Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Premier Performing Arts School in Philadelphia
Mt Airy Performing Arts has been dedicated to nurturing artistic talent in Philadelphia since 2015, building on over three decades of community engagement through dance, theater, music, and visual arts. Our mission focuses on providing accessible, high-quality arts education for all ages, with programs designed to foster confidence, creativity, and discipline. Our experienced instructors bring extensive professional backgrounds in performance and education, ensuring students receive expert guidance.We maintain rigorous safety standards with enhanced cleaning protocols and air filtration systems. Our annual performances showcase student achievements without financial burden, offering free theater productions and affordable dance concerts. Through flexible scheduling, including virtual options, and community partnerships, we strive to make the arts inclusive and transformative for Philadelphia residents.
Services
Dance Classes
Theater Programs
Adult Fitness
Birthday Parties
Art Exhibits
Summer Camp
Ballet Instruction
Tap Dance
Jazz/Hip-Hop
Yoga Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Experienced instructors with decades of industry expertise
- Affordable class options for all ages and skill levels
- Safe, clean facilities with HEPA-filtered air systems
- Community-focused performances with no costume fees
- Flexible scheduling including virtual class options
Services
Dance Classes
We offer comprehensive dance education from toddler to adult levels, including ballet, tap, jazz, and hip-hop. Our structured curriculum builds technical skills while fostering creativity and confidence. Classes are taught by professional instructors with decades of industry experience.
Theater Programs
Our theater classes develop acting skills through performance-based learning for ages 7-16. Students participate in full-scale productions while learning stagecraft, character development, and collaborative performance techniques in a supportive environment.
Birthday Parties
We host themed arts-based birthday celebrations featuring dance instruction, character performances, and interactive games. Packages include professional entertainment and venue space with customizable options for group size and theme selection.
Yoga Workshops
Specialized yoga programs focus on bone health, sleep improvement, and stress reduction. Classes incorporate evidence-based practices using NIH-researched sequences and include equipment for proper alignment and safety.
Art Exhibits
Local Philadelphia artists showcase their work in our studio spaces. The program promotes regional talent through rotating exhibitions that complement our performing arts environment with visual creativity and community engagement.
People
Kim Williams
Artistic & Managing Director
With 35+ years of Philadelphia arts education experience, Kim directs dance and theater programs. Former professional dancer and founder of Allens Lane Dance Program, she holds theater training from DeSales University.
Jeannine Klaassen
Adult Ballet Instructor
BFA in Dance from Kutztown University, Jeannine teaches ballet and modern dance. She overcame a career-threatening injury to continue teaching, combining dance expertise with educational technology specialization.
Linda Kish
Yoga Instructor
With 12+ years of yoga teaching experience, Linda offers evidence-based classes focused on health benefits. Her background includes healthcare research and Reiki certification, emphasizing therapeutic applications of yoga practice.
Brian McGinly
Tap & Jazz Instructor
Specializing in tap and hip-hop, Brian combines college choreography experience with environmental science expertise. He teaches technique while emphasizing emotional expression through movement and musical interpretation.
Ken Williams
Ballroom Instructor
With formal training from Pennsylvania Ballet and David Howard, Ken teaches ballroom dance. He brings professional performance experience and choreography expertise from regional theater productions and Arthur Murray instruction.
Questions
What age groups do your dance classes accommodate?
We offer classes for toddlers (3+), children, teens, and adults with specialized curricula for each developmental stage.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
Yes! Dance students participate in two annual concerts with no costume fees, while theater students perform three shows yearly.
What safety measures are currently in place?
We maintain HEPA-filtered air systems, UV purifiers, and enhanced cleaning protocols using CDC-approved products between all classes.
Can I pay for classes in person without online fees?
Yes, cash or check payments in our office avoid convenience fees associated with electronic transactions.
Do you offer flexible scheduling options?
We provide both in-person and virtual class formats with multiple weekly time slots across different dance disciplines.
What qualifications do your instructors hold?
Our staff includes degree-holding professionals with decades of industry experience, including former performers and certified specialists in their fields.
