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Hancock Performing Arts Center

4.7 ★★★★★ 212 Google reviews · Ballet school in Kiln, Mississippi

Kids & teens

Spacious auditorium and theater hosting performances ranging from ballet to plays and recitals.

Plan your first class

  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Phone (228) 255-6247
  • Website & schedule hancockschools.net — enroll and see the live class schedule

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Hancock Performing Arts Center, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 7 mentions

“Great acoustics small enough to have a good view of the children on the stage -nice area in front inside for gathering and pics before and after events”

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Teen Ballet 2 mentions

“We were here for a Military Celebration for Veterans Day that was out on by the Youth ROTC detachment along with the High School Band.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 212 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 24 mentions

“This is one of the best venues to attend plays, musicals, and other performing arts.”

clean, beautiful studio 11 mentions

“Beautiful facility and the show Spoon Full of Sugar was spectacular”

From the reviews

This is a beautiful facility! Our daughter and I had our ballet performance at this performing arts center. Everything from the backstage areas (including ample space and dressing areas) to the stage, sound, lighting, and audience seating was wonderful.

★★★★☆ — Larry, Jun 2018

Wonderful Arts Center. My performed her first dance recital here. The seats were comfortable and the stage was large and perfect for these types of recitals. However, the parking was sparse for such as large building that could hold a lot of people.

★★★★☆ — Bryant, Jun 2019

Really enjoyed attending my granddaughter's play here ( the building is really nice), Cinderella!, the cast did a phenomenal job in their performances💯. The staff was extremely helpful....kudos to everyone who was a part of this production 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

★★★★★ — Erica, Apr 2023

The performances today were awesome. Thank you for providing a place were our children can perform in a safe environment. The seating allows you to see everything going on up on stage rather in the front or wayed in the back. That is awesome!

★★★★★ — Sharolyn, Feb 2019

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Your first ballet class at Hancock Performing Arts Center

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.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Hancock Performing Arts Center

7140 Stennis Airport Rd, Kiln, MS39556

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