Stage Door Dance Academy - Dance studio in Oak Forest, Illinois
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Stage Door Dance Academy

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15801 Oak Park Avenue

Oak Forest, Illinois 60452

50 programs

About Stage Door Dance Academy

Stage Door Dance Academy, located in Oak Forest, Illinois, has been inspiring dancers of all ages since its founding in 1992. Originally established in Palos Park, the studio relocated to its current Oak Forest location in 2005 and is now celebrating its 34th season. Dedicated to providing exceptional dance education within a nurturing and positive environment, Stage Door Dance Academy offers a comprehensive curriculum for students aged 18 months through adult. Our diverse range of programs includes foundational classes like "Wee Dance," "Twinkling Stars," "Mini Movers," and "Dance Explosion," introducing creative movement, ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. For older students and teens, Levels I-IV provide in-depth training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, and musical theater, catering to both recreational and aspiring professional dancers. We boast a talented faculty, including Founder Debbie Scarpetti, Owner/Director Kate Aiello, and Performance Company Director Abbey Barclay, alongside instructors Janis Jaksa, Jean Marquez, Kim Kramer, Bella Santucci, Jordan Shoot, Chrissy Costello, Andrea Fitzgibbons, Tiana Gordon, Audrey Barclay, Ivy Anderson, Nico Rubio, Andrea Kalchbrenner, and Elizabeth Rivera. Utilizing dedicated rooms such as the Pink Room for younger children, the Yellow Room for general classes, and the Blue Room for specialized training, Stage Door Dance Academy fosters a strong sense of community and a safe, fun atmosphere where every dancer can grow and feel part of the Stage Door family. Classes run from September 2, 2025, to June 7, 2026.

Styles offered at Stage Door Dance Academy

Programs from Stage Door Dance Academy

50 programs available

Classes

Musical Theatre

Through the engaging combination of acting, singing, and dancing, this class is designed to bring out the inner performer in each student.

Lyrical

This expressive dance form elegantly combines elements of ballet and jazz technique to create fluid and emotive performances.

Contemporary

This continually evolving style of dance fluidly incorporates aspects of movement from other genres such as modern, ballet, and jazz.

Jazz

This high-energy dance class includes floor stretches, isolations, and dynamic combinations. Enrollment in a ballet class is highly recommended for optimal learning.

Hip Hop

This street style of dance has evolved significantly through various aspects of urban culture and contemporary music.

Tap

This form of dance is characterized by using the rhythmic sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a dynamic form of percussive musical expression.

Pointe

This advanced part of classical ballet technique involves a dancer supporting their entire body weight on the tips of fully extended feet while wearing specialized pointe shoes.

Ballet Tech

This class will focus on strengthening ballet technique. It is an intensive session dedicated to refining skills without a recital dance component.

Ballet

This class focuses on terminology and classical technique using barre and center exercises to build a strong foundation in ballet.

Levels I-IV, Teen

Classes are offered for the beginner dancer all the way to a dancer who may want a career in dance! Dancers are encouraged to use dance as their emotional outlet in a place that is safe, welcoming, and encouraging. Classes have a strong focus on safe stretch and strength exercises followed by technique work for each specific style. Classes end with dance combinations that will motivate your child, with a goal of making them feel confident, proud, and inspired!

Dance Explosion

Whether your child is new to dance or has many years of experience, this program offers all the classes that will challenge and inspire your child. With strengthening their dance technique, this program continues to develop healthy social skills and will increase your child’s self esteem, all while working hard and having fun!

Mini Movers

With four styles of dance offered, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, & Hip Hop, your young dancer will discover what they love most! Dancers will build a great foundation for their future in dance, all while building their confidence and experiencing the joy dance brings.

Twinkling Stars

Through ballet & tap, your future star will explore a world of creativity through movement, music, dance, imaginative play, and emotional expression. Students will learn the basics of classroom behavior and manners.

Wee Dance

A creative movement class that introduces your little one to music, dancing, and fun with friends! This class is designed for toddlers to explore movement and rhythm in a playful environment.

Musical Theatre

Through acting, singing, and dancing this class will bring out the performer in you!

