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4.8 (42 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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** FIRST PLACE WINNERS! ** Congratulations to the "Prodigy" Kids of Rising Stars Performing Arts.
J C _.

** FIRST PLACE WINNERS! ** Congratulations to the "Prodigy" Kids of Rising Stars Performing Arts for winning the Grand Prize Award at St. Martha's Got Talent Show!! These exceptionally talented children lived up to the name "Prodigy" as they showcased their show-stopping singing and dancing abilities for all of us to enjoy! Special thanks to their teacher Miss Lulu whose dedication has inspired each of these children to become much more confident in performing and in life. -And to Miss Aurora for all her support, encouragement, and for making Rising Stars a place we truly look forward to visiting every week. ** FIVE STARS **

With her Prodigy group at Knotts Berry Farm performances
Gladys A.

My daughter Amelia started with Rising Stars at 5 years old. It's been a game changing for almost 5 years. She grew up tremendously. Classes are very flexible when it comes to scheduling and make ups. We love all the teachers from her piano, dance and voice. I can't thank enough Ms. Aurora and Ms Lulu for trusting Amelia's as well as to her teachers. My daughter started to gain confidence not just in performing but in speaking in public in which she carries over academically. Being one of the members of the Prodigy girl group is also been a huge part of Amelia's self-confidence and improvements from trusting herself and believing with her group. She started in a Glee group class and now also part of the All Stars group since the class was created. She learns a lot from speaking in front of others, acting up impromptu, dancing, acting and modeling. Of all her classes my daughter's taking since day one she doesn't seem to get tired because she loves the teachers and enjoy being in the lessons and practices. What we love most of this studio is helping their students to their potential not just learning the key in the piano but far more than what you expect. Highly recommended Rising Stars

Mohammed N.

Service was good. Environment was good. Pretty cool performing arts place pretty nice too

Christmas Recital at the Santa Ana Zoo
Carolyn V.

My daughter has been with Rising Stars for almost 2 years now. She was a little over 5 years old when she first started with Ms. Lulu's glee class. This class is truly amazing!! The kids not only learn how to sing and dance, but they also learn effective communication skills such as public speaking. My daughter has become so much more confident in speaking in front of an audience because of what Ms. Lulu has taught her. The kids are given so many different kinds of assignments and projects to keep their creative juices flowing. Such projects include virtual talent shows, commercial challenges, lip sync battles, cooking shows, fashion shows and many more. Ms. Lulu is always encouraging the kids to develop their presentation and performance skills by engaging them in these activities. She truly cares about the kids and their learning experiences. Ms. Lulu is also my daughter's voice teacher. She plays a big role in helping develop my daughter's voice while also incorporating performance skills and stage presence. My daughter has improved so much and this wouldn't have been possible without Ms. Lulu's teaching. Daniel is one of the choreographers for the glee class and he is also amazing! He breaks down the dance routines for the kids so that they are easier to follow. The kids have a lot of fun learning to dance with Daniel. Ms. Vanessa is my daughter's piano teacher and she, too, is amazing. She is sweet, kind, and patient. My daughter has learned so much under her guidance. Finally, Ms. Aurora is probably one of the sweetest person I have met. She runs the studio but she is still actively involved in the students' learning. You will see her every now and then peeking through the window and watching the kids. Ms. Aurora and her son created and produced a musical for the summer theater program and the kids thoroughly enjoyed it! I highly recommended this studio!!! There is so much to gain and so much to learn from all the teachers!!! The classes are so much fun and everyone treats you like family.

Rhea C.

