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Stage Door Dance Productions
4.9 ★★★★★ 47 Google reviews · Ballet school in Raleigh, North Carolina
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
- Ages classes for ages 2–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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
- Phone (919) 720-3036
- Website & schedule stagedoordance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“I attended a Performing Arts School for 14 years (4-18 years old) and it was literally the best and most identity-shaping experience of my childhood.”
“Jana is the tiny dancer whisperer and even the most shy and separation anxiety filled toddler (and parent) are walking back no problem after the second class!”
“I also recommend the intensive training program (ITP) and summer intensive series.”
“While we were a part of the stage door dance family my daughter was diagnosed with autism.”
What families & students say
“She absolutely loves her lessons and her instructors. Amazing facility with amazing professionals.”
“My daughter has participated in two Recitalpaloozas thus far, and I have seen her level of talent, technique, and confidence improve during this time.”
“My daughter has participated in two Recitalpaloozas thus far, and I have seen her level of talent, technique, and confidence improve during this time.”
“We love the program and SDD’s focus on using top-quality dance training and performance as a vehicle for personal development and community engagement.”
“The company is extremely organized and the communication is top tier (I haven't gone more than a day without a response to an inquiry).”
“- Community: Above all else, Chasta (SDD Owner & Artistic Director) fosters a sense of community through Stage Door and her mission is clearly communicated.”
From the reviews
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I can't say enough wonderful things about SDD! My daughter has been dancing at the studio since 2011 and every year I'm amazed at her growth as a dancer and leader. Ms.
I highly recommend this studio. Our daughter has been dancing and doing acro with SDD for 4 years. We love the program and SDD’s focus on using top-quality dance training and performance as a vehicle for personal development and community engagement.
Stage Door Dance has been an amazing experience for my daughter. At the age of 3, she began the combination class that included both tap and ballet, and hasn't stopped dancing since. The company is extremely organized and the communication is top tier (I haven't gone more than a day without a response to an inquiry).
Your first ballet class at Stage Door Dance Productions
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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