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Backstage Dance Company
4 ★★★★☆ 30 Google reviews · Ballet school in Knoxville, Tennessee
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Class price classes around $20 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 865-524-2300
- Website & schedule backstagedanceco.net — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughters’ teachers been exceptional, everyone there is friendly and helpful, and communication is very thorough.”
What families & students say
“Supportive staff, that provide a personalized experience for each dancer with a focus on long term success in dance and in life.”
“Minus 1-star because of the never-ending focus on recitals, but that seems to be the story at all these dance studios.”
“We highly recommend this to any serious dancers looking for a serious dance studio.”
“My daughters’ teachers been exceptional, everyone there is friendly and helpful, and communication is very thorough.”
“They have taught her poise, confidence and a love for dance.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been attending BDC for 7 years (since 2009) and has received exceptional instruction. They have taught her poise, confidence and a love for dance. In reference to the negative review, there are extra fees at every studio you go to.
Both of our daughters have taken classes here. This studio is better organized than others in the area, which is a big plus. Being able to watch the kids on a monitor during class is also nice. Minus 1-star because of the never-ending focus on recitals, but that seems to be the story at all these dance studios.
This is our second year with Backstage and we have loved it! My daughters’ teachers been exceptional, everyone there is friendly and helpful, and communication is very thorough. I also think that their pricing is very reasonable and competitive. Looking forward to another great season with them!
Just moved to Knoxville from Los Angeles . I was apprehensive to find a dance studio for my daughter who has danced at some of the best studios in LA but Talia, and the entire team at backstage dance were so welcoming, accommodating and over the top hospitable to my daughter.
Your first ballet class at Backstage Dance Company
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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