It has been a year since we joined Rising Stars. Summer of 2021 was when we first came across Rising Stars. At first, our intention was to look for an activity that our daughter could enjoy over the summer hence, we enrolled her in private voice lessons with Ms. Talar. Ms. Talar is a great teacher! My daughter loved attending lessons and really learned a lot from her including warm-up routines, different exercises to improve vocal range and breathing techniques. Aside from her private lessons, she also had the chance to be a part of last year's summer program which I think was called "Heroes of Harmony". In the said program she was able to sing with other kids, act, and she even did a duet with one of the girls in the group. Then, we stopped going to the studio when school officially started. After a month (or two) we received a call/ text from Ms. Aurora asking if we wanted to try Glee. We didn't know what to expect but did it anyway and to my surprise, our daughter enjoyed every minute of it! A year later, and we're still here. Not to hyperbolize this narrative, but putting my daughter in glee class has been one of the best decisions ever! Aside from being in glee, she is now doing private voice lessons with Ms. Lulu and Hip-Hop class with Chasity & Ianna. Ms. Lulu has helped my daughter understand how to use proper breath support, how to project her voice, increase vocal range and improve stage presence. Above all, my daughter's training with Ms. Lulu (voice) and Chasity & Ianna (Dance) has helped release her inhibitions, develop self-confidence and improve social skills. If I may add, Ms. Aurora is one of the sweetest and kindest people I have ever met! Thank you for introducing Glee to us. We highly recommend this studio!

This screenshot proves that this school is disorganized, cancelling class and performances last minute.

So rising stars flagged my post and told Yelp I was never a customer. I have Zelle receipts and can post those too. Red flag: if the owner's daughter (and teacher at this school) has to flag down honest reviews exposing her unprofessional, tacky behavior by being dishonest and telling Yelp I was never a customer isn't already a concern for potential customers, let me enlighten you further... Lulu is a disaster! She is highly disorganized and utterly unprofessional. She canceled multiple shows last minute, after we had already told our family about the event. She told my kid's class they were performing at the West Covina spring festival. The kids practiced for weeks! Mine practiced at home almost everyday to prepare. I texted Aurora (her mom and the owner) the day before the event asking for the exact time they would be performing, and only then did I and other parents find out that it was canceled (not the event, just our slot). The same thing happened with the Chinese New Year performance for Walnut and other performances. Do you guys not understand that we tell our families and friends about events like these? No? Or is it just that you don't value our time and patronage? We were in this class for four months and it took her 3.5 months to add me to the WhatsApp chat after telling me multiple times she would do it. The screenshot message is from the day we all came to class on a Friday afternoon to find the studio closed. Multiple parents texted her and found out then and there that she was in Hawaii!! Her excuse was that it was her dads birthday and she decided not to get a sub! Ummm okay? Why couldn't you tell us any other time before you were already in Hawaii and we had driven all the way to the studio? Pretty sure you've known your dads birthday and vacation were coming up . Lol. Again, proof they have no respect for their paying customers' time and patronage. After this incident, I texted Aurora and expressed that I was done, and that our experience was disappointing to say the least. I asked for a pro rata refund for the class, and she obliged. I would have left it at that. Then Lulu texted me a flurry of drunk-like messages talking about "the daughter is the problem just like the mom." Lmao. She wouldnt dare say that to my Face. To stoop so low as talking crap on a 7 year old child (who btw worshipped her) proves how tacky and unprofessional she is. Ironically enough, she "the daughter" is the problem and NOT her mom. Too bad she has to drag her mom's business down with her. I can be real petty and post a video (or several) of you (Lulu) singing off key so parents can make informed decisions of whether or not they want their kids to take singing lessons with someone who can't hold a note. Anyways, I don't play about my daughter. Now you know. Finally if you, as a parent reading this, think that this is an isolated incident, and that she wouldn't possibly behave that way towards you and your child-- I urge you to reconsider. What these screenshots demonstrate is character- or lack thereof. Someone who would verbally attack a child out of drunken rage is NOT fit to teach children at any capacity. At least not mine-- what you accept for your child is up to you.