Lyrical

Expressive dance combined with ballet and jazz technique. Enrollment in ballet or jazz is recommended.

Contemporary

An always evolving style of dance that incorporates aspects of movement in other genres such as modern, ballet, and jazz. Enrollment in a ballet class is recommended.

Jazz

High-energy dance includes floor stretch, isolations and combinations. Enrollment in a ballet class is recommended.

Hip Hop

A street style form of dance that has evolved through urban culture.

Tap

A form of dance characterized by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion.

Pointe

A part of classical ballet technique in which a dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet within pointe shoes.

Ballet Tech

Will focus on strengthening ballet technique. No recital dance.

Ballet

Terminology and classical technique using barre and center.

Twinkling Stars

Through ballet & tap your future star will explore a world of creativity through movement, music, dance, imaginative play, & emotional expression. Students will learn the basics of classroom behavior & manners.

Wee Dance

A creative movement class that introduces your little one to music, dancing, and fun with friends!

90 Minute Class
$157.50

75 Minute Class
$143.50

60 Minute Class
$129.50

45 Minute Class
$108.50

30 Minute Class
$94.50

Wee Dance

A beginner dance class designed for the youngest dancers, ages 18-36 months. This class is 30 minutes long.

Hip Hop

Hip Hop class for ages 5-7. This class is 45 minutes long and focuses on the fundamentals of hip hop dance.

Twisted
$150.00

Join us for Oz-some dancing, singing, crafting and more with music from Wicked, The Wizard of Oz & The Wiz!

Twinkling Stars

A foundational dance class for young children, ages 3-5. This class is 60 minutes long.

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre class for ages 8-11. This class is 60 minutes long and combines acting, singing, and dancing.

Ballet

Ballet class for ages 5-7. This class is 45 minutes long and covers foundational ballet techniques.

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre class for ages 5-7. This class is 45 minutes long and incorporates elements of acting, singing, and dancing.

Turns/Leaps II/III

Advanced turns and leaps technique class for ages 10 and up, suitable for levels II and III. This class is 60 minutes long.

Ballet Tech I/II

Ballet technique class for ages 10 and up, suitable for levels I and II. This class is 60 minutes long.

Jazz

Jazz dance class for ages 5-7. This class is 45 minutes long and focuses on energetic jazz movements.

Ballet Tech II/III

Advanced ballet technique class for ages 10 and up, suitable for levels II and III. This class is 75 minutes long.

Lyrical/Contemporary I/II

Lyrical and Contemporary dance class for ages 10 and up, suitable for levels I and II. This class is 60 minutes long.

Lyrical

Lyrical dance class for ages 7-9. This class is 45 minutes long and emphasizes fluidity and expression.

Turns/Leaps I/II

Turns and leaps technique class for ages 10 and up, suitable for levels I and II. This class is 45 minutes long.

Hip Hop II/III

Advanced Hip Hop class for ages 10 and up, suitable for levels II and III. This class is 60 minutes long.

Teen Jazz

Jazz dance class specifically for teens, ages 10 and up. This class is 60 minutes long.

Under the Sea Adventure
$150.00

Join us for some splash-tastic dancing, singing, crafting, and more with music from Finding Nemo, The Little Mermaid & Moana!

Creative Movement
$14.00

Creative Movement

Wednesday 4:15 pm - 4:45 pm
Wee Dance (Age 18-36 months) Creative Movement
$14.00

A creative movement class that introduces your little one to music, dancing and fun with friends! Creative Movement

Wednesday 9:45 am - 10:15 am

Camps

The Royal Party
$150.00

Join us for fairytale filled days with dancing, singing, crafting, and more!


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Stage Door Dance Academy?

Call Stage Door Dance Academy at (708) 687-7418 or visit https://stagedoordanceonline.com/registration/.

Is Stage Door Dance Academy affordable?

Yes, classes start at $14.

What is the best way to contact Stage Door Dance Academy?

The quickest way is to call (708) 687-7418 or visit https://stagedoordanceonline.com/registration/.

What are Stage Door Dance Academy's prices?

Classes at Stage Door Dance Academy range from $14 to $157.5.

What city is Stage Door Dance Academy in?

Stage Door Dance Academy is in Oak Forest, Illinois.