Business Details
Your Performing Arts Home in De Pere
Birder Studio-Performing Arts is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive performing arts education for students of all ages. Our mission focuses on instilling confidence, creativity, and discipline through programs in jazz, tap, musical theatre, acting, voice, stage management, yoga, barre, and Pilates. With a team of experienced instructors, many of whom are industry professionals, we offer both recreational and advanced training to foster artistic growth.Our commitment extends beyond the studio through community outreach initiatives, scholarship programs, and partnerships that make arts education accessible to all. We believe in the transformative power of the arts to inspire personal and professional development in the Greater Green Bay community.
Services
Acting Classes
Dance Instruction
Voice Training
Yoga Programs
Barre Workshops
Pilates Sessions
Stage Management
Musical Theatre
Community Outreach
Scholarship Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of experience in performing arts education
- Our staff includes certified yoga instructors and professional performers
- We provide scholarship programs for underserved communities
- Our instructors have Broadway and Disney performance experience
- We maintain a 10:1 student-to-instructor ratio for personalized attention
Associations and certifications
- IRS (501(c)(3))
Services
Acting Classes
Our acting curriculum develops stage presence, character interpretation, and performance techniques for all skill levels. Students engage in scene study, improvisation, and audition preparation. With both youth and adult programs, we help performers build confidence and technical proficiency through professional instruction.
Dance Instruction
We offer dance education in jazz, tap, contemporary, and musical theatre styles. Classes emphasize proper technique, rhythmic precision, and artistic expression. Our instructors provide individualized feedback to help students progress through structured levels while maintaining injury-preventive practices in a supportive environment.
Voice Training
Our voice program focuses on breath control, vocal range development, and performance interpretation. Students receive classical and contemporary training for musical theatre, recitals, and auditions. With both group classes and private lessons, we help singers of all ages improve technical skills and stage presence.
Yoga Programs
We provide various yoga styles including Vinyasa Flow, Slowga, and Heated Yoga. Certified instructors guide students through alignment-focused practices that build strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Classes incorporate breath work and meditation techniques to promote physical wellness and mental clarity for all experience levels.
Community Outreach
Our outreach initiatives bring performing arts education to underserved populations through scholarship programs and school partnerships. We provide free workshops, discounted classes, and performance opportunities to ensure arts education accessibility. These programs help build community connections while fostering creative development across diverse demographics.
People
Ana Bakken Vanden Avond
Studio Director
Studio director with 15+ years experience in dance and theatre. Graduated from St. Norbert College with BA in Vocal Performance. Certified yoga instructor with 8 years teaching experience. Choreographs for major productions.
Hannah Beschta
Artistic Programs Director
Director of ARTreach program with extensive performance background. Trained in multiple dance styles and vocal performance. Former Walt Disney World performer with experience in voice, dance, and acting instruction.
Sam Van Beek
Voice Instructor
Alumni instructor with 17 years performing experience. Studied Theatre and Arts Management at UW-Stevens Point. Specializes in musical theatre vocal training and performance coaching for young actors.
Jeremy Pelegrin
Acting Instructor
Professional actor with Broadway and theme park performance experience. Holds theatre degree from UW-Stevens Point. Teaches acting techniques and audition preparation with practical industry insights from 15+ years in entertainment.
Jenna Peterson
Voice Instructor
Graduate of UW-Green Bay with business and music background. Combines performance expertise with educational instruction. Focuses on vocal technique development and musical theatre performance training for students.
Questions
What age groups do your classes serve?
We offer programs for children as young as 4 through adult classes in all disciplines.
Do you offer private lessons?
Yes, we provide private instruction in voice, acting, dance, and music theory with experienced instructors.
Are there performance opportunities?
Students participate in annual productions and showcase events throughout the training year.
What dance styles are taught?
We offer jazz, tap, contemporary, hip-hop, ballet, and musical theatre dance instruction.
Do you have scholarship programs?
Yes, we provide financial assistance through community outreach initiatives and donor-supported scholarships.
What yoga options are available?
We offer Heated Vinyasa, Vinyasa Flow, Slowga, and Yoga at the Barre classes for all levels.
Reviews (4)
Mike Triker
Dec 16, 2020
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Unwelcoming, very biase, chooses favorites, never appreciated my talent or complimented me on anything no matter how hard i worked. not one person at this studio helped me grow as a performer except for Chad L. Waste of money.
Gwen Meliza
Dec 11, 2020
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This studio made my daughter feel very unwelcome. She was made to feel small in most aspects of what she did. She was told by a teacher that she doesnt belong here because of one mistake. she then went home sobbing. Loads of favoritism and mistreatment. We were very hurt and incredibly disappointed in our experience here.
Lilly Ellingson
Oct 09, 2020
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I have been going to Birder for around 5 months and it has been the best experience of my life. The staff and fellow students are so welcoming. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a great theatre experience!
Jenna Peterson
Sep 29, 2020
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Fantastic performing arts studio for children and adults! A wonderful space for children to learn about singing, acting and dancing. 5/5