We have been with RSPA since Feb 2020 and I would say with certainty that it has been a great experience for my daughter and for us as parents, to see her build her self-confidence and character and improve her talents/skills while she shines on stage. My daughter is with Ms. Lulu's Glee class where they get trained with singing, dancing, acting, modelling, public speaking, script read through, product presentation and hosting. Ms Lulu spend a considerable extra time for practices during the week outside of our usual schedule to train these kids when she knows that they need more time to learn and gain that skill and confidence needed on stage, which we really appreciate. When outdoor events started coming back, she was a busy bee scheduling events and activities so the kids can showcase their talents and keep them active and flourishing. She is an amazing and a very caring teacher. The 1st event that my daughter participated in was at a prestigious fashion show at the Sheraton. And I was surprised on how good she was at the runway! She was so confident and graceful and I didn't know how much she loved the limelight until that day! She is quite shy on a normal day. And she told me that it was the best day ever and wished she could do it over and over again! Hearing this from her made me feel that all the effort and time and money spent was all worth it. We have been to a lot of events after that and celebrated holidays together with the other kids and parents at the studio like a family, and all of them creates beautiful memories we would cherish in the future. We love everybody here as they are all good, friendly, helpful and talented. We highly recommend this place to anymore who wants to see their child grow in extra-academic activities.

Miss Philippines USA "likha" fashion show
Anne B.

We have been with Rising Stars for almost a year now and I couldnt be happier that I enrolled my daughter with them. She takes her private vocals with Ms Lulu. Ms Lulu is the best teacher, coach, mentor ever. From the first time I met her I knew she can train my daughter really well. She pours her heart out everytime and she pushes all the kids to be their best. My daughter is also in the glee class where they get trained singing, dancing as a group to be a total performer! Recently they started the summer program for kids where they trained the kids to sing, dance, model, act and a lot more to be a total entertainer in front of a crowd!!! These kids are given a lot of opportunity to perform in big events. My daughter had the opportunity to perform twice already at Miss Philippines USA and she also modelled for them twice already, they also get to perform in different shows with a lot of talented artist!!!! Im so thankful for my Rising stars family for the best training my daughter gets through them. My daughter just love to be at the studio all the time and she enjoys all the performances that they have.

Six Sense performing at the Fullerton College Theater

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Ask the Community - Rising Stars Performing Arts

Do you offer Saxophone Lessons?

Not at this time.

Hi Do you have hip hop classes for kids and if so what is the youngest you accept?

Yes, we offer hiphop for kids from 7-12 years old

What's the cost basis for adult singing lessons?

Our private voice lessons is $150, 30 minutes each lesson, 4x in a month.

Are the dancing rooms available for hourly rental? I am looking for a place to host fencing classes for kids.

We don't rent our rooms at this time.

Do you choreograph quince dances?

Yes, we choreograph quince dances.

Hello, do you have ballet classes for 3 years old?

We offer introductory ballet for ages 4-7.

Hi, how much you charge for the hip hop dance class? And how many times a month?

Our hiphop is $260 every 10 weeks, 1 hour once a week.

Hello how much are you in person class for 4 and 5 year old ? Once a week?

Our group ballet/jazz for ages 4-7 is $260 every 10 weeks, 1hour each week.

Hello, are you opening for in person class right now ? Or it will be only through Zoom? I am interested to enroll both my kids

Hello and thank you for your interest. Hope you are having Happy New Year =)… 

Is this ideal for an 18 year old looking to start piano?

I would say Mrs. Aurora has the skill to teach anyone at any age. She is top notch

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Not to hyperbolize this narrative, but putting my daughter in glee class has been one of the best decisions ever!

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Hālau Hula a Kawika lāua ʻO Leinani

Hālau Hula a Kawika lāua ʻO Leinani

4.4
(12 reviews)
2.6 mi

I know for most people cold treat are a summer thing, but for us it's an year round thing. Today I…read moretried the pep boy. I loved the coconut / pineapple ice cream. I was nicely surprised. I usually make my own or share with someone. I feel like I'll be ordering this one the next time I cone out here.

