Adagio Dance Company

About Adagio Dance Company

Adagio Dance Company, located in Fresno, California, is dedicated to providing a rigorous, performance-based dance training program for aspiring artists of all ages. Under the guidance of a distinguished team of instructors, Adagio nurtures talent from beginner stages to advanced technical proficiency, focusing on developing strong, healthy technique, thoughtful artistry, mental resilience, and a supportive learning environment. The studio offers a diverse range of dance styles, including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Musical Theater, Lyrical, and Hip Hop. The accomplished teaching staff includes Marlee Carrier-Schmitz, founder and choreographer, who brings extensive experience training and instructing dancers from two to eighty years old. Victoria Perez excels in modern, lyrical, contemporary, and jazz, emphasizing the connection between emotion and movement. Nationally ranked dancer Miz-Unique Slater teaches jazz, contemporary, and hip hop, while Crystal Snively specializes in tap, jazz, and lyrical. Lourdes Orozco leads ballet instruction, Giselle Vue contributes cheer and tumbling expertise, and A.J. Lacuesta teaches hip-hop and elementary social dancing. Amanda Evans rounds out the team with instruction in jazz, tap, lyrical, and contemporary. Adagio Dance Company eschews typical recital or recreational classes, prioritizing consistent, year-round progress and artistry. Auditions are utilized to ensure each dancer is placed in a setting that offers both challenge and encouragement, fostering confidence and resilience. The company is deeply committed to cultivating not only skilled dancers but also well-rounded, confident individuals through patient instruction and steady, intentional training. Adagio aims to make dance accessible, inspiring, and rooted in excellence and self-love.

Styles offered at Adagio Dance Company