The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy - Dance studio in Cheshire, Connecticut
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The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy

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1484 Highland Avenue

Cheshire, Connecticut 06410

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 4:30 - 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 4:30 - 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 4:30 - 9:00 PM
  • Thursday: 4:30 - 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 4:30 - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
8 programs

About The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy

The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy (CPAA), nestled in Cheshire, Connecticut, is a premier destination for aspiring dancers of all ages seeking to foster a passion for movement and the performing arts. CPAA offers a diverse and comprehensive curriculum encompassing foundational styles such as Ballet, Tap, and Jazz, alongside expressive forms like Lyrical, Modern, Contemporary, and energetic genres like Hip Hop. The academy also provides specialized training in Acrobatics and Musical Theater, ensuring a well-rounded dance education. Students benefit from expert instruction led by accomplished faculty including Erin Brady, Cheri Forbush, Annabella Hartog, Ava Houle, Jillian McNamara, Aliza Kennelly, Christa Loubier, Stacey Richetelli, and Angie Santamorena. CPAA emphasizes building strong reputations as dedicated, hard-working role models within a nurturing environment. Beyond regular classes, the academy features a dedicated Competition Team, offering advanced dancers opportunities to perform and compete at higher levels. The Annual Recital serves as a celebrated culmination of student progress, bringing the vibrant dance community together. Honoring the legacy of founder Erin Brady, the Erin Brady Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to young dancers. Private lessons are also available for personalized instruction. CPAA is committed to providing excellent care and attention, ensuring students receive the finest instruction and a rich learning environment.

Styles offered at The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy

Programs from The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy

8 programs available

Classes

Adult Classes

Dancing is for all ages! We currently offer tap class for adults. Whether you are advancing, brushing up on your skills, or trying it for the first time, we love to have adults learning and having fun in these fun upbeat classes.

Acro

Our Acro classes focus on learning the fundamentals of acro. This high energy class is great for dancers looking for a fun and energetic dance outlet that includes acrobatics! All dancers will perform one dance in our annual recital and will have one costume.

Hip Hop Classes

Our Hip Hop classes focus on learning the fundamentals of hip hop and street jazz technique. This high energy class is great for dancers looking for a fun and energetic dance outlet! Dancers will perform one dance in our Annual Recital and will have one costume.

12 & Over Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Lyrical, Modern/Contemporary Classes

Dancers will be learning more in depth steps and terminology in both styles. We use of fun, age appropriate music to engage the young dancers’ minds and bodies. All dancers will perform one dance per class taken with one costume for each for our Annual Recital.

Ballet, Tap, Jazz Classes

One hour classes in ballet, tap, and jazz. Dancers will be learning more in depth steps and terminology in all three styles. We use fun, age appropriate music to engage the young dancers’ minds and bodies. All dancers will perform one dance and one costume per style chosen in our Annual Recital.

Ballet/Tap/Jazz Combination Classes

A 1.5 hour age specific class containing ballet, tap and jazz/creative movement. The purpose of the class is to introduce young dancers to the three styles of dance and inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminology in all three styles. We use of fun, age appropriate music engages the young dancers’ minds and bodies. All dancers will perform three dances in our Annual Recital and will have three costumes.

Ballet/Tap and Ballet/Tap/Jazz Combination Classes

A one hour introductory dance class containing ballet, tap, and creative movement. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction and imitate movement in a positive environment. Engaging music is used to get these little dancers inspired to move. The use of props such as Twinkle bears and hula hoops, enables the young dancers to use their imagination, creativity and most of all, have fun! All dancers will perform two dances in our Annual Recital and will have two costumes.

Tiny Dancers

An introduction to dance and creative movement for our youngest dancers while giving some bonding time for parent and child in a fun and nurturing environment. This class is currently “just for fun” and will not be dancing in the recital just yet, however we know this will be a great prep class for future years when we get to see them on stage!


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy?

Call The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy at (203) 988-1988 or visit http://www.cheshireperformingarts.com/.

What is The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy's phone number?

Dial (203) 988-1988 to speak with The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy.

Does The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy have Saturday classes?

Yes, The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy is open Saturdays: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

Is The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy open on weekends?

Yes, The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy is open on weekends — Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

What city is The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy in?

The Cheshire Performing Arts Academy is in Cheshire, Connecticut.