About
Training Program
Genesee Dance Theatre helps kids uncover their potential! Our classes are professional, developmentally appropriate and challenging but non-competitive.
Our training program focuses on building a solid foundation of technique and artistry in every student. We offer preschool dance classes and five levels of classical ballet instruction for ages 6 to adult.
Supplementary classes in modern, musical theatre and conditioning are offered to produce well-rounded dancers prepared to pursue college dance programs or professional careers.
Performances
Since 2014, Genesee Dance Theatre has brought student performers together with professional dancers to produce classical and contemporary dance performances. We perform at libraries, schools and other venues in rural areas of the Genesee Valley and frequently collaborate with other arts organizations, including Shake on the Lake, the Arts Council for Wyoming County and the David A. Howe Public Library. Students in our training program also perform an annual dance concert in June of each year.
Location
35 S. Main Street
Perry, NY 14530
Hours
3:30 - 7:30pm Weekdays
8:30 - 12:30 pm Saturdays
Other times by appointment
About the Director
Sarah Keeler is the founder and director of Genesee Dance Theatre. A native of San Antonio, TX, Sarah received her classical training at the Ballet San Antonio Academy, along with the Joffrey Workshop. After graduating from North East School of the Arts with double majors in dance and musical theatre, Sarah moved to New York City to pursue a career in dance. She's appeared with numerous dance companies in NY and TX, along with regional theatres and theme parks. Sarah founded Genesee Dance Theatre to bring professional dance productions to rural communities in the Genesee Valley, thanks in part to a grant from the Wyoming County Rural Arts Initiative. Previously, she was a teaching artist for Neglia Conservatory of Ballet, Young Audiences of Western NY and In-Sight Dance Company.
Sarah Keeler is an ABT® Certified Teacher, who has successfully completed the
ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Pre-Primary through Level 5 of the ABT® National Training
Curriculum. She is also a certified Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) and Pilates instructor.
Our studio
Sprung Marley Dance Floor
Wall Mounted Ballet Barres
Air Conditioned
Accessible Restrooms
Easy Street Parking
Our facilities include a primary studio for group and private dance instruction and a smaller Pilates studio for cross-training.
We have a small lobby area in front and dancer changing room.