Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Dance Instruction in Dunedin, FL
Founded in 1961, Patricia Ann Dance Studios has been a cornerstone of dance education in Dunedin, Florida for over six decades. Our mission is to cultivate artistic excellence through diverse training in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and hip-hop, tailored to students of all ages and skill levels. With a faculty of internationally recognized instructors, including ABT and RAD certified teachers, we provide pre-professional training that prepares dancers for careers in the arts or lifelong appreciation of movement. Our alumni have achieved success on Broadway, in prestigious dance companies, and through academic pursuits at institutions like Juilliard and Boston Conservatory. We maintain strong community ties through outreach programs like Tapped In, which brings educational performances to local schools and events.Our competition team has earned accolades at national and international levels, while our summer intensive workshops offer specialized training with guest artists. The studio's philosophy emphasizes individual growth, technical mastery, and the transformative power of dance. With two locations and four spacious studios, we accommodate over 600 students annually. Our commitment to safety and professionalism is demonstrated through background-checked staff and adherence to industry standards. For generations, families have trusted us to nurture creativity, discipline, and confidence through the art of dance.
Services
Ballet/Pointe
Tap
Broadway Jazz
Contemporary/Lyrical
Hip-Hop
Creative Combo
Stretching
Pilates
Private Coaching
Guest Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- 64 years of excellence in dance education
- ABT and RAD certified instructors on staff
- Pre-professional training with national competition success
- Community outreach through Tapped In ensemble
- Alumni performing on Broadway and with major dance companies
Associations and certifications
- American Ballet Theatre
- Royal Academy of Dance
What people say
Excellent training
Supportive environment
Successful alumni
Professional instructors
Community engagement
Services
Ballet/Pointe
Our ABT-certified instructors teach classical ballet technique from pre-primary through advanced levels. Students develop proper alignment, turnout, and artistry through progressive training. Pointe work is introduced with careful assessment to ensure technical readiness and injury prevention.
Tap
Tap instruction emphasizes musicality and precision with master teachers trained at Chicago Human Rhythm Project and Tap City. Classes range from beginner to professional levels, focusing on both traditional and contemporary tap styles.
Broadway Jazz
This style combines jazz technique with theatrical storytelling. Students learn choreography from popular musicals while developing strength, flexibility, and performance skills. Classes integrate musical theater repertoire with modern jazz elements.
Contemporary/Lyrical
Contemporary classes blend ballet and modern techniques with emotional expression. Instructors emphasize fluid movement quality and creative interpretation. Students explore choreography that connects technical skill with personal artistry.
Hip-Hop
Our hip-hop program teaches street dance styles from breaking to commercial hip-hop. Classes focus on isolations, rhythm, and freestyle technique while maintaining proper dance foundation. Students learn both classic and current urban dance trends.
People
Patricia McNally
Artistic Director
ABT-certified instructor with 25 years leading the studio. Former Broadway performer in 'Cats' and 'Sophisticated Ladies'. Directs competition team and teaches ballet and musical theater.
Morgan Angelillis-Storrison
Tap Instructor
Internationally recognized tap artist with experience at Chicago Human Rhythm Project and Tap City. Founded Tapped In ensemble and directs youth tap performances.
Deborah Randell
Ballet Instructor
RAD-certified teacher with professional experience at Cape Town City Ballet. Specializes in classical ballet technique and prepares students for advanced examinations.
Lori Land
Combo Classes
Teaches young dancer combo classes with 6 years experience. Former Busch Gardens performer and Sesame Street Live touring artist with extensive dance performance background.
Sophia Constantini
Lyrical Coach
Specializes in lyrical choreography with competition success. Teaches contemporary and musical theater styles while balancing performance opportunities with technical development.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, creative combo, stretching, and pilates classes for all skill levels.
Do you have a competition team?
Yes, our competition team participates in regional and national events with award-winning choreography and performance opportunities.
Are there adult dance classes available?
We offer adult ballet, tap, and stretching classes designed for recreational dancers and experienced performers.
How do you place students in appropriate levels?
New students with prior training schedule evaluations to determine optimal class placement based on technical ability and experience.
What safety measures are in place?
All instructors maintain level II clearance, and we follow current health guidelines including mask requirements for indoor classes.
Can I rent studio space?
Studio rentals are available upon request for rehearsals, special events, and community performances.
Reviews (3)
Saint Michael
Mar 29, 2021
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A great dance school for girls and boys which wins national prizes almost every month. My daughter has been enrolled for more than 10 years.
Samuel Garcia
Sep 01, 2020
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My daughter has been going to Patricia Ann Dance for 2 1/2 years. Since she has started we have noticed huge changes in her dancing. She is 6 years old and she loves her dance classes. All of the teachers are great with the children, and I can see my daughter coming here for years to come! Thanks for helping my daughter build confidence in her self and in her dancing abilities!
Jade Seibert
Nov 07, 2016
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My daughter (3 1/2 years old) just started dance classes at Patricia Ann Dance Studio about 6 weeks ago and she absolutely loves it! The teachers are great with the little ones and she even talks about her teachers outside of class. "Mommy, we'll see Ms. Lori on Saturday!" So happy o found a great studio so close to home
