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Kaleidoscope Dance
4.8 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · Ballet school in Evanston, Illinois
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 $31 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (847) 679-7842
- Website & schedule kaleidoscopedance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30 AM–6 PM |
The programs they offer
“My daughter who is 4 really enjoyed her summer session and is now taking a combo dance class (Hip Hop & Ballet) that she just adores.”
What families & students say
“The fact that she can attend both classes back-to-back with her favorite instructor is absolutely wonderful.”
“From the owner Heather to the front desk team to the instructors, it’s just so friendly and welcoming and well-run.”
“My daughter absolutely loves every class she’s had and her instructors!”
“The environment has always been so incredibly warm and inviting; it's truly been a second family for us.”
“The teachers are all so well suited to the different age ranges, and the studio commits so much to high quality performances.”
“From the owner Heather to the front desk team to the instructors, it’s just so friendly and welcoming and well-run.”
From the reviews
As a brother of a former dancer, growing up, I hated going to the recitals. It was two hours of my time where I had to sit still and watch my sister dance to these funky songs. But as I got older and matured, I realized that watching all the dances was a privilege.
My daughter has been a student at Keleidoscope for 3 years. It has been a wonderful experience. She LOVES dancing. The facilities are great. They have one way glass windows and television monitors so parents can enjoy watching their children during the entire class without distracting them.
My daughter went to one class during "bring a friend week" and we all absolutely fell in love with Kaleidocope Dance! The staff is so friendly and the teachers are amazing! My daughter looks forward to her class every week ♥
My child has attended classes and camps for 6 years and we’ve had nothing but a positive experience. The teachers are kind and encouraging. It has classes and experiences for students that are just there to have fun and those who are interested in a more focused dance environment.
Adult ballet at Kaleidoscope Dance
Kaleidoscope Dance runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at Kaleidoscope Dance
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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