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Your Premier Performing Arts School in Bloomfield, NJ
Founded by industry veterans with decades of Broadway experience, Broadway Performing Arts has been nurturing artistic talent in Northern New Jersey for over 15 years. Our studio was established by Elisa Heinsohn, a renowned performer from the television series Fame, and Mark Bove, a seasoned Broadway actor with nine major productions to his credit. We specialize in personalized performing arts education through small class sizes that ensure individual attention, combining technical mastery with creative expression. Our faculty comprises working professionals who bring real-world expertise to every lesson in dance, voice, acting, and instrumental music.With state-of-the-art facilities featuring injury-preventative flooring and a proven track record of producing award-winning alumni, we cultivate not just performers but confident, well-rounded artists prepared for professional careers. Our comprehensive programs range from early childhood classes to adult workshops, complemented by summer intensives and performance opportunities that mirror professional Broadway production standards.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Jazz/Contemporary
Hip Hop
Musical Theatre
Acting
Private Voice
Piano
Guitar
Ukulele Lessons
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of Broadway-proven instruction from industry professionals
- Our small class sizes ensure personalized attention and technical mastery
- We provide state-of-the-art facilities with injury-preventative dance flooring
- Our faculty includes current and former Broadway performers and touring artists
- We combine technical training with confidence-building performance opportunities
What people say
Dedicated teachers
Enthusiastic environment
Genuine warmth
Spectacular instruction
Real Broadway experience
Services
Musical Theatre
Our signature program combines dance, acting, and voice instruction under Broadway veterans. Students develop triple-threat capabilities through performance-based learning that mirrors professional production standards. With both group classes and private coaching available, participants gain stage presence and technical proficiency while building confidence through regular showcase opportunities.
Dance Instruction
We offer comprehensive dance training in multiple styles including ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. Our certified instructors use injury-preventative techniques on specialized flooring to ensure safe, effective learning. Classes cater to all ages and skill levels, from beginner toddlers to advanced pre-professional students preparing for competitive auditions and performances.
Voice Lessons
Private voice instruction focuses on breath control, vocal range expansion, and performance technique. Students work with Broadway-seasoned vocal coaches who emphasize both technical mastery and emotional expression. Lessons prepare singers for theatrical roles, school performances, or personal development through classical and contemporary repertoire.
Instrumental Music
We provide individualized instruction in piano, guitar, and ukulele for all skill levels. Our music educators emphasize fundamental technique while incorporating students' personal musical interests. Lessons combine theory instruction with practical application, preparing students for solo performances or ensemble participation in our musical theatre productions.
Summer Camps
Our two-week intensive summer programs immerse students in Broadway-style production training. Participants receive daily instruction in acting, singing, and dancing while rehearsing for a full-scale performance. The curriculum follows professional rehearsal protocols with guidance from working theatre artists, culminating in a showcase for family and friends.
People
Elisa Heinsohn
Owner/Director
Broadway veteran with 15+ years of teaching experience, known for originating roles in Phantom of the Opera and 42nd Street. Trained at Carnegie Hall and Playhouse West, she brings industry expertise to every class while maintaining the studio's artistic vision.
Mark Bove
Instructor
Award-winning Broadway performer with nine major productions including West Side Story and Chicago. Combines technical mastery with creative expression in dance and musical theatre instruction, drawing from decades of stage experience to nurture emerging talent.
Josephine Rose Roberts
Voice Instructor
Recent Broadway performer with five years as Regina in Rock of Ages. Specializes in contemporary musical theatre vocals while preparing students for professional auditions through practical performance training and industry insights gained from her Broadway career.
Galo A Zambrano
Hip Hop Instructor
Northern New Jersey native with black belt discipline, teaching hip hop since age 17. Brings energetic choreography expertise to classes while developing a new dance company, combining martial arts precision with dynamic street-style movement.
Alyssa Podolec
Dance Instructor
New Jersey-trained performer with BA in Theatre Arts and Dance. Teaches all dance styles while maintaining an active performance career with regional ballet companies, offering students both technical instruction and professional performance guidance.
Questions
What age groups do your classes accommodate?
We offer programs for children as young as 2 through adult learners, with specialized curricula tailored to different developmental stages and skill levels.
Are private lessons available?
Yes, we provide one-on-one coaching in voice, piano, guitar, acting, and all dance styles with flexible scheduling options to accommodate individual needs.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
We provide regular showcases, recitals, and our signature summer camps culminate in Broadway-style productions for family audiences.
What makes your instructors unique?
Our faculty includes current and former Broadway performers, touring artists, and industry professionals actively working in their respective fields.
Are there group class options?
Yes, we offer group classes in all disciplines with small sizes to ensure personalized attention while maintaining technical excellence.
How do summer camps prepare students for performances?
Our two-week intensives follow professional rehearsal protocols, with daily training in acting, singing, and dancing culminating in a full-scale production.
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Reviews (5)
Adeola Ayinde
Nov 07, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
My daughter is taking ballet/tap as well as vocal lessons. So far so good! Very warm community environment. I'm glad to be a part of it.
My daughter is taking ballet/tap as well as vocal lessons. So far so good! Very warm community environment. I'm glad to be a part of it.
Carla Karp
Nov 05, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
My 4 year old loved taking ballet and tap at BPA. The owners and teachers are so warm and welcoming, and the class was such a great intro to dance. And the end of year recital was just delightful. We will be back!
My 4 year old loved taking ballet and tap at BPA. The owners and teachers are so warm and welcoming, and the class was such a great intro to dance. And the end of year recital was just delightful. We will be back!
Elizabeth Villanueva
Oct 16, 2021
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BPA was recommended to me by a friend whose daughter is a little older than mine and is very gifted in performing arts. My little daughter has some motor delays & I wasnt sure we would fit in. The kindness and attention she has been shown by Ms. Elisa blows my mind. I am literally moved to tears when I see my baby being included & having fun. So much gratitude for this program these teachers. Looking forward to future years at BPA as it seems like a really great studio in terms of training & technique, etc in addition to being affordable & run by loving & down to earth people. Love this place
Skyler Wonder
Oct 08, 2021
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My daughter has been going to BPA on and off for many years. Off predominantly because of COVID. She has taken many classes and loved each and every one as well as her instructors. Elisa and her husband go above and beyond for the children to have their best experience possible. I highly recommend BPA to any family because they treat you like family!!
Treena Rivera
Oct 07, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
My daughter had a very memorable and fulfilling experience at BPA.She attended the Best of Broadway summer camp several times and she also took voice lessons with Ms. Elisa. Not only did she develop her confidence in singing and acting in front of an audience, but she had so much fun with her friends there.
My daughter had a very memorable and fulfilling experience at BPA.She attended the Best of Broadway summer camp several times and she also took voice lessons with Ms. Elisa. Not only did she develop her confidence in singing and acting in front of an audience, but she had so much fun with her friends there.
