Studio West believes performing is a vital element for a young dancer’s growth. In January of 2011, Studio West Dance Theatre was established to create a performance division for our dance academy. Since our start, Studio West has performed a number of great ballet’s including:
- The Nutcracker – performed annually since 2009
- Peter Pan – 2011, 2015
- Cinderella – 2012, 2016, 2022
- Coppelia – 2013, 2019
- Alice in Wonderland – 2014, 2018
- Giselle – 2017
- Due to the pandemic, The Nutcracker was not performed in 2020, but SWDT produced two dance video productions: Boundless! in the winter of 2020, and Taking Flight in the spring of 2021.
Studio West Dance Theatre’s mission is to establish a ballet company that operates with the highest of standards of beauty, artistry, uniqueness, and professionalism in dance.
On top of presenting two full-length ballets a year, Studio West participates in dance festivals and host’s the annual Charity Gala: Dance to Make a Difference. For the past eleven years Studio West has supported many philanthropic organizations such as: Boys and Girls Club, Project Medishare, Homeless Backpacks, SafePlace, Northwest Harvest, The Hands on Children’s Museum, Family Support Center of South Sound, and Homes First. Thank you dancers and attendees for your support!