I have known Danny and Georgina for many many years. I have also worked with both of them, and…read morewhile I no longer live in Atlanta I will say this- you will not find a better performing arts program in Metro Atlanta. You will not find two more dedicated and loving individuals, and you will not find heart and passion for the arts like you will find in these two people. This permeates to their staff and to the children that they serve. RISPA is a home for young people who strive to be the best, and long for an accepting and loving environment where they can grow and hone their skills. Their professional attitudes and their devotion to their students goes far beyond the dance floor.They are true arts advocates on every level. Unfortunately in life, we do not always get what we want. We are not all as talented as the person sitting next to us. This is life. Auditions are just that- an opportunity for an individual to show the talent and determination that they have to be the best that they can be. There will always be those whose abilities are stronger or better than someone else, and there will always be those individuals that work harder than anyone else but never quite make it to the top. These are facts of life. Danny and Georgina along with their staff have always encouraged every kid along the way to be the best that they can be, and they provide the necessary tools to do so. There are no guarantees in life especially in the theatre, just because you participate does not qualify you to win an award. The arts builds character, changes lives and develops a cultural appreciation in all of us. Danny and Georgina have dedicated their lives to enriching the lives of others. I would highly recommend RISPA!

Daughter has been going here for the entire school year. We went to the recital yesterday and were…read moreshocked to see how awful the performances were. Some were better thank others, for example, theater for the stage was good and the broadway type thing was good but 100% of the dance performances were AWFUL regardless of age or dancing style. not sure how after a year of practice they were still this terrible. Definitely did not reflect well on the school and it makes me wonder what parents are paying for. I always heard how great RISPA was but the recitals did not match the laurels. Yikes!

Off Broadway is a small facility in a strip mall but my kids have really enjoyed their time there…read more They have taken dance, improv comedy, and musical theater classes and have participated in numerous productions in the black box theater. The musicals are surprisingly good!! Very entertaining, clever costumes, and some of the kids are amazing! BUT... What I like the most is that the moms and faculty are VERY welcoming. It's fun for parents to get involved with costumes and makeup for the shows. I never feel out of place and I have yet to meet a parent (or child) at Off Broadway who is not kind. We have tried other area dance and acting studios and the competition is fierce. You can see the kids size each other up! I don't want dance moms drama! We will stick with Off Broadway because it's PERFECT for toddlers through young teens. My kids and I have made some great friends there.

Come here all children K-high school!! Great place for all kids to enjoy and acts like a big family.read more

Wifey and I went to the Dancing Goat to see one of her friends perform in "Almost, Maine"...a play…read morethat consisted of about a dozen vignettes on all aspects of "love." The play was quite well done and we enjoyed it immensely. Obviously, some of the vignettes were preferred over others, but all were done in the great spirit of Community Theater...and made for a very enjoyable Saturday evening "date night." The Theatre itself is a small, community one...and perfect for this type of play where the focus is definitely on the actors themselves and the interactions...bigger, broader ones may not fit in this relatively small place. I highly recommend...we will go back...wifey got the brochure of upcoming events...looking forward to a couple of them.

Parking was easy in the green deck, fee was $10 flat paid upon entry. Deck allows parking for…read morevehicles up to 8ft tall! All parking spots were identified with a red or green light to easily spot open availability. Upon arriving to the theatre, we easily walked through security before attendants scanned our tickets. **I will note this could be more efficient and less of a bottleneck. Either security needs to be more out front, further spaced away from ticket scanning or tickets could be scanned before security. This was our first time here. Attendants were available just past ticketing, at all theatre door entrances and at the top and bottom of the stairs. Their guidance and directions to find our seats was really appreciated. The theatre was great. We sat in orchestra Row F Seats 117/118. The seats were comfortable and spacious, with cupholders in front of each seat. I'm petite at 5'1" - I normally feel crammed in most theatres when the seats are so close you are physically touching your neighbor (someone you don't know). We attended History That Doesn't Suck. The audio, lighting and video were all spot on.

It is a beautiful modern theater with a grand entrance and lovely flow. We walked downstairs to our…read moreorchestra seats and were pleasantly surprised with th size of our seats, including how comfy they were and that there was a cup holder! The ushers were very friendly. There is $10 parking in a large garage. We were there to see my student Nolan Waters in Ragtime. He and the rest of the cast were fantastic. I was very impressed with their voices and acting. The set was very professional and creative. The ease of parking and the availability of restaurants near the theater make it very appealing, even for an ITP person. I will be back for another show.

I joined the circus and it wasn't half bad. I attended an open house here where they demonstrated…read morewhat they offer. I've never had any type of acrobat-type training so my expectations for myself were low. However, despite being one of 4 adults in the room, I actually enjoyed myself. My favorite activity was the aerial silks. I've been wanting to do this for some time and I'm glad I finally got the chance. There are some amazing classes for both children and adults. Plus you get a lot of background from performers that still work in the industry. Give them a try and tell them Ash Said It sent ya!!!

