I have been attending Opera Lafayette since its inception in 1995 and as such know everyone it…read moreseems but THIS is exceptional opera in music quality, visual performance and overall ambiance. I have attended their performances at the Kennedy Center here in DC most times but also at the Lincoln Center in New York and at the Royal Opera House in Versailles, France. All have been exceptional, as are their CDs - I can not recommend more.

My daughter has been taking violin lessons from Aga Kowalsky at Suzuki Violin Center since she was…read morejust turning 4. She's going on 10 now, and is an accomplished violinist. Aga has taught her so much!

My sons have studied violin with the Suzuki Violin Center for almost three years. Aga is a…read morefabulous teacher who truly understands children. My almost four year old daughter is counting down the days until she can start classes in the fall. We highly recommend the Suzuki Violin Center!

I have been taking classes here for over 12 years. Sahara has classes from beginner all the way to…read moreadvanced, with wonderful dance companies you can join if you are interested in performing, as well as weekend workshops and special events. Classes are available in person and some are also available online if you're unable to travel to the studio. The teachers are very knowledgeable about Middle Eastern dance, with a focus on Egyptian raqs sharqi, as well as Lebanese dance, and American fusion styles. Students of all ages, body types, with or without prior dance experience are welcome. This is a very supportive community and I have made many friends here! Highly recommend!

I've been a student here for about five years now. The Sahara Dance community is so inclusive,…read moresupportive, and joyful! I've made lifelong friends here from all walks of life. All (and I mean ALL backgrounds, body types, gender identities, even disabled dancers like myself are accommodated here) are welcome to join and learn not only bellydance technique and choreography, but also important cultural context, music, and even occasional other styles of dance here--not just Egyptian raqs sharqi but other North African/Central Asian styles, Latin fusion, even Bollywood style! There are classes available in person, online, and hybrid for all levels from "never moved my hips in my life" all the way to budding professional dancer, and every teacher I've had over the years has demonstrated their expertise and knowledge, and been very attentive to each student every week, giving individual feedback and getting to know us and our unique styles--even the ones joining in over Zoom. There are endless performance opportunities for all levels as well, from large-scale productions like the annual Under a Desert Moon show to smaller haflas held in the studio, as well as chances to perform at community events in the DC area such as Tenley Art All Night and other cultural festivals. If you've ever been even a little bit interested in bellydance, come check it out!

DC Casineros is an amazing performing dance company! They perform around Washington, D.C. at…read morespecial events, festivals and compete and all over the world! I've taken classes with them in the past at the dance studios and recently went to one of their monthly dance socials and had a blast. Classes are held several times during the week at the studio. In the classes they teach you about the rich Cuban culture where the Casino style originated from, plus an assortment of traditional dance styles from Cuba as well. At the monthly social, you can take the intro class and learn some of the basic steps. From there, they open the floor for couples or ruedas, basically a couples dance circle. In the ruedas, there is typically a leader who calls out the names of the steps and everyone follows in the circle. You could end up dancing with over 5 - 20 people all in the matter of minutes! Its really quite fascinating to participate or watch the circle while everyone is following the steps. Since everyone is learning, even your best dancers are learning, everyone is very patient with one another. At the social, there was a DJ, dance performances including DC Casineros and a second local Casino group, water and soda for purchase. They also did a segment to get the whole crowd involved so it was very interactive. I saw small ruedas and about the largest rueda I've ever seen, with a smaller rueda in the middle so everyone could fit. Very cool to watch or participate. Amanda and Adrian are both the directors of the group. Not only are they amazing dancers and patient teachers, but they do an outstanding job educating people about the Casino dance style and rich culture from Cuba. The entire group is a lot of fun to watch. Go an check out their next dance performance, try a class or go to a monthly social!

DC Casineros is the premier Cuban salsa (Rueda de Casino) dance troupe in Washington, D.C…read more Adrian, William and Allison are amazing very patient teachers. Definitely call DC Casineros if you want to give some spice to your events. their last performance at San Francisco was awesome.

Awesome studio. My daughter has been coming here since she was a tiny little thing. She is now 12…read moreand still loving it. Would definitely recommend this place.

My daughter has been dancing with Making Moves Dance Collective since she was 2 and she loves it…read more The teachers and staff are caring, patient and enthusiastic with kids. They also host many events for the kids throughout the year just for fun and that's great. I look forward to the recitals every year. Cute costumes and choreography. Perfect place to enrich your child with dance.

You don't have to be a dance enthusiast to know that The Washington Ballet is a preeminent dance…read morecompany both nationally and internationally. I've had the pleasure of seeing many of the company's performances and it is truly beauty en motion. They are impactful, emotional, and dazzling masterpieces. Their performances took on new meaning when my god-daughter started training at the Washington School of Ballet. She had years of experience under her belt, but this school challenged her body in new ways. After a few short months of intense training, her technique was elevated. Additionally, the opportunities associated with The Washington Ballet are vast. My girl performed at The Warner Theatre in The Nutcracker last December and she met the legendary soloist Misty Copeland in April. If you're not familiar with Miss Misty, check her out www.mistycopeland.com. +Tip: Fees to train at their ballet school (@ THEARC) are on a sliding scale. With philanthropy and families who can afford to pay more, economically disadvantaged kids (who may not have gotten an opportunity to dance) can do so here. Lots of love to The Washington Ballet for supporting the community!

A fantastic venue in SE (and not the gentrified part!) Love it!read more

One of the finest studios with classy dancers and instructors. Paula is a fantastic and caring…read moreprofessional with experience unparalleled in our DC area. She has the heart of a mother and spirit of a lion! Very talented dancers and performers. Also, there are many opportunities to get students exposed to people in the industry.

This is our daughter's third year at the Paula Brown Performing Arts Center (PBPAC), and she has…read moretruly blossomed under the leadership of Ms. Paula Brown. Ms. Paula Brown reminds me of the persona of her mentor Mrs. Debbie Allen, because she is tenacious in her drive for perfection, but compassionate toward her students. For example, she knows when they are not giving their best and will push them--even for simple things like remembering to dress in uniform or keeping after their belongings. My daughter has taken jazz, contemporary, and Horton classes, but her favorite is classical ballet. In addition to class, my daughter has been able to participate in fashion shows for Lord & Taylor, a dance competition and annual trips to see the Alvin Ailey Dance Company perform at the Kennedy Center. The end of year recital is a very professional production at the Bowie Performing Arts Center, with beautiful costumes and moving music. In addition, parents are friendly and committed. It is well worth the time and money to send your daughter to PBPAC!

I recently worked with Jan at Cast of Thousands to procure a living statue for my event. Jan and…read moreher team were a breeze to work with -- providing prompt email communication, no annoying sales calls, and easy to understand pricing. She helped me figure out the best ways to maximize my budget and was very detailed in her responses and needs for our performer. Randy, our living statue was the absolute hit of my party! He never broke character and was able to read the vibe of the crowd to provide memorable moments throughout the event. His dancing and movements kept everybody in a great mood and was one of the most Instagrammable moments of the night. Thank you Cast of Thousands, I'll definitely work with your team again!