My kids have been here for ten years now, and both of them are thriving. My older daughter has been…read moreinvited/offered scholarships to different summer dance programs and her technique stands out wherever she goes, all thanks to the quality ballet training and competition opportunities she receives at WSPA. Each teacher my girls have worked with so far have been gifted choreographers whose routines win the top honors at competitions. In fact, WSPA is one of a few studios that don't need to outsource their choreography because their teachers do it so well in-house.

My daughter has been part of WSPA since 2019, and we absolutely love the supportive environment and…read morethe exceptional training she receives here. Currently, she is enrolled in the Ballet Performance Program, Musical Theatre Performance Program, and Tap Performance Program. The comprehensive curriculum at WSPA is designed to nurture well-rounded performers, and it's clear in my daughter's development as a true Triple Threat. Her hard work, dedication, and growth as a performer are a direct reflection of the high-quality instruction and mentorship she receives.

I have a 6 year old who has been here since she was 4 and LOVES it here. Even with class and…read moreNutcracker rehearsals for multiple hours, she still loves being there and being with the instructors and other dancers. It's her favorite day when she gets to go to ballet class. We have found the instructors kind, caring, and willing to work with the younger kids. Ms Jess is amazing and my daughter absolutely adores her. Ms Kellie has been great in responding to any issues (my daughter fractured her clavicle this year and they worked around it with us). We are so thrilled that we found this place and look forward to continuing her ballet journey with them.

Lack of supervision. Not all teachers are certified. Some are taught by students…read more DO NOT SEND if your child its under 6 years old. They are not watching the students that they are expecting all children can be independent.

My daughter is absolutely obsessed with Young Art Studio! We've always known she had a creative…read morespark, but it wasn't until she started classes here that we really saw her artistic side blossom. She looks forward to class every single week! Julia, the owner, is not only an incredibly talented artist but also a truly gifted teacher. She's so patient and encouraging with the kids, and our daughter has learned so much under her guidance. Each class is thoughtfully structured into two parts -- drawing/painting and then clay molding -- which keeps the kids engaged and excited. The mix of ages has also been wonderful, as our daughter (one of the youngest) learns so much from watching the older students. We couldn't recommend Young Art Studio more for any child who loves to create and express themselves through art!

I came here when I was 7 years old, and now 10 years later, I can say that Young Artist Studio has…read morebeen one of the best parts of my life. This place is honestly like a second home to me. Im off to college now but I will always be back to visit. A huge part of why I love this place is so much is because of the teacher, Julia. She is the most supportive and kindest people I have ever met. She will give you the best advice on how to approach a drawing and she knows exactly how to help you grow as an artist. She celebrates every little improvement and reminds you that mistakes are just part of the process. Over the many years I have been at this studio, I have learned so many new techniques. But most importantly, I learned to believe in myself because Julia always believed in me, even when I doubted myself. One of my favorite memories is of a black and white drawing I did of a girl. I was scared to start it at first because I didn't have the confidence. I didn't think I was capable of making it look good but Julia encouraged me to just try it because she believed I could. I trusted her and I'm so glad I did because that drawing turned out amazing. It's one of my favorite pieces to this day. I'm so grateful for everything Julia has done for me. Thank you for believing in me and helping me grow. You've made such a big difference in my life. Truly the best teacher and friend I could ever ask for. I love you so much Julia.

Not be on time. So disappointed. We waited for more than 20mins…read more Be punctual is the most basic requirement! The worst part was no explanations. Here is the date, May 27th. Hopefully you still remembered what happened on that night! If you want more details, I am glad to share all messages records here for everyone reviewing. Btw, we will also take legal action later, as there may be no reply from you again. And just in case, take screenshots of your first response here.

We had a wonderful time with Isaac during my son's 5th birthday. Isaac offers a combo pack of 30…read moremin magic show + 30 min balloons making that works really well with kids. Both grown ups and kids had a great time. Isaac was super nice, accommodating, and he ensured all kids got to participate in the magic show, as well as during the balloon making time.

If you love halau, you will LOVE the Nemenzo Polynesian Dance Group. Whether it be for classes or…read morefor a special performance, THIS is the group to hire! I initially contacted Elizabeth for my own wedding, not only was she thorough and professional she was overly generous on the day of my wedding. She surprised me, my husband, his family who flew in from Hawaii and other parts of the country, but my guests are still talking about how elegant, authentic, tasteful and beautiful their performance was. We were so blessed to have them at our wedding, I recommend them whole heartedly!

I love this group! I've seen this group before at…read morecompetitions and now i have the chance to dance with them. The group is so friendly ( especially Auntie Elly) and everyone is always willing to help out if you have any questions with a routine. The dance's are not only beautiful but so much fun to learn. And of course the live drumming during practice is of course a plus! There's classes for pretty much every age range and even for boys too. On top of everything the dancing is a great way to get into shape if your looking for a fun way to work out :)

Such a wonderful, sweet dance academy! My daughter has been dancing with them for a couple years…read morenow and there is such a close tightknit community. She loves her teachers as do I, especially Miss Madelin. My daughter is on a couple of the show teams and gets so many opportunities to perform and so much more personal instruction that she would not get in a larger company. Miss Zsa and miss Madelin also have parties for the girls, which really is a wonderful way to celebrate the end of a season and for the girls to bond.

