My son went to their preschool program last year and I would recommend it without reservation…read more First, I wasn't expecting anything in the way of "academics" but they did a fantastic job working with them on writing and simple worksheets. My son had to write his name every morning when he came in, and he would often come home with several creative worksheets, coloring pages etc. They were extremely consistent with the writing and it set a great expectation that is now paying off for him in Kindergarten. Staff were enthusiastic and naturally gifted with children. They did a great job balancing the days between physical activity and "seat work," and there was also plenty of less-structured time to dance and play. Payments were a little more haphazard than I'd like. They aren't set up with online payment options / reminders, so it was usually me just trying to remember when and if I paid each month. Overall I'm really happy with my son's preschool experience; feel free to write with any questions.

This is a fantastic dance studio. The instructors are top notch. The evolution of my daughter in…read moreher time there has been nothing short of amazing. They have not only helped build a dancer but have also given her poise and confidence. I would definitely recommend this studio for all levels and at all ages.

We love the dance company ! Our daughter has been going to ballet here for two years and she looks…read moreforward to it every week They even booked an extra special "recital" for the little ones who couldn't make it to the actual performance . I highly recommend TDC !

I am wildly enthusiastic about the Academy of Dance in the Spokane Valley. This is an authentic…read moredance studio with serious instructors, disciplined dancers and a healthy rapport amongst all dancers, parents, instructors and owner. The instructors are attentive to proper training and development to prevent injuries. In the 6+ years that I have been associated with this studio I have not seen any eating disorders or unhealthy practices. The performances are FULL productions at the beautiful Martin Woldston Fox theater. The Academy of Dance is also the home of the non-profit Spokane Youth Ballet. Dancers from the entire area are welcome to audition for the productions and performances at the FOX Theater. These productions are original choreography and never disappoint.

My daugther has danced at the Academy of Dance for eight years. We have consistently been pleased…read morewith the the instructors, their level of skill and knowledge, and the joy and passion they pour into all the students. The switch to new management has been seamless and we are delighted with the changes and enthusiasm Naomi has brought to the studio. Highly recommend!

My twin girls started at Spokane Elite Dance studio in the summer of 2017. They had been at another…read morestudio and I felt like they were ready for more of a challenge. They started with the summer classes which by the way are a GREAT deal. You can try classes for a very low cost. Although they can be shy they immediately warmed up to the teacher and as a parent I just loved the studio. Now that we've been at Elite for about 7 months, I can't imagine my girls taking dance classes anywhere else. In fact, we've added another class and they want to take more. This is a great place for families. My dancers are happy and supported which is great but what's truly amazing is that the support extends to the parents. Come try Elite.....you'll love it! PS......The classes are about the same price as what I was paying before with better service AND the costumes are included which they were not at the last studio.

Back from the dead, the new theater and production manager have done a fantastic job of…read moreresurrecting it. There are fewer shows 2 vs 4 and venue is smaller Kroc Center vs NIC but the shows brought back memory of years past, camp with a lot of singing and dancing. The only drawback is no chance of wine at the interval after so many waiting for it previously. Another tip, you can actually hear the singers which has been a problem the last few years with the dead company.

I enrolled my granddaughter in ballet shortly after the beginning of Covid times. I am so grateful…read morethat they had an opening and that they welcomed her in with love. It has been so good for my granddaughter and the skills she is gaining are lifelong. She has an outlet during difficult times and she is learning so many classical skills. Miss Mimi is so good with the kids and the atmosphere when you walk through the doors is so elegant and lovely. I am so grateful they are here!

My grandaughter will be starting her 12th year dancing at Ballet Arts Academy. Sadly this will be…read moreher last year before venturing off to college. She has received excellent training in Classical Ballet as well as Contemporary and Classical Flamenco with plenty of performance opportunities. I cannot stress enough the quality of instruction as well as the individual attention given to each student regardless of their ability. We feel blessed to be part of the Ballet Arts family.

Thank jeebus for Tangled Roots!…read more I've been looking for an adult hip hop class for about a year here in Spokane. I'm not interested in joining a studio and paying a yearly fee - I just want to drop in and dance for about an hour. The adult hip hop class here is great. It's not just about shaking your ass. I've gone a couple times and dabbled in pop n' lock style. Now, it's been a few years since I've done any choreographed dance so I was a bit rusty, a bit sheepish, and self-conscious. But the teacher is great and very lax. He makes you feel comfortable and super down to earth.

Most authentic hip hop studio there is. Shaner has his heart into the culture and has a love for…read moreteaching. You will always laugh and learn a lot about movements and the history of hip hop. Awesome studio!

Wonderful little theater nestled snugly in the cockles of downtown Spokane…read more Productions are carefully selected and feature an abundance of local talent from playwrights to production crew, actors to lighting techs, set design to customer service. Community engagement and social mission are baked into the crust. Stage Left puts their (your) money where their (your?) mouth is in terms of diverting portions of ticket sales to local causes, and they have a land-lease arrangement with one of the local tribes. They are a progressive theatre, no doubt, and wear their politics proudly on their sleeve. Still, with the production I saw I was delighted to see politics riding shotgun to art and stagecraft; highly politicized subject matter was treated with more nuance and thoughtfulness than I was expecting frankly. It's a small theater so all the seats are good seats. Sound, lighting, and set design were very nice! The acting was almost universally awesome and actors seemed both very well-rehearsed and highly skilled in delivery. Prices are reasonable at $25 for weekend shows; it's a great night out and a solid value. Cheaper tickets are available during the week as well. You can buy beer and wine in the lobby to bring into the theater, alongside some other snacky sundries. The theater is downtown in one of the more distressed areas, so feel free to walk in pairs and not leave a bunch of tempting stuff visible in your vehicle.

The staff was very nice! First time to the theater! Loved the play "Corpus Christi" loved it!!!read more