For my 40th birthday party I threw a Hawaiian luau at my house! The party wouldn't have been a…read moresuccess without great food, live Hawaiian music and dancers! Kawika was easy to work with and very friendly. He told me he hadn't actually thrown a back yard luau in a long time because he gets booked up with corporate gigs so much. I felt honored his troop was able to accommodate me. I had a little idea of what his group did, but when the young man came out and started blowing on the conch shell, I knew we were in for a treat! The music was amazing! So pleasing to the soul and expertly performed. I've been to Hawaii numerous times and this was on par or better than anything I heard on my previous trips. While they were setting up I had Hawaiian music playing and I overheard Kawika singing along with it... Such an amazing voice. His son was equally impressive. When the dancers came out everyone gasped with awe! The had various costume changes and audience participation. It was my first time doing hula... And it showed! Thankfully I had a few glasses of liquid courage to get me to shake my bum! If you're considering a luau you should definitely consider this group! I was told Kawika also does the music at Trader Sam's at Downtown Disney! Next time I'm visiting the happiest place on earth I'm going to stop by!

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Chamango Sweet, spicy, Mango flavored Shaved Ice with Tajin seasoning and Chamoy.
Chamango Sweet, spicy, Mango flavored Shaved Ice with Tajin seasoning and Chamoy.
The pep boy.Tigers Blood (Strawberry Coconut), Pineapple, with Coconut Pineapple ice cream. This has to be my favorite so far.
The pep boy.Tigers Blood (Strawberry Coconut), Pineapple, with Coconut Pineapple ice cream. This has to be my favorite so far.
A little over 100 people in my yard!

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A little over 100 people in my yard!
The Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire

The Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire

3.7
(497 reviews)
6.9 mi

COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this event. Some of the staff wears a mask. All…read morevisitors are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. There are some hand sanitizers available for visitors to use. This place is open and available with no limited capacity. They are not sanitizing in between visitors. I mention these things in my reviews for the sake of protecting immunocompromised people like the elderly and people sick with cancer and other illnesses. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This event currently does not require proof of vaccination. While I was here several months ago, I asked if they had any special offers and they weren't offering any at the moment. They also do not allow pets in their event UNLESS it's a service animal. Parking: The parking lot for this establishment is pretty massive. When you enter the grounds, turn left. There you will be directed to pay for parking ($15 for regular cars - general parking, $30 for VIP parking, $23 for RVs and limos, and $38 for buses) and where to park. As mentioned by my excellent buddy, Justin, parking for handicapped individuals freaking suck. Whoever organized this event sucks. Handicapped parking is in lot 3, which is hella far away from the event. You would think it would be much closer to the event, but noooooo. Some idiot organized it to be like this. Why?!?! Please make the entrance closer to the handicapped parking lot in the future. That would make a lot of sense. They take cash and credit cards. Event: The festival offers immersive 14 - 17 century Elizabethan-era entertainment, jousting tournaments, artisanal shopping, and medieval food like turkey legs. The event itself was very fun and entertaining. I had a great time with my close friend. I highly encourage anyone who attends to dress up. If you don't, you will stick out like a very sore and ugly thumb. If you do dress up, costume weapons must be sheathed and peace tied. Also, wear comfy shoes. There is soooooo much walking. It's also hella dusty at this event, which is lowkey on point with ye - old England. To add on, when Justin and I attended this event in mid May, the weather was soooo on point because it was gloomy and overcast. This is exactly how I imagined old timey England during the renaissance. You can absolutely bring food and drinks into the event, but they cannot be picnic food, food that requires heating or refrigeration, alcohol, anything in glass containers, and coolers. You can bring water, but it cannot be opened yet. Or you can bring an empty reusable water bottle for it to be filled up at the event. There are plenty of bathrooms (porta potties and hand washing stations) at this event. Note: While at the event, we didn't see any refillable water bottle stations. Where were they hiding? Food: My bestie and I got the tri tip sandwich and french fries. Honestly, coming into this event, I already knew that the food was gonna be mid. Lmao I had low expectations for the food because I wasn't really there for the food. Plus, I guess this was also kinda lowkey on point with the renaissance era in England because food in that time period was also mid. Lol I was primarily there for the medieval vibes and jousting, which delivered in spades. I would honestly go every year just for the medieval vibes and jousting. Screw the food there. Anyways, the tri tip sandwich was overly priced with a meager amount of meat in the sandwich in a sad ass hot dog bun. It was more of a sad- wich. This is why I removed one star. Flavor wise, it was okay. My friend knows that I'm not the biggest fan of anything BBQ, but I'll eat it anyways. The fries that we got were plentiful for the price point and it was very crunchy. I was disappointed when it wasn't really salted, which made it taste bland TBH. I should also note that the tri tip sandwich and fries were cold by the time we sat down and ate them because we spent like 10 - 15 minutes walking around and finding a place to eat. Don't be like us. Eat your food while it's hot. Staff: The staff here are very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. They accept both cash and credit cards. There is no credit card minimum. Still, cash is king at this event. Many vendors only take cash, so bring at least $100 per person.

