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students at First Sunday events or the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Classes for adults are available too! Upcoming Performances: Glee Club Concert | March 10 -12 OUTLET DANCE COMPLEX | ANNAPOLIS As the area’s first and only pre-professional competitive dance program, Outlet Dance Complex is known for its offerings in classical ballet, lyrical, contemporary, and in particular hip hop dancing. Its instructors are professional dancers and choreographers with film and television credits, and nationally-known choreographers are recruited for masterclasses. Classes are offered for everyone, from toddlers to adults. Upcoming Performances: Snowflake Spectacular | January 19 THE TALENT MACHINE | ANNAPOLIS The Talent Machine has a knack for finding talented kids who are passionate about performing. With three full- length, professional-quality musicals on the books each year, the high-energy organization encourages public outreach, performing at school fairs, senior centers, fundraisers, and much more. Past students have gone on to careers on Broadway and beyond.

CREATIVE DANCE FORCE | SEVERNA PARK One of the only dance studios offering pom classes, Creative Dance Force works closely with dancers to identify goals and extend dancing careers outside of the K to 12 school years. Classes are offered in tumbling, tap, musical theatre, jazz, and lyrical, with students ranging in age from toddlers to adults. Creative Dance Force’s programs include College Dance Team Prep, National Honor Society for Dance Arts, and Assist to Teach, a mentorship program that leads dancers into professional careers in the industry.

Upcoming Performances: Annual Showcase | June 14 DAVY DANCE STUDIO | CAPE ST. CLAIRE

One of the premier studios in Annapolis offering dance instruction and musical theatre, Davy Dance is nationally recognized for its work. Some of the best dancers in the area have trained there. Classes are offered in ballet, lyrical, tap, and acro. The award-winning dance company competes regionally. If your child isn’t currently enrolled but loves to perform, there are opportunities to get involved with their holiday musical. Auditions begin mid- summer. NAPTOWN SINGS … AND PLAYS! | ANNAPOLIS If your child is interested in modern music education, Naptown Sings offers fun classes with an emphasis on public performance. You’ve likely seen their talented

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