Amazing people who really care about the kids! True professionals who will help students to their…read morefull potential as well as share a love for circus arts.

Atlanta Workshop Players is the School of Life! This 'unicorn' is one-of-a-kind... perfectly…read morebalancing professionalism, play and humanity. The Stallings foster and exude excellence in their teachings in acting and in life. The wisdom the AWP teachers impart to all their students is unparalleled. The kindness and joy that AWP shares with their students is infectious, creating a community of supportive and inclusive, wildly talented actors who love what they do whilst growing exponentially in the field of acting and in life. AWP gives every actor the opportunity to express themselves in every aspect of the performing arts. AWP celebrates every student and especially what makes them unique. MAJOR UNEXPECTED BONUS....this exuberant experience is also enjoyed by the families of the students which is unique to AWP! This acting school embraces the student's entire family, guiding them along the way, educating them, so parents and siblings can best support the students and help them achieve their goals, all whilst having the time of their lives. AWP creates an engaging, non-competitive environment, where students can lean on one another, celebrate one another's achievements and build life-long friendships. Within AWPs 45-year history, this non-profit acting school has alumni and current students located all over the nation and internationally. These exceptional artists are successful working actors and more importantly, marvelously kind human beings. AWP is much more than a place to take acting classes. It's a community for the entire family. AWPs distinguished acting coaches share a wealth of experience and wisdom with their students, celebrating their growth and challenging them to strive even higher in a supportive and motivating environment. AWPs classes create opportunities to showcase for agents, casting directors and managers. AWP also creates original live ticketed shows from Improv to Cabarets to Musicals to Summer Camps and more, giving the students year-round opportunities to perform for the community in the AWP Black Box Theatre. If that wasn't enough....AWP also takes their students and families on Week-Long Intensive Workshop Trips as a sensational way to level-up, see the world, grow closer to and meet more of the AWP community of actors and families. AWP travels to Los Angeles, New York and the Caribbean to learn from industry professionals, tour studios, be part of live studio-audiences, see the world, build life-long friendships, and grow as an actor and a person. We are so grateful to the Stallings for creating the Atlanta Workshop Players and for all they give to the world. They absolutely live by "leave every place and person, better than you found them".

We just completed our third trip with AWP. This one to LA! My son takes classes at AWP and they…read morehave been an instrumental part to his learning of the acting world. AWP has allowed him opportunities to meet with industry professionals, especially on trips like this. They also provide workshops to learn more about the acting world to help him be successful. We especially love the relationships and friendships he builds with the other people in the group. The directors of the studio- Lynn and Don- have created such a positive, encouraging, and uplifting space. One where everyone feels safe, comfortable, and welcome. It's truly a beautiful thing! I cannot say enough good things about AWP! It's the perfect place to learn acting! You won't regret checking them out!

I would certainly recommend this place if you want to introduce your child to gymnastics and dance…read more The teachers are all fairly young and work really well with the children which was a relief. Our daughter is 4 year old and we wanted her to experience a new sport. We tried soccer at the Y and that was a disaster, the coaches not at all understanding or helpful. We signed her up for the dance and gymnastics. The dance alternates between tap and ballet each week and it was easy getting her dance clothes and shoes. It started turning into a "show" at home which put a smile on all of us! The second half was gymnastics and they split the group up interest two, working in different areas of the gym. They emphasize fun and playfulness and then slide in a gymnastics move without them knowing. They each got a stamp at the end of the class and a drawing of a letter to take home. A job well done for sure. I was so relieved that we've found something she enjoys and is motivated to participate. I think any parent would want the same for their child.

I had not even walked into the place until I came to celebrate my daughter's birthday here. I was…read morereally happy with my choice after having a very poor customer experience at a bigger, better known gymnastics place where I ended up canceling the planned birthday party. The kids had SO much fun! The coordinators went above and beyond, setting up our stuff, interacting with the kids and all around just being super nice! The location is perfect and convenient. Its a big enough place but does not feel too big as many gymnastic places sometimes do. The price point was super reasonable and some of the girls liked it so much that the moms ended up enrolling them in a class. Overall a wonderful experience for all!

I searched all over for a Dance Studio that would do a children's birthday party and initially…read morechose Atlanta Dance Central based on location. But boy was I surprised! Michelle and her staff were so accommodating and did everything I needed for the perfect party. We asked for a Moana theme and everything from the craft to the decorations to the dances in the studio were right on point. My 4 year old daughter and her friends had a blast. They felt like Moana and danced like her too! Besides bringing the cake, there was nothing I needed to do to make this a perfect event. If you are looking for a birthday party location definitely use Atlanta Dance Central. It was a great experience!