Music, Dance, Theater, and Other Performing Arts classes in the Rochester area
Find performing arts classes for kids in the Rochester area, including dance, drama, musical theater, voice, piano, guitar, strings, percussion, and other music lessons and programs.
The Hochstein School
As a premier music, dance, and Expressive Arts (music, dance, and art therapy) education center in Rochester, NY, The Hochstein School offers instruction for individuals of all ages and abilities. Our experienced faculty members teach using a curriculum that is both comprehensive and customized for each student to nurture their success. From beginners to advanced – we have a lesson, class, or ensemble for you. Fall registration is now open and tuition assistance is available. Discover the Hochstein difference today, and join our encouraging and vibrant community.
Visit hochstein.org or call 585.454.4596 for more information. We look forward to meeting you!
Eastman Community Music School
The Eastman Community Music School offers classical and jazz lessons for all instruments, voice and composition; classes in music theory, history, and technology; and numerous ensembles! Children from four months to six years old can start by joining the Early Childhood Music Program, which has attracted national recognition. They can continue their musical growth in programs like Theory in Motion and Young Eastman Strings before transitioning to study for school-age students, culminating in our High School Diploma Program. Visit esm.rochester.edu/community for a full list of offerings for students of all ages and abilities.
OFC Creations Theatre Center
OFC Creations Theatre Center is a professional regional performing arts center focused on youth theatre education as well as professional productions starring actors from NYC, LA and across the country. OFC's educational programs offer opportunities for students ages 4 to 18 to take the stage through classes in acting, singing and dance. Students can perform in full shows that rehearse afterschool and weekends as well as in OFC's massive summer camp program, ROC Summer Theatre Experience. OFC is committed to developing the next generation of artists and audiences through shows, unique events, and one of a kind classes - no matter if they are a beginning or have been performing since they were born - there is a place for you at OFC!
A Magical Journey Thru Stages
A Magical Journey Thru Stages is a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth community theater for children and teens from the Greater Rochester Area. Annually, Stages offers: 9 full theatre productions, summer camps, an improv troupe, technical theater training, open mic nights, specialized workshops, and tuition assistance for economically disadvantaged youth. It provides high-quality year-round community theater programs that build confidence, teamwork, leadership, and skills in all aspects of the theater arts, in a safe, non-competitive environment. STAGES' theatre classes and workshops are available on a variety of theater topics for Grades 1 - 12. Stages Kids (grades 2-5) program features two productions, Seussical, Jr. in the fall and Frozen, Jr. in the spring. Our First Stage (grades 1 - 4) program will produce Seussical, Kids in the fall and Jungle Book, Kids in the spring. Email Stages@MJTStages.com to receive registration materials or to be added to the mailing list. Located at Auditorium Center, 3rd Floor, 875 E. Main Street, Rochester, NY 14605. 585-935-7173.
Spotlight Studios
Spotlight Studios in Fairport offers excellent training and performance opportunities for those wishing to improve their skills. Live-Learning productions offer a chance to participate in a stage production while growing in an educational supportive environment. Classes and opportunities for performers in K-4th grade, 4-8th grade, and 8-12th grade. Musical Theatre Intensive classes provide more focused skill-building with smaller class sizes.
Private lessons in drama, voice, dance, ukulele and audition prep from excellent teachers give a personalized one on one experience. Everyone deserves a chance in the Spotlight!
Studio K Dance + Fitness
At Studio K Dance + Fitness, dancers not only receive excellent dance training, they also experience an atmosphere like no other. Studio K prides themselves in offering outstanding dance classes for both the recreational and competitive levels, ranging in all styles of dance. Along with dance, Studio K is also an Acrobatic Arts Certified Dance Studio, providing professional and safe acrobatic and tumbling training for your dancers. Studio K Dance + Fitness also offers birthday parties, seasonal dance camps, 6 week session dance classes, movie nights and more!
Join Studio K Dance + Fitness today, where dance is done different!
School of Rock
Turning students ages 3-103 into real musicians at the most revolutionary music school in the world! Music programs at School of Rock Rochester combine one-on-one lessons with group band practices. Every day, we watch our students grow from beginner musicians to confident and inspiring rock stars in their community. School of Rock Rochester NY is more than just your local music school. Visit our website to see all the programs we offer!
La Danse Workshop & Ashford Dance Company
La Danse Workshop provides quality instruction in the dance arts. We offer classes in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical, modern, Irish, acrobatics, and musical theater. Classes are available at our Hilton and Spencerport studios for ages 1.5 to adult.
Ashford Dance Company believes that dancers of all abilities should have a warm, enjoyable, and safe place to dance. We offer many styles of dance for dancers age 1.5 and up, from beginner to advanced, and for Dancers With Diverse Abilities (DWDA).
