Business Details
Your Premier Performing Arts Studio in Ardsley, NY
Westchester Performing Arts Studio has been nurturing artistic talent in Ardsley for over 25 years. As a family-owned and operated business, we combine deep industry experience with a commitment to fostering creativity through dance, acting, and singing. Our team of accomplished instructors includes former New York City Ballet performers, Broadway veterans, and award-winning choreographers. We offer comprehensive programs ranging from recreational classes for toddlers to competitive teams preparing for national stages. Our facility serves as both a training ground for aspiring performers and a community hub for artistic expression through workshops, productions, and special events. 
Services
Dance Classes
Acting Lessons
Singing Instruction
Competition Teams
Birthday Parties
Studio Rentals
Musical Theater
Acro & Gymnastics
Private Lessons
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of combined teaching experience from Broadway and international performers
- Our competitive teams have won national championships in dance competitions
- We provide age-appropriate programs from toddler classes to adult dance instruction
- Our faculty includes certified music therapists and technical theatre specialists
- We host annual productions and community events at our dedicated facility
What people say
Award-winning instructors
Professional facilities
Excellent performance opportunities
Experienced teaching staff
Comprehensive programs
Services
Dance Classes
We offer comprehensive dance instruction for ages 2 and up, covering ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, and lyrical styles. Our classes combine technical training with creative expression, preparing students for both recreational enjoyment and competitive performance. With options for beginners through advanced dancers, our programs focus on building foundational skills while nurturing artistic development in a supportive environment.
Competition Teams
Our competitive dance program develops elite performers through specialized training in choreography, technique, and stage presence. Teams compete nationally in various styles including ballet, jazz, and contemporary. Participants receive personalized coaching from award-winning instructors with extensive competition experience, preparing them for both solo and group performances at regional and national events.
Musical Theater
Our musical theater program integrates singing, acting, and dance to develop well-rounded performers. Students participate in full-scale productions and learn from industry professionals with Broadway and West End experience. The curriculum emphasizes character development, vocal technique, and stagecraft, preparing students for both amateur and professional theater opportunities through comprehensive training and performance experience.
Private Lessons
Personalized instruction is available in dance, voice, and music for students seeking individualized attention. Our private lessons cater to all skill levels, focusing on specific goals like audition preparation or technique refinement. With flexible scheduling and customized curricula, these sessions provide targeted instruction from experienced professionals to accelerate progress and address individual learning needs.
Studio Rentals
Our facility offers versatile rental space for dance events, performances, and special occasions. The studio accommodates rehearsals, workshops, and birthday parties with professional-grade amenities including sprung floors and sound systems. Rental packages include access to our performance space with technical support available for productions and community events throughout the year.
People
Marci Meyer
Studio Director
Former New York City Ballet dancer with 25+ years teaching experience, specializing in musical theater. Trained at Lincoln Center and performed in major productions including The Nutcracker and West Side Story.
Gaye Giannotti
President/Co-Owner
Co-founder with extensive experience in dance education administration. Brings 15 years of 'dance mom' experience and a passion for developing young performers through structured artistic programs.
Mags Giannotti
Instructor
NYC-based dancer with BFA in Musical Theatre, teaching hip-hop and acro. Competed nationally and performed in regional theater productions, bringing practical performance experience to student instruction.
Andre Lee
Choreographer
Award-winning choreographer with experience working with Rihanna and Usher. Teaches hip-hop and acro, focusing on storytelling through movement while preparing students for professional performance opportunities.
Roseann Tenore
Music Instructor
40-year piano teaching veteran with music therapy expertise. Offers piano and guitar lessons using student-preferred music while maintaining technical fundamentals through engaging, motivation-focused instruction.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for dance classes?
We offer classes for children as young as 2 through adult learners, with age-appropriate programs at all levels.
Do you offer competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, we have competitive teams for ages 5+ that participate in regional and national competitions with choreography in multiple styles.
What musical theater training options exist?
We provide musical theater classes and full productions, teaching singing, acting, and dance integration with professional theater experience.
Can I rent your facility for events?
Our studio space is available for rentals including dance parties, workshops, and special events with technical support available.
Do you offer private instruction?
Private lessons in dance, voice, and music are available with customized scheduling and personalized curriculum development.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
Our faculty includes Broadway performers, certified music therapists, and competition-winning choreographers with extensive professional experience.
