Cuppett Performing Arts Center

Impact Performing Arts is a creative hub in Gaithersburg, MD, offering a range of performing arts classes and programs for all ages and skill levels. With a focus on fostering artistic expression and personal growth, this establishment provides a supportive environment for individuals to explore their passion for the arts. From dance and music to theater and more, Impact Performing Arts aims to inspire and empower its community through engaging and dynamic artistic experiences. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting out, this organization is dedicated to helping individuals discover and develop their talents in a welcoming and inclusive setting. Generated from their business information

The Northeast Performing Arts Group (NEPAG) is an award-winning arts and education program established in 1979 by Rita Jackson, dedicated to nurturing the creative talents of youth in the Northeast and Southeast corridors of Washington, D.C. By providing instruction in various performing and visual arts, NEPAG aims to offer constructive alternatives to street life while instilling vital lessons of discipline, commitment, and teamwork. Over the past 45 years, NEPAG has successfully trained more than 9,000 young individuals, with over 400 going on to enroll in college, thus demonstrating the transformative power of the arts. The organization operates as a comprehensive hub, offering professional training in multiple dance styles, vocal and drama instruction, alongside academic support and life skills training to combat the challenges faced by at-risk youth. Generated from the website

Center Stage Dance and Performing Arts Center was incorporated in 1990 by the Artistic Director, Sherri Shortell. Center Stage offers quality dance instruction, from beginner through professional, in tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, hip hop and modern classes for children and adults. The Center also offers musical theatre, drama and vocal classes for children of all ages. A professionally staged dance revue is presented in late June of every year. The professional Center Stage Dance Company, directed by Ms. Shortell, is in residence at the school.The Center's competition dance teams have received hundreds of regional and National titles at competitions such as Star Systems, I Love Dance, and Showstopper. Dance Teams also attend National Finals or perform at Disney World in Orlando Fl and also have other performance opportunities throughout the year. Members of the dance teams performed with Center Stage Dance Company at the Olympics in Sydney, Australia in September of 2000. Former students are performing nationally in dinner theatres, cruise ships, amusement parks, and touring companies. Students have performed in Debbie Allen's production of "Dancing in the Wings" at the Kennedy Center and "Showtime at the Apollo".