Dancers, parents, and office staff are great. Dance instruction is good, although if you care about…read moreyour dancer's mental health and self-esteem, stay away. The dance team and studio director Jami Gobee puts an enormous amount of stress on these dancers and then criticizes them when they can't handle the stress. She refused to allow any medical accommodations that were provided, and repeatedly told us that she knows more as a dancer than our surgical doctor and therefore wouldn't accept the notes!! Instead of allowing accommodations, she made punishing threats and forced my child to take all of her classes when she was injured and sick. With every request, I received a cold and rigid response like the one copied from the other reviewer. Jami and her dance teachers regularly humiliated and ridiculed my child for her anxiety when they were the root cause of that anxiety, and told her that her dancing was getting worse (I wonder why....). Anxiety increased exponentially during her time at Fusion, and dropped almost instantly once we left. Jami told the entire dance team not to talk to us when we left, which speaks volumes to her character. They are all afraid of this woman. I would love to say that this is a good studio, but Jami creates an unhealthy environment for youth that I would not recommend to anyone. So unfortunate and so misguided.

I took a technique class with Chelsea Wednesday and I LOVED it. She has high expectations and…read morepushes you to achieve your best. At the end of class, after I am spent, she has us do like a million Sautés then Relevé in first and hold it. She says something to the effect of..... take all that energy and quiet it. That's what makes a dancer, being able to create all that energy and harness it. That resonates with me and I appreciate it. Granted I am bay FAR the oldest in the class, but personally I don't mind it. I find it both nostalgic and inspiring. Overall great studio, and I can see in the girls the fabulous technique they have. Beautiful dancers, and Chelsea is a great teacher!

If you want your child to sing like an angel this is the program for you ! The music teachers are…read morefantastic educators that tailor music based on age and ability .My children started age 8 and now 16 learned sight reading , rhythm , and proper vocal techniques . This program offers a variety of musical styles from Classical , Broadway tunes to Jazz . Thanks to SBCC for the opportunities to perform in England and sing at the Dorothy Chandler . My kids have earned roles in their school musicals and high school singing opportunities all due to SBCCs techniques . leads in their school shows , performed at the Dorothy Chandler and many singing opportunities . The modest tuition and value of this program is

The performance was top notch. I could not not believe how great the kids sounded, they sounded so…read moreprofessional. The program seems to have it under control.

My daughter first attended Performing Arts Workshop 7 years ago, when they were putting on The…read moreWizard of Oz. She hadn't even entered kindergarten yet but was instantly hooked. We immediately signed her up for the remaining camps that summer and she has done multiple sessions each year ever since (minus the covid years). As a parent, seeing your kid find a place where they can be themselves and shine is invaluable, and PAW has been that. We are so excited that camp starts in just a few short weeks! The staff is top notch at teaching performing arts skills and making sure every single camper gets to shine. Can't recommend PAW highly enough!

Summer Camp The…read morePerforming Arts Workshops does not honor price adjustment by giving the Groupon advertised 46% discount towards May summer camp registrants who only got 20% "early bird" discount. The early registrants end up paying more by signing up early and end up more disadvantaged.

We are so happy we found Encore. If you are looking for a high-quality educational experience and…read moreperforming opportunity for your child, where they learn not only stage skills, but also life skills, then this is the place for you. The production level of Encore shows is much better than other South Bay options, and the kids are held to high standards--onstage and off. Zero tolerance policy on bullying and name calling. Accountability and respect for one another at every stage of the experience. A sense of family that you won't find elsewhere. It's a special place.

These people are great, but I need to say this. I understand you are busy but please make sure you…read moresend your emails to everyone. I had to rely on a friend who got the emails. But everyone there is amazing and highly recommended. Just make sure to send your emails!

If you're looking for a place where musicians combine their knowledge, experience, passion and…read morepatience to help every student reach their full potential, look no further. I've had excellent piano teachers in the past, but none have so evidently wanted to share the joy of music, nor encourage me to explore my own musical expression. From what I've seen and experienced, Herbert wants his students to learn, have fun, and discover all that piano music has to offer. He and Doris, who is welcoming and supportive, have created a musical gem in the South Bay.

Practiced with Herbert for many years. Not only is he a fantastic teacher, but also a great mentor…read moreand role model. The quality of education here is outstanding, and Herbert knows how to keep people interested and motivated. Highly recommend Hyperium Conservatory for all ages and experience levels.

Love Pops!! I have had students throughout the years who have participated in their many great…read moreprograms! They offer students incredible training and performance experience, and they are such an important part of the South Bay community! Highest recommendations!

My daughters have been a part of POPS for the past 5 years. They have both performed in my-stage…read moreplays (small stage for those new to acting), then mini-pops (7-11 years on the big stage), and my oldest is now in Rising Stars (ages 12+). Between the two of them we've probably been involved in 20 different POPs productions and our girls have learned so much. Regardless of role, in each production the girls have felt valued, developed wonderful friendships, learned teamwork, and the value of hard work! In addition to the productions, POPS also has great training classes for Acting, Voice, and Dance of which we've tried several. The owners, Julia and Mark Mirkovich, have worked to build an amazing youth theater company where the productions are outstanding. The producers, directors, and teachers Hazel, Ashley, Chloe, Evie, and Marcela work so hard with the kids to teach and support the kids as they learn about theater. If your kids want to try musical theater, POPs is a great place to check out!

What a fun place to visit. I enjoyed my interaction with the owner, Cordi who has a passion for…read moremusic. I came here to sell a violin on consignment and found myself chatting with Cordi about all things music, she was a pleasure to interact with. If you are looking for an instrument - ANY instrument, they will be happy to help you find it. NOT a high pressure store, just a place that wants to pair a musician with an instrument. As mentioned, this is a great location for buying consignment instruments, in particular those with strings. They have a wonderful price range, which will appeal to beginning musicians and even professionals, The Strings Connection has something for everyone and Cordi will certainly be happy to assist you with your search - don't hesitate to call for more details.

Cordi! Is the best violin teacher ever! She taught me violin at a very young age and helped me get…read moreaccepted into the San Louis Obispo Orchestra. I no longer play the violin however what Cordi taught me has allowed me to help my daughter with her piano practice and will stick with me forever. Warning you won't want to take lessons with anyone else once you have a lesson with Cordi!

My daughter has had a wonderful experience at this school. While competition is part of the…read moreprogram, it's about much more than that. Dancers have many opportunities to perform throughout the year, and there's also a competitive team track for those who want to pursue that path. It helps the kids grow and improve while never losing the joy of dancing. They also host camps open to students from any studio that combine dance with Irish music, art, language, and culture, making it a really fun and immersive experience. Erin is an incredible teacher. In addition to her deep knowledge of Irish dance, she is also an LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor), which really shows in the supportive, confidence-building environment she creates for the dancers.

As an older adult new to Irish dance, I've had a great first few weeks learning from Erin. The…read morewhole experience is so wonderful ... the music, the camaraderie, and the workout overall (and thanks for the modifications)! I've also enjoyed learning about the history of the dances and how they've evolved over the years.