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The Performing Arts Connection
Where everyone gets to be in the limelight!
Spring Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30-11:30am and 3:00-4:30pm

Little Limelight
Discovering Dance & Drama for Ages 0-7
We are proud to offer a unique program designed specifically for children ages 7 and under. Students are introduced to dance and theatrical concepts through a lively and unhurried curriculum with caring adult instructors. Our goal is to nurture your child's creativity and confidence while encouraging a love and appreciation for the arts. "Little Limelight" allows our youngest students to experience the joy of movement, theater and dance in a relaxed, warm, and caring setting! Our program is the perfect first step in your child’s performing arts education!
What Makes Our Program Special?


Recitals and Performances Just for Little Ones 7 and Under
No Costume Fees!


Spacious and inviting waiting and play areas for parents and siblings
Always caring adult instructors

Summer Session 2022
Summer Samplers and Mini-Camps for ages 2-7!
Registration starts Tuesday, February 8 at 7pm!

Fall Session 2022
Wednesday, September 7-Thursday, December 8
Holiday Recital: Saturday, December 10.
Registration begins May 1 at 7pm.
Ages and grades as of September 1, 2021.
Fall 2022 Schedule
Classes begin Wednesday, September 7



1-Year-Olds
Age 1 by September 1
Boppin' Babies
Mondays 9:30-10:00am
This class involves caregiver participation and does not participate in Recital.
2-Year-Olds
Age 2 by September 1
Tippy Toes
Tuesdays 6:00-6:30pm
Saturdays 8:30-9:00am
This class begins with caregiver participation and does not participate in Recital.
3-Year-Olds
Age 3 on September 1
Twirl, Leap and Tumble
Tuesdays 11:15-12:00pm
Tuesdays 3:15-4:00pm
Fridays 3:15-4:00pm
Saturdays 10:00-10:45am
Musical Theater
Mondays 9:30-10:15am
Saturdays 9:00-9:45am



