten and at age 10 she takes 8 classes per week and wants more. That's how much she enjoys being at Dancecapade

Keeping it 100%, as I always do! Came here as a kid and came BACK as an adult with my child... says…read morea lot! Best all around studio! And here is a long list of why, so get your coffee, tea, boba and snacks. ~ All the teachers here, love kids of all ages and are TRAINED in their genre! I mean that is obviously one of the most important reasons as to why you would learn anything from anyone right? You want to learn swimming, tennis, piano whatever.. you want TRAINED professionals! ~ Merit - now I'm all about giving new places a chance, right? That's why I yelp, but this place has been in business for 22+ years without advertisement only by word of mouth... say what?!?! ~ Now idk if you watch the show 'Dance Moms" or something like that (its been a min), but those moms and kiddos be ... a little cray cray... I don't feel that craziness here. Kids and families here are definitely being trained well and properly, without the extra drama bs. You know why? Cause the owner (Alice) gives it to you straight, no BS included. Plus the moms here that I've met so far are really nice and the kids are really enjoying dancing. A big contributing factor is the culture that is set here in the studio. ~ I like how the instructors pick songs that are AGE APPROPRIATE, outfits and costumes that are AGE APPROPRIATE, dance moves and choreography that are AGE APPROPRIATE! The kids on the dance team here encourage each other and are happy when their teammates succeed and carry a level of class in their mannerism. They are kids right? Let them have fun but let them also be shaped and disciplined in their character to excel and to excel well. ~ They have a huge showcase every year, which is really nice... cause that means I don't have to go to an ADDITIONAL show during Christmas, End of the School Year, or whatever random holiday that appears now and days. ~ They have FATHER AND DAUGHTER DANCES!! HOW FREAKING SPECIAL IS THAT!!!! *que tears* ~ Kids like the instructors here and they aren't the I'll give you whatever you ask for kind of teachers either... need I say more? ~I've been to quite a few studios in the area and in the OC but I have always made my way back here and thought... if I have kids who want to dance, I'd bring them here. AND HERE I AM!!! ~ The only downside is that they don't have a Mother and Son dance yet... I'm working on that... LOL I could go on but I think you get the point.

I know for most people cold treat are a summer thing, but for us it's an year round thing. Today I…read moretried the pep boy. I loved the coconut / pineapple ice cream. I was nicely surprised. I usually make my own or share with someone. I feel like I'll be ordering this one the next time I cone out here.

For my 40th birthday party I threw a Hawaiian luau at my house! The party wouldn't have been a…read moresuccess without great food, live Hawaiian music and dancers! Kawika was easy to work with and very friendly. He told me he hadn't actually thrown a back yard luau in a long time because he gets booked up with corporate gigs so much. I felt honored his troop was able to accommodate me. I had a little idea of what his group did, but when the young man came out and started blowing on the conch shell, I knew we were in for a treat! The music was amazing! So pleasing to the soul and expertly performed. I've been to Hawaii numerous times and this was on par or better than anything I heard on my previous trips. While they were setting up I had Hawaiian music playing and I overheard Kawika singing along with it... Such an amazing voice. His son was equally impressive. When the dancers came out everyone gasped with awe! The had various costume changes and audience participation. It was my first time doing hula... And it showed! Thankfully I had a few glasses of liquid courage to get me to shake my bum! If you're considering a luau you should definitely consider this group! I was told Kawika also does the music at Trader Sam's at Downtown Disney! Next time I'm visiting the happiest place on earth I'm going to stop by!

My 17 year old son is attending a weekly guitar lesson here. He really enjoys it. He has learned…read morequite a bit in a few short months. He reports that his teacher is very nice and also patient. He can already play songs.

i have had just a few classes so far and I am enjoying them. Before I started looking for a class,…read morethe criteria I used was distance and time of day. Fortunately, I found the class that fit into my schedule and did not have to search further. My initial contact was warm and personable, and I had no need to look further. As an adult student, I am enjoying learning piano and the instructor. I got a way to go, but I am having fun!