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Renaissance Theatre

4.8 ★★★★★ 836 Google reviews · Ballet school in Mansfield, Ohio

Kids & teens

A fully restored historic movie palace featuring theater, music, dance & comedy performances.

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The programs they offer

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

What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 836 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 7 mentions

“From the performance, costumes, lighting, sound and everything done behind the scenes it was wonderful!”

From the reviews

I went to see mama mia on Sunday.May 3rd and I loved it.It was the best show I ever seen at the Renaissance theater I would love to see more shows like this Come to the renaissance theater. If you are one of the lucky people that got to see this performance at the Renaissance theater.

★★★★★ — Jane, May 2026

The building is definitely showing it's age but that goes to show we should support it! Saw my first show there and I will be going back. Our site line was not great but I hear they are getting new seats very soon. The talent here is amazing. Treasure and appreciate what you have Richland county.

★★★★★ — Robert, Mar 2026

A Fabulous night with friends and good music. I could have done without the very long guitar runs. A little too much for me. More songs instead. The facility is beautiful. We are lucky to have such elegance in the Mansfield area. The volunteers were awesome! Prayers to all those involved to make it a good night.

★★★★★ — Linda, Apr 2025

Friendly staff, wonderful performance, costumes were fantastic! Snacks and drinks available. The only issue I had was with the seating, there's hardly any wiggle room everything was so close together. There wasn't a spot to put drinks so I was in a tight spot and hands full. Other than that everything else was perfect!

★★★★★ — Melody, Dec 2025

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Your first ballet class at Renaissance Theatre

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 Renaissance Theatre

138 Park Ave W, Mansfield, OH44903

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