4- + 5- Year-Olds
Age 4 on September 1
Twirl, Leap and Tumble
Tuesdays 10:15-11:00am
Tuesdays 3:15-4:00pm
Saturdays 11:00-11:45am
Musical Theater
Monday 2:00-2:45pm
Saturdays 11:00-11:45am
Grades K-1
Grade K or 1 in 2022-2023
Ballet/Hip-Hop
Tuesdays 3:15-4:00pm
Thursdays 4:15-5:00pm~
Fridays 4:15-5:00pm
Saturdays 9:00-9:45am
~Accelerated
Musical Theater
Mondays 4:15-5:00pm
Thursdays 5:15-6:00pm
Fridays 6:00-6:45pm
Saturdays 9:00-9:45am
Tumble Team
Ages 4.5-7 on September 1
Mondays from 4:15-5:00pm
Learn new skills and be part of a team! Fall + Spring sessions perform at Recital and 1 community event. Winter session has a cheer focus! Tumble Team is best paired with a TPAC dance class.
2022-2023 MORE INFORMATION
SESSION DATES
Fall Session: Wednesday, September 7-Thursday, December 8 with Holiday Recital on Saturday, December 10.
Winter Samplers: Monday, January 9-Saturday, February 4 (please note we run a reduced class schedule during this time).
Spring Session: Monday, February 6-Thursday, May 11 with Spring Recital on Saturday, May 6 or 13.
FALL 2022 CALENDAR
Wed, September 7 – Fall session begins.
Mon, September 26 – STUDIO CLOSED. ROSH HASHANAH.
Sun, October 2 – Conservatory, Limelight, and Private Lesson MONDAY Makeup Day.
Tue, October 4 – STUDIO WILL CLOSE AT 12:00PM. EREV YOM KIPPUR.
Wed, October 5 – STUDIO CLOSED. YOM KIPPUR.
Sat–Mon, October 8-10 – STUDIO CLOSED. AUTUMN BREAK/INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY.
Mon, October 31 – STUDIO CLOSED. HALLOWEEN.
Fri, November 11 – STUDIO CLOSED. VETERAN’S DAY.
Mon–Sun, November 21-27 – STUDIO CLOSED. THANKSGIVING BREAK.
Thurs, December 8 – Last class day of Fall session.
Sat, December 10 – Fall session Holiday Recital!
WINTER SAMPLERS 2023 CALENDAR
Mon, January 9 – Winter Samplers begin.
Mon, January 16 – STUDIO CLOSED. MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY.
Sat, February 4 – Last day of Winter Sampler session.
SPRING 2023 CALENDAR
Mon, February 6 – Spring session begins.
Sun–Sun, February 19-26 – STUDIO CLOSED. WINTER BREAK 2. (Exception: Little Limelight Mini-Camps).
Fri-Sun, April 7-9 – STUDIO CLOSED. GOOD FRIDAY/EASTER WEEKEND.
Sun–Sun, April 16–23 – STUDIO CLOSED. SPRING BREAK. (Exception: April Vacation Workshop).
Thurs, May 11 – Last class day of Spring session.
Sat, May 6 or 13 – Spring Recital!
2022-2023 TUITION
Fall
$219 (30 mins)
$329 (45 mins)
Winter
$67 (30 mins)
$99 (45 mins)
Spring
$185 (30 mins)
$279 (45 mins)
OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS
Recital costumes are rented to students at no charge. Lost or damaged costumes will incur a fee.
After tuition, additional fees include Recital tickets and dress code attire.
Registration deadlines: Sept 28 (Fall) and March 5 (Spring).
Recital times are published in the Little Limelight Handbook emailed prior to the first class and specific show assignments are emailed approximately one month after classes begin. Efforts are made to keep siblings together. We encourage, but do not require, participation in Recital.
*Non-Recital classes with caregiver participation.
Ages are as of 9/1/2022
ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-BINDING* UNTIL THE SECOND CLASS (*less a $15 processing fee per dropped class)
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Boppin' Babies™: Classes are age appropriate, fun, creative and nurturing…and are a fantastic start to a little one's dance journey! The program is not only developmentally beneficial for young toddlers, but it also creates a community for the parents so they are able to get connected and feel involved in their little one’s activities!!
Tumble Team: Basic tumbling includes backbends, cartwheels, handstands/headstands, rolls, walkovers, handsprings, aerial tricks and more. Best taken in tandem with a TPAC dance class.
Ballet/Hip-Hop K-1: These fun combo classes introduce students to the steps and grace of ballet, the jazzy world of leaps and turns, and/or hip-hop skills. Foundational skills in a FUN environment! Accelerated classes are available for grades K-1 who have completed multiple sessions in our Twirl, Leap & Tumble program!
Musical Theater: Sing, dance, and act in this unique class for rising stars. Learn choreography to favorite Broadway songs, build confidence while singing in front of others, and let your imagination run free with foundational drama games and stories!
Sparkle Squad: Our mighty mini-dance team for kids who love to dance!
Sweet Peas (1-2 years): Let's explore music, dance, story telling, and more - together! (Non-recital class; parent participation class).
Tippy Toes (ages 2-3 years): This introductory class nurtures a love of dance with props, games, and music in an unhurried environment. (Non-recital class; parents welcome to participate at their own comfort level).
Tap & Twirl: This class is for the rhythm-makers, the twirlers, and the kids who love to get footloose & fancy-free! Basic tap infused with free dance.
Twirl, Leap & Tumble: Our special blend of ballet, jazz and tumbling is one of our most popular classes! Our age-appropriate curriculum includes all the classic steps and we incorporate props, games, and creative movement for the quintessential dance class experience!
REFUND POLICIES FOR LITTLE LIMELIGHT 2022-2023
Little Limelight Fall, Winter Mini, and Spring
Dropped before the second class: 100% Refund less $15 processing fee per class.
Dropped before the fourth class: 50% Credit (Fall and Spring) and 25% credit (Winter Mini) less $15 processing fee per class.
Dropped after the fourth class: No refunds or credits.
There are no refunds or credits, partial or in full, given for late arrivals, early departures, or time off due to outside activities, injury, or illness. No refunds will be given after the fourth class of the session regardless of if you sign up after this date. We must receive an email or phone call for dropped classes.
Little Limelight Mini-Camps and Summer Classes
There are no refunds or credits given for any reason, including failure to comply with the Participation and Attendance Policy, within 2 months of the start date of the first session, regardless of if we can fill your child's spot. You may not independently find someone to take your child's spot and have them pay you privately for your child's place at any time. Please make certain you are able to commit before you register as there are no credits, refunds, or substitutions within 2 months of the start date of the first session. Refunds and credits granted within the grace period are subject to a $15 processing fee.

Meet Your Little Limelight Instructors

Alyson Abramson
Tumbling

Samm Bower
Acting & Musical Theater

Kaleigh Bradley
Acting & Musical Theater

Courtney Gallant
Dance, Theater & Summer Fun Days

Carla German
Dance

Sarah Hubert
Musical Theater

Alissa Schimmel
Dance

Winter Mini-Session 2022
Monday, January 10-Saturday, February 5 (Parent observation at the last class)
No classes Monday, January 17.
Registration begins Sunday, October 17 at 7pm.
Ages as of September 1, 2021

Spring Session 2022
Monday, February 7-Thursday, May 5
Spring Recital: Saturday, May 7
No classes Sunday–Sunday, February 20-27 and Friday–Sunday, April 15–24.
Registration begins Sunday, October 17 at 7pm.
Ages as of September 1, 2021
FROZEN FAIRYTALES
February Vacation 2023
Tues-Wed-Thurs
9:00am-11:30am
Age 3.5*-5 and Ages 5-8
(Age 3 by September 1 latest)
Journey to Arendelle and beyond in our fun half-day February vacation workshop! We'll dance, sing, have fun with crafts, and go on a magical adventure. Let your imagination run wild as you pretend to be your favorite characters from the hit movies. Dazzle with your ice powers as Elsa, climb snowy mountains as Kristoff, ride through the wilderness as Sven, discover the Enchanted Forest as Anna, and more! A short presentation on Zoom at the end is the "icing" on the cake!
$137 per student
10-12 students maximum per group
