Bravo to the wonderful City Ballet and City Ballet Orchestra for a fantastic Nutcracker performance…read moreat the Spreckles Theater. While many culture snobs dismiss The Nutcracker as a lackluster showcase for the kids of a ballet troupe, City Ballet turned out a magnificently flawless version. The live orchestra complimented the dancing perfectly and I was amazed at the superb acoustics. Even from my seat-perched on high-I could denote every note played clear as a bell. I have also never heard a harp played so much in a symphonic treatment. The Nutcracker is performed all over the world every year at Christmas, by ballet companies large and small. For many people The Nutcracker is their very first introduction to ballet. And for many, it may also be their first introduction to a symphony orchestra. I love that all the little kids can participate on stage and begin the stirrings of a love for performance and art. It is adorable-year in and year out- to see Mother Gigogne come out in the 2nd act with that big skirt with all the little clowns that come running out from underneath. The Nutcracker-rather than just a dreary annual money-maker for most ballet troupes, to me, is so inspiring and endearing. I took my own kids every Christmas-just as my parents took me and my brothers. The Nutcracker is a cherished family tradition and City Ballet did it great justice. The Arabian, Chinese, and Russian dances were performed energetically and the Dance of the Snowflakes-amidst the floating snow petals closed out the first act on a beautifully fleeting note. The 2nd half had the lilting Sugar Plum Fairy and the other-worldly sound of the celeste. That instrument sounds so sweet-almost like music from heaven. I sat transfixed in my seat by such utter beauty and came away from The City Ballet's Nutcracker with a new appreciation for the culture and ballet artistry found here in our city.

This review is for their Nutcracker event rather than the school…read more I had a terrible experience last Sunday at the Spreckles Theatre. As I tried purchasing tickets for my family for the Nutcracker, I was told to speak to Joanne their director to see if my children would be allowed in. From the moment I approached her, she treated me with so little class and was so rude to me. I have a 3 year old who has been insisting to go to the Nutcracker with such enthusiasm for weeks. I understand children not being allowed to plays, but it's the Nutcracker for god's sake! And if they are not allowed still, she could've been a lot nicer about it. Joanne said allowing children was not fair for people who paid $80 for a ticket. Ok, so I guess it is fair for the ones who just paid $30? Not. She also told me to get a babysitter and come watch the play without my kids to enjoy it best. That is none of her business. The point was that I wanted to bring my 3 year old to it. As we were approaching the door, my wife asks another staff member to kindly take a picture of us by their giant Nutcracker and got denied! The lady said she was busy arranging tickets and after that he would take the photo. Too bad this review wasn't about the performance as I was not allowed in and had to explain to my son that he was too little for a family show... right? That Joanne lady should be taught some manners and be told to smile a little more.

My teammates and I decided to watch Keone and Mari's last show for Beyond Babel. Coming all the way…read morefrom the Orange County, we were pressed for time and drove 95 mph to get down to San Diego. Worth it? Most definitely. Although it's difficult to find parking, there is a nearby neighborhood that is less than a 2 minute walk from the theatre. This show is absolutely amazing. The storytelling is incredible and to weave it in with the movement and music is worth every penny and every mile that we drove.

Okay so this one is for my little dancers. Beyond Babel is as if your entire world was one giant…read moredance-off. The dance moves as you would hope were phenomenal. Seriously I didn't realize the human body could bend, twist, shake, etc., like that. Maybe the cast isn't human? Maybe they are aliens from Dancetron come to teach us to lay down our guns and pick up the beat? The choreography is creative and the moves are very clean and tight. I won't lie to you, this wasn't exactly my jam. My daughters love this show and this was the second time seeing it. I was told it was a spin on Romeo & Juliet which is cool and I saw some common threads but sometimes was left just going "huh?" Still a lot of "wow" factor in the dance. The theater is pretty neat. Located off Imperial Avenue, it looks like this took over two houses? There is the front lobby which you have to exit to go around back to the theater itself. The first floor holds the majority of the seats which look comfy. The second floor where my wife and I sat was bar stool seats overlooking a balcony. I wasn't very comfortable after a while and kept fidgeting. Get seats on first floor. The dancers also move through the audience. It didn't happen this time but my girls and wife said the stage also moves. They also said this show was different at times which would allow it to be fresh even for a repeat visit. You could tell there were a lot of die hard fans shouting out at dancers by name. The creators, Keone and Mari, have a lot to be proud of and it would not surprise me to see this hit Broadway. If love dance and want to support local artists hit Beyond Babel. Okay, I'm done. Time to moonwalk my way off the stage.

