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WL Jack Howard Theatre

4.6 ★★★★★ 142 Google reviews · Ballet school in Monroe, Louisiana

Venue for ballet shows and other events such as concerts, plays and dance recitals.

Plan your first class

  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Phone (318) 329-2225
  • Website & schedule yourciviccenter.org — enroll and see the live class schedule

What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 142 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 8 mentions

“Very wonderful play the theatre's had snacks, drinks, and popcorn along with gifts of a variety sort for the performers and it was easy parking.”

clean, beautiful studio 3 mentions

“The bathroom were nice and clean close to entrance for easy access.”

From the reviews

Went to the Price Is Right show. Plenty of security. Personal were very helpful & friendly. Usher made sure we had the right seats. Security made sure people did not use their phones. I would definitely attend another show again! Such a fun night!!

★★★★★ — S, Apr 2023

Very wonderful play the theatre's had snacks, drinks, and popcorn along with gifts of a variety sort for the performers and it was easy parking. The bathroom were nice and clean close to entrance for easy access.

★★★★★ — Jennie, Jun 2025

Twin city ballet put on an amazing performance of the Nutcracker. Absolutely loved it! Breakfast included all for $20

★★★★★ — Chickiedee64, Dec 2025

I went to see my 5-year-old granddaughters recital there I had a wonderful time very nice place

★★★★☆ — Darselle, May 2026

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Your first ballet class at WL Jack Howard 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 WL Jack Howard Theatre

401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expy, Monroe, LA71201

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