This place is great for dance classes.. Offer many types of dances ...Teacher so so great with the…read morekids.. Lost a star cuz of parking lol... So happy that my niece can dance .... Hahahaha

The Pros to this studio is that the teacher we had was very good and the studio makes an effort to…read moreput on a really nice end of the year performance. The kids feel proud of their accomplishment. For me, however, this is overshadowed by the very strict policies. You pay for the entire year up front, so you want to make sure your kid will want to do the entire year. The first year we went here, this worked out OK. However, the second year my 7 yr old was not enjoying the class at all--to the point she would leave the class early crying. We were a couple months in at this point (but before winter break or the beginning of performance dance practices). We were told that we could leave the class but would not be entitled to any refund of the tuition (more than half the year at that point). We were also not allowed to try out another class to see if we could find one my child would like better. I felt this was extraordinarily rigid for a 7 year old. To not even work with a family to try and find a better fit in dance class says to me they are not concerned with the dancer's experience. Our only options were to eat the half year tuition, or force our child to continue a class she really did not like. Perhaps this policy is OK for older kids who know what activities they like, but for younger children I find it inappropriate. Parents should also be aware that the kids are required to wear specific clothing to all practices, so there is an additional cost as you need to order specific dance leotards, tights, shoes, etc.

I have friends whose children take classes here so I have gone to the annual recital at the Herbst…read moreTheater...3 times! We always enjoy their recitals. This year (2011) the theme was "Around the World." The 90 minute show had 33 numbers running 3 minutes or less. The teachers always do a great job of teaching, creating the choreography, selecting the beautiful costumes, & letting the kids shine. Each year the best performances vary. 3 years ago, 3 young men tap dancers were just phenomenal. This year the ballet & modern/contemporary numbers were my favorites. A tall angular young man was especially wonderful to watch...smooth, graceful, strong, rhythmic...better than many professionals I have seen! I am often surprised by the abilities of children who do not have traditional willowy dancer shapes. This year the bigger girls really excelled in the modern & ballet numbers. Their technique, movement, & energy were a pleasure to watch. The younger children are a treat. They often miss something & their reactions are so cute & funny. This year when another dancer stood on her spot on the stage 1 little girl gently pushed the other toward her proper spot, pointed, & mouthed..."you go there!" The price was reasonable...Less than $30 for middle range seats. Much less than what we last paid for a seat at the opera.

I can't say enough good things about the San Francisco Youth Chorus, which is holding try-outs now…read more(and ongoing tryouts any time throughout the year). SFYC is a mellow yet exciting youth choir, a nice alternative to the more rigorous boys and girls choirs in SF. In our experience with our son, the kids met only once a week (in the Sunset/Parkside area) and then sang at fun concerts throughout the year (from outdoor fests to formal holiday events). They've added on some more intense (and sometimes expensive) travel events but they are optional. My son got to sing the national anthem at the opening game at Chase auditorium and it was amazing! I highly recommend it! https://www.sanfranciscoyouthchorus.org/

Definitely recommend this program to all school age kids who like to sing and shy to be singing…read morealone. My daughter first started with Ms. Gerber at her summer choir camp ( Summergate). Singing in choir is somehow motivating my daughter to keep practicing piano .

My theatrical son loves being a cast member of Musical Theater Works and so do I. With a middle…read moreschool age cast they put on a very professional full length musical every season that rivals Broadway in my opinion - smaller venue, better seats, better prices, more intimate experience and more fun when you know the cast members! It is such an amazing experience for kids this age to work so hard singing, dancing, acting over 4 months to put on such a high quality performance. And they learn such important skills about practice, discipline, team work. We love MTW and will stay with them for as long as we can.

My daughter had a great time at the summer camp. They put on a performance on the last day, and it…read morewas amazing to see how much they had learned during those two weeks. She loved preparing for the show, learning new songs and making new friends. We will be returning!

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are (indeed) Dead…read more Deader than a doornail and you missed them. Sorry folks, Better luck next time. Try planning ahead. The last performance of this Tom Stoppard play was on Sunday afternoon in SFSU's Little Theatre. Rosencrantz/Guildenstern played to an enthusiastic audience with few remaining seats in the house. Brennan Cook was memorable in his role as "The Player" while Celeste Conowitch and Anthony Agresti played the title roles delightfully. Ms. Conowitch was particularily effective in the male role of Rosencrantz.. Although she never stepped our of character, she nonetheless brought a distinct feminine sensibility to what could have been a jaunty "old boys" romp through Stoppard's play about two characters from Shakespeare's "Hamlet." Truly inspirational casting! I'm not a drama critic so I won't try to finesse an analysis of the performance. But, for my money the whole production was professional. In fact, I kept looking at the program for an indication that various actors were appearing with permission from Actor's Equity. Nope...students, all. Good show, directors Jo Tomalin and John Wilson! The casting, lighting, costuming, acting, directing and setting were on a par with a play that you might see at ACT. But, the ticket price was not. it was...drum roll, please.......... $10.00. No typo. Ten dollars. So....... Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. But other SF Theatre Arts Department productions are right around the corner. Three more productions make up the 2011-2012 academic season. Grab your tickets as soon as you can. You'll enjoy the performances as much as I did. Trust me on this. Would a little old librarian lie to you? Hooha! Hie thee to the theatre.............. Grab your tickets soon.