The holiday show was great! Super funny and talented folks put this on…read more Would recommend and go again! Another little gem in lil' Pinole

WoW! I moved to Pinole 4 years ago. I knew the theater was…read morehere but had yet to catch a performance. When dining at Pear Street Bristo on Friday (great food, service, and atmosphere, BTW) I noticed a stack of cards advertising "Life Sucks" by Aaron Posner at the Pinole Community Playhouse around the corner. We decided to wait for the Sunday matinee. What amazing talent, what a wonderful comfortable theater, what a thought-provoking play! Each of the actors was stellar. Combine that with the folks managing/directing/producing the play/theater, and engagement by the audience and this was a memorable experience. Thank you - we'll be back! :)

Recently updated. Spacious and room for classes. Their multi-use gym has flexibility features…read moreallowing them to schedule times for pickleball, basketball and other activities.

Probably half as many strength machines as Berkeley. There's no smith machine which is weird. Could…read moreuse both a seated hamstring curl and incline press machine. The place isn't bad but lacks a few key machines.

We love our Saturday ballet class with ms. Monique! She is wonderful. My daughter has been…read moreattending all the bravo bash recitals since the day we started. Recommend for kids to get out of their shell and perform in a supportive, safe environment!

Teacher Shakeera is fantastic. We have thoroughly enjoyed the class for the past 2 months. Every…read moreclass has structure, fun (props and bubbles), and our little one knows over 6 ballet moves at the top of her head. Highly recommend.

Trunk or treat was a great success ! A huge thank you to Mr Gomez ! The ESCS staff and families !read more

First off I would like the thank the Pastor and staff of this school. They truly care about the…read morekids and instill the word of God and high family morals into them. This is an excellent christian school which our kids need and their education is amazing. Its a safe, loving and God fearing environment who put God, the kids and education as a top priority. To those who read Laurie M. review she is a complusive liar with major anger issues. She reviewed them negatively because the school wouldnt force me to leave a parking spot so she can have it. Which sounds crazy but it is the truth. She lied about the pastor and the staff whom she only met once to ask him to make me move and calls everyone ignorant when she doesnt get her way. Clearly she has serious anger issues and needs Jesus. Today she blocked me in forcing me to contact the school to talk to her. I am glad her son is in 8th grade graduating so I dont have to deal with her next year. If she would have asked me like a normal person to please move and explained why, I would have, instead she flipped me off and blocked me with her car. Again please do not let her post steer you in the wrong direction if you are looking for a Christian school to put your young kids in. I believe this is one of the best schools that the bay area has to offer. Thanks goodness for them.

Great relaxing place, cute animals. Nature all around you…read more The staff is very nice and welcoming.

My daughter had a field trip here and it was a delightful experience. Thank you Connolly Ranch.read more

I participated in Perfectly Whelmed Improv Adult Class during the pandemic, I felt connected,…read morecreative, and inspired, a life saver.

My son and daughter both take improv classes from Gerri. She is a great teacher. She has a…read moreremarkable ability to draw kids out who may be shy about doing improv. Improv has been a great skill for both my kids. Aside from expanding their creativity, they are learning about chivalry and working together as a team.

My daughter has been with SingOut Theater throughout this entire year. She auditioned in to the…read morekids competition and performed 'Junglebook' with her team in Sacramento. An intense, exciting time! They won an award for choreography at JTF West! She also did Triple Threat and High school Musical this summer. So to say the least, We Are FANs! We feel so lucky to have Chelsea teaching our daughter! A lovely personality and mentor, a highly skilled dancer and choreographer, a patient and kind Director. The Music Director Kevin warmly and patiently builds the student's musical understanding and performances. His contribution keeps musical standards high and performances enjoyable. The Business Director/Producer Rachel adds the no nonsense behind the scenes taking care of business ballast for all this creativity. We are grateful for her expertise to keep SingOut thriving. My daughter is attending a performing arts school in the fall. We will still be attending Tue/Thurs Musical Theater at SingOut. It is top notch and she loves it!

There is something confusing about the discussions regarding the Diablo Light Opera Co & Diablo…read moreTheater Company. They were one and the same. Originally named DLOC in 1959 when they formed a company performing Gilbert & Sullivan Light Operas. Eventually they changed the name to Diablo Theater Co. They had a youth program called STARS 2000, which continues to this day to operate. Diablo Theater Co. that use to produce large scale Musicals & Light Opera productions at the Lesher Center For The Arts in Walnut Creek, is no longer in business. STARS 2000 continues as their own company. There is no other youth program that is under the auspices of the Diablo Theater Co. and in fact their studios were sold and are under the ownership of Performing Arts Academy.

We switched to Hansel and Greta's after having trouble with a different pre school provider in the…read morearea and boy what a night and day difference. Ms Sonja is so easy to work with, very reasonable, and the three day a week plan is in our budget with meals included ! No more stressful meal prepping late at night for ourselves and our daughter after work! She is learning and developing a lot and the improvement from week to week is clear and attributable to the efforts of Ms Sonja and her staff. We were selective with where we wanted to send our daughter for a head start and happily recommend Hansel and Gretel to others.

What can I say beyond I am eternally GRATEFUL that we landed a spot at Hansel & Gretel Daycare and…read morePreschool and my son was able to attend for a year and half. Ms. Sonja and her staff have been a godsend - our almost 3 year old boy can read and write all the letters of the alphabet, is constantly practicing writing his name, has good manners well beyond what I taught him, was potty trained in a flash, always talks about his teachers at home (even one who left 6+ months ago), and comes home expressing his joy about ALL the fun activities he gets to participate in with his friends at school. The program is a combination of play based activities with a strong focus on academics to prepare them for K-12. They also learn words and songs in Spanish and sign language. Each week they get to practice writing, coloring, cooking, science, experiments, sharing toys from home, and extracurricular activities like gymnastics, martial arts, music and much more! The facility is impeccably clean and organized, with toys and activities presented in rotation to keep them stimulated and engaged. My son is strong willed and easily one of the most stubborn individuals I've ever met, but the staff here handled him with grace and helped guide him to foster excellent social and listening skills. Ms. Sonja, Ms. Vanessa, Ms. Abigail, Ms. Gen, and even Ms. Dara who is no longer there - THANK YOU for loving and caring for my child like he was your own. He is who he is today because of your hard work and dedication, and for that we are forever in your debt. This place is truly one of a kind and I wish my life circumstances allowed for him to stay here until kindergarten!