One of my favorite places to go! Came on a day where the weather was nice and got a good spot for…read moreall the shows. The event is rain or shine, so bring sunscreen and umbrellas. The only thing I wish would improve is bringing back more craftsmen. A lot of jewelry vendors do drop shipping now, so if you're looking for one of a kind or good jewelry, you have to watch out and be careful.

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The Renaissance Pleasure Faire where they return you to Medieval Times of yesteryear. Entertainment, Food & Merch.in Irwindale CA. May 2023

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Dancecapade

Dancecapade

4.4
(26 reviews)
2.7 mi

Dancecapade provides a variety of classes, for example ballet, jazz, lyrical, tumbling, cheers,…read morek-pop, hip hop, and more. My daughter started to dance here since kindergarten and at age 10 she takes 8 classes per week and wants more. That's how much she enjoys being at Dancecapade

Keeping it 100%, as I always do! Came here as a kid and came BACK as an adult with my child... says…read morea lot! Best all around studio! And here is a long list of why, so get your coffee, tea, boba and snacks. ~ All the teachers here, love kids of all ages and are TRAINED in their genre! I mean that is obviously one of the most important reasons as to why you would learn anything from anyone right? You want to learn swimming, tennis, piano whatever.. you want TRAINED professionals! ~ Merit - now I'm all about giving new places a chance, right? That's why I yelp, but this place has been in business for 22+ years without advertisement only by word of mouth... say what?!?! ~ Now idk if you watch the show 'Dance Moms" or something like that (its been a min), but those moms and kiddos be ... a little cray cray... I don't feel that craziness here. Kids and families here are definitely being trained well and properly, without the extra drama bs. You know why? Cause the owner (Alice) gives it to you straight, no BS included. Plus the moms here that I've met so far are really nice and the kids are really enjoying dancing. A big contributing factor is the culture that is set here in the studio. ~ I like how the instructors pick songs that are AGE APPROPRIATE, outfits and costumes that are AGE APPROPRIATE, dance moves and choreography that are AGE APPROPRIATE! The kids on the dance team here encourage each other and are happy when their teammates succeed and carry a level of class in their mannerism. They are kids right? Let them have fun but let them also be shaped and disciplined in their character to excel and to excel well. ~ They have a huge showcase every year, which is really nice... cause that means I don't have to go to an ADDITIONAL show during Christmas, End of the School Year, or whatever random holiday that appears now and days. ~ They have FATHER AND DAUGHTER DANCES!! HOW FREAKING SPECIAL IS THAT!!!! *que tears* ~ Kids like the instructors here and they aren't the I'll give you whatever you ask for kind of teachers either... need I say more? ~I've been to quite a few studios in the area and in the OC but I have always made my way back here and thought... if I have kids who want to dance, I'd bring them here. AND HERE I AM!!! ~ The only downside is that they don't have a Mother and Son dance yet... I'm working on that... LOL I could go on but I think you get the point.

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My daughter has been going to Dancecapade since Kindergarten. She has had so much fun and made so many friends here.
My daughter has been going to Dancecapade since Kindergarten. She has had so much fun and made so many friends here.
Good thing they allow unlimited classes once you take more than 7 classes per week
Good thing they allow unlimited classes once you take more than 7 classes per week
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