What is Dance Musical Theatre?
Musical Theatre dance is a dynamic style that combines jazz, ballet, and contemporary movements inspired by Broadway and West End productions.
Our dance-focused classes emphasize the choreography elements of musical theatre without the acting or singing components. Children learn stylized dance sequences, character-driven movement, and performance skills that bring musical stories to life through dance.
Dancers Taught
Years Experience
Dance Shows
Weekly Classes
Our Contemporary Dance Classes
What to Expect in Our Classes
Our kids' musical theatre dance classes are designed to be fun, engaging, and educational. Here's a glimpse of what your child can expect:
- Warm-Up: Energetic exercises to prepare the body and mind for movement.
- Technique Practice: Learning jazz, ballet, and theatrical dance fundamentals.
- Choreography: Developing dance routines inspired by famous musicals and productions.
- Creative Activities: Character-based movement, expressive dance storytelling, and themed choreography.
- Cool-Down: Stretching and relaxation to wrap up each class.
Benefits of Musical Theatre Dance
Musical theatre dance offers numerous advantages for children:
- Physical Development: Improves coordination, rhythm, stamina, and spatial awareness.
- Emotional Growth: Encourages character expression and builds confidence through performance.
- Social Skills: Fosters teamwork, communication, and friendships.
- Artistic Creativity: Develops a love for musical storytelling through dance, inspiring artistic exploration.
Kids Musical Theatre Dance FAQ's
What should my child wear?
Comfortable clothing is ideal. Uniforms are optional for those who want to feel part of our dance family.
Can boys join the classes?
Absolutely! Our classes are open to everyone.
Is there a grading system?
No, we focus on encouragement and constructive feedback rather than formal grading and "box ticking"
Are parents allowed to watch?
Parents are welcome to attend our biannual performances. Regular classes are designed to be a focused environment for students.
Meet Our Teacher
After receiving a scholarship award for her BA (Hons) Performing Arts: Contemporary Dance degree studied at The University of Brighton, Jade returned to Buckingham to build UP! Dance Collaborations.
Alongside confidence building, teamwork and performance skills, Jade's passions lie within the creative processes and choreography in Contemporary dance. She believes in developing the dancers own styles and personalities, allowing them to flourish by giving encouragement, constructive feedback and providing a safe environment for expression.
