Thank you so much to everyone who came out to support the DKDPC! Birdie Solo - Don't Rain On My Parade Diamond Award Kimberly Solo - A Little Party Diamond Award 9th Overall in Intermediate 9-10 solos Grace/Ashlynn Duet - When Love Takes Over Diamond Award 10th Overall in Intermediate 9-10
5 Ways Dance Can Boost Your Child’s Confidence
Positive Body Image Dancers learn that each body is created differently. Every dancer’s body has special qualities that make each dancer unique and beautiful! Strong Work Ethic Dance shows kids that they can be successful at anything through hard work, discipline, and focus. It takes many years
From the Desk of Ms Darci
Behind the Scenes at the Studio Have you and your child ever wondered what goes on at DK Dance Productions when you’re not there? There’s a whole other side to the dance studio that some people never know about! Here’s a little report on how the magic happens and what you don’t usually see …
What is More Than Just Great Dancing?
From the desk of Ms Darci
Why Grit Matters At DK Dance Productions, one of the most important character qualities we hope to instill in our dancers is grit. Grit is much more than a buzzword; it’s become a measure of the determination and tenacity our kids can demonstrate when things aren’t easy, or they don’t get
From the desk of Ms Darci
The Evolution of Competitive Dance Just a few decades ago, as competitive dance emerged as a leading influence in the dance community, the structure was virtually the same across events. There was one level of competition and three possible outcomes: first place, second place, or third
FROM THE DESK OF MS. DARCI
Education Blog 2018 Why We Value Continuing Education At DK Dance Productions, we strive to provide value in every way your child interacts with us! It is through our continuing education efforts that we’re able to offer the highest level of service and the very best versions of ourselves as
DK Dance Productions To Celebrate Grand Opening of Alton, Illinois Location
DK Dance Productions is excited to announce the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for its second location in Alton, Illinois! The general public is invited to join the festivities, which will take place at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, April 4 at 2600 State Street in Alton. In celebration of the
We’ve Moved, Visit Our New Location!
DK Dance Productions is very happy to announce the opening of our new dance studio. We are so excited to begin classes in our new studio! Get ready for a brand-new, modern look within a much larger space that will accommodate multiple dance classes at the same time, a dance retail store for all
The Many Benefits of a Mommy and Me Class
Are you waiting for your child to become old enough to start dance classes? If you think they have to be five or six years old to start, then we have great news for you. If your little one has reached 18 months, then you can start classes with them at DK Dance Productions. The special class designed
Brooke Lucas: Dancing Queen, almost 17
Marquette Catholic High School sophomore, Brooke Lucas, 16, is one of 40 dancers from around the world accepted to the Archcore 40 Dance Intensive this summer in New York City. “It still hasn’t set in yet,” she said. “I mean I know it’s going to happen, but it hasn’t really sunk in.” Lucas has
Precious Bonding Time with Your Toddler: “Mommy & Me” Dance Class
The Bond Between Mom and Her Little One If you’ve never been to a Mommy and Me dance class for toddlers, you may not realize their potential for increasing the bond between mom and her little one. This is just one of the many reasons we’re excited to offer this class. Really, these classes offers