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WELCOME TO STAGEMAKERS!
Your Premier Dance Studio in Downtown Newberry, South Carolina
Stagemakers is an after-school program for performing artists located in Newberry, SC. We provide opportunities to explore new creative outlets in the realms of dance, acting, music, and crafting for the stage. Our programs focus on quality instruction and innovation in the performing arts, serving students ages 3 through adults.
Whether your child is just beginning their dance journey or pursuing pre-professional training, Stagemakers offers comprehensive dance education with experienced instructors dedicated to building strong technique, artistry, and confidence in every student.
We also offer a selection of classes for adults who want to rediscover their love for dance, find a new outlet for their creative expression, or bring their fitness journey to a new level.
OUR DANCE PROGRAMS
Dance Classes for Every Age and Skill Level
From Preschool Through Adult - Find Your Perfect Dance Class
CLASSICAL BALLET - Ages 6+
Our pre-professional ballet program is designed to help students build a strong foundation that will carry them far into the future. Our curriculum is primarily based on the Cecchetti Method. Ballet is at the heart of everything we do at Stagemakers. Our intensive ballet training program is designed to build strong technique and artistry. We recommend that all ballet students take at least two classes a week for maximum benefit. Dancers who are serious about their ballet training are considered for Pointe and Pas de Deux around age 12.
CLOGGING - Ages 9+
An animated and exuberant, local genre of dance rooted in Appalachian tradition - perfect for performers who like to make a lot of noise! Two years of tap dance is required to take on this exciting style. Our classes feature intricate step patterns, dynamic rhythms, and lively choreography, allowing students to develop their technique and showcase their skills.
TAP DANCE - Ages 6+
Tap is a fun way for dancers to develop musicality and precision. Our beginning tap program focuses on rhythm, dexterity of the feet, and stage presence. As students progress, they learn classic tap steps and work on their spatial awareness through the use of complex formations and kicklines. The tap curriculum is based on the Broadway & Hollywood styles that have defined stage and screen dance performances since the 1930s. Dancers who are serious about their tap training are considered for heeled tap shoes around age 12.
MODERN DANCE - Ages 12+
Dancers who have had extensive training in Classical Ballet are considered for our Modern Dance program. If a student wishes to pursue dance beyond high school, they will need classes in Modern Technique and Composition, as it is the fastest-growing genre in the dance industry today. Our curriculum is based on collegiate dance department standards, Merce Cunningham Technique, Lester Horton Technique, and Martha Graham Technique. Included in our Modern Dance program is Dance Education, where we explore topics such as nutrition, injury prevention, professional practices, history of dance, and audition techniques.
JAZZ DANCE - Ages 9+
Jazz is all about energy, excitement, and expression. Our classes help young dancers develop the skills and confidence they need to shine on stage. With its roots in African tribal dance, jazz requires the ability to move quickly to complex rhythms with steady balance. We primarily use a combination of Fosse and Luigi-style jazz techniques in our classes and present a wide variety of jumps, turns, and progressions to our students.
CREATIVE MOVEMENT - Ages 3-5
Our preschool combination class encourages young children to learn the foundational skills of dance through creative movement and games, as well as proper beginning techniques and vocabulary. Body and spatial awareness, along with rhythm exploration are major themes in our curriculum. Perfect for little ones with an interest in ballet and dance who love to spin and leap at home.
ADULT DANCE CLASSES
Dance Classes for Adults - Never Too Late to Dance
Adult Tap Class
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Back to the Barre- Adult Ballet Class
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Heels Jazz- Burlesque Inspired Class 18+
Adults of all skill levels can awaken their inner superstar with our Adult Tap, Adult Ballet, and Adult Heels classes. Focus on ballet FUNdamentals, enhance your tap skills, or explore our seductive heels class - a burlesque-inspired class for ages 18+. You can't go wrong with our dance classes for grown-ups!
Whether you're looking to get back into dance, try something new, or challenge yourself with advanced techniques, our adult classes provide a welcoming, judgment-free environment where you can express yourself through movement.
​WHY CHOOSE STAGEMAKERS?
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Professional Instruction: Experienced dance educators dedicated to building strong technique and artistry
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Comprehensive Curriculum: Multiple dance styles including ballet, tap, jazz, clogging, and modern
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All Ages Welcome: Programs for preschoolers through adults
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Performance Opportunities: Regular showcases and performances to build confidence
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Pre-Professional Training: Intensive ballet program with pointe and pas de deux opportunities
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Flexible Scheduling: After-school classes and summer intensives
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Quality Over Quantity: Small class sizes and personalized attention
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Innovation in Performing Arts: Continuous development of curriculum and teaching methods
Ready to begin classes? ​Getting started at Stagemakers is easy! We offer flexible enrollment options and welcome students of all skill levels. Whether your child is taking their first dance class or pursuing pre-professional training, we have a program perfect for them.
Contact Us
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