Eva is the best salsa instructor ever! I took her Beginners salsa lessons and left already knowing…read morethe basics! She is fun, energetic and professional. Would definitely suggest dancers every level to come to her class :)

I started off dancing hip hop and randomly watched a bachata video one day on Youtube and decided I…read morewanted to try it out bc it looked hellaa sexy. Went to a few classes around SD for a month or two and enjoyed it, but wanted to dedicate more time to getting better and joining a team, but as a female lead. Eva, the director and instructor, was super inviting, open, an attentive, patient, outgoing teacher, and lovely dancer (sometimes I feel like a potato after watching her haha). I feel like I've learned a lot from her so far, even in the short time I've been there, which is great bc I didn't really do any partner dancing before. If you're searching for a fun and caring place to learn to Latin dance, you won't be sorry if you come here.

Sabrina is the best belly dance teacher I've had the privilege of training under. She is a…read morephenomenal performer and always gives the audience her all. Full of passion and grace she woos the audience and leaves them breathless. One of my favorite performers, hands down!

So happy I found the free ballet classes for adults offered at the City Heights Performance Annex,…read morenext to the City Heights library! The classes take place each Saturday from 10 to 11:30 and the instructors are professional dancers from the San Diego Ballet. So excited about the classes and about this great center that offer many more classes and activities for the community. I even performed already in front of the public...at the back ens though, for the Dia de los Muertos festivities.

I highly recommend Silke! She is a fantastic dance teacher. She is patient and makes dance lessons…read morefun and comfortable. My boyfriend and I took merengue and bachata lessons. He did not expect to be good at it but Silke instilled confidence in him and he did great. Now he loves dancing merengue with me! Go see Silke!

Wow! If you want to learn to dance..... if you want to learn how to do isolated moves…read more... And oh yeah!!! Have fun....call Silke. This teacher knows how to dance and most importantly teach you how to dance. A+ what a treasure !!!

Amazing company! Highly professional, magnificent costumes and characters, really beautifully…read morepolished productions. Run by an incredible woman who does a great job. Recommendable for any kind of event entertainment, they'll do a superb job. A+ 6 stars!

HOT HOT HOT!!!! SMOKIN' HOT!…read more I've known Teresa for years now and I've never seen her fire dance. My husband and I decided we wanted some entertainment for our wedding and we reached out to Teresa. So glad we thought of her! All we can say is WOW!!! We expressed our vision for the wedding and she compiled an overall theme, song list, routine and equipment to supply a cocktail hour entertainment and a 20 minute show for our guests. What a spectacular show it was. We were so thrilled with their professionalism, creativity, skill, multi talents and overall "hotness" factor. We would definitely have them entertain at a future event and refer them to anyone who needs speciality entertainment. Thank you Teresa for working with our venue, the fire marshal and your team to make it such a smooth transaction for us on our special day. It was truly a magical night!

This review is long overdue & my hesitation in writing it has been the fear that I might not do…read moreRenata justice! Renata is a gifted teacher who has my trust & respect bc she is a master of her craft. She teaches authentic, real samba in all of its fullness & she also makes it fun! The fun has been key in my continued attendance of her classes for over two years, which is a record for me in my adult life for any fitness program. (She makes cardio fun :) I didn't really have any dance experience prior to coming & she makes samba approachable in her Monday Beginner class. There are many people who consistently go to her classes & they are a lovely group! If you're thinking about trying something new, then come & join the fun! She has connections & relationships to world-class samba instructors who come in to guest teach. She's even taught women to a pro level & taken them to participate in Carnival in Brazil!!!

What a beautiful group of dancers and musicians, entertainers extraordinary!!…read moreThey move and make you want to move, I've seen them at different events, can hire for Openings, special events, weddings, Birthdays!!, Happy moments you want remembered forever!! Fantastic energy and what a wonderful treat when they bring you up to dance with them!! I should know, I've had the honor!! You won't be disappointed by the excitement this wonderful musical dance troupe can bring!! Celebrate with Samba!!