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Edit or delete it, then start blogging! - [American Dance Institute Supports Expansion of CityDance into Rockville Facility](https://cherrycreekdance.com/2016/08/17/american-dance-institute-supports-expansion-of-citydance-into-rockville-facility/) - ROCKVILLE, Md., April 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- American Dance Institute announced today that, beginning in September 2015, it will support the expansion of the CityDance School & Conservatory, headquartered at the Music Center at Strathmore, into studio space at ADI's Rockville facility. - [Is Annabelle Lopez Ochoa the Busiest Female Ballet Choreographer on the Planet?](https://cherrycreekdance.com/2016/06/01/dancing-quotes/) - I grew up dancing, and for a while in college, I was a gym rat. I finally realized... I'm going to create a little more balance in my life and make exercise something that I enjoy doing. So I went back to dance when I started doing more musical theatre, and I've just found that - [Performances Onstage This Month In New York City](https://cherrycreekdance.com/2016/05/21/performances-onstage-this-month/) - NC tour A Canadian who lives in North Carolina, choreographer-on-the-rise Helen Simoneau is using her newest evening-length work, Caribou, to take a closer look at heritage, assimilation and identity. She studies these ideas through the iconic caribou—an enormously antlered animal beloved by our friends to the nort. - [In London, a ‘Frankenstein’ With Empathy](https://cherrycreekdance.com/2016/04/07/in-london-a-frankenstein-with-empathy/) - LONDON — The creature of “Frankenstein,” or “The Modern Prometheus,” as the author Mary Shelley subtitled her 1818 masterpiece, is perhaps literature’s most misunderstood and misrepresented character: more an infantile outcast longing for love than a vengeful monster chased by pitchfork-wielding mobs. It is that misbegotten aspect that drew the choreographer Liam Scarlett to bring Shelley’s story to life in a full-length work for the Royal Ballet, running May 4-27. While the thought of a dancing monster may strike some as funny — think Peter Boyle in a white-tie-and-tails routine with Gene Wilder in “Young Frankenstein” — for Mr. Scarlett it was a chance to reinterpret a story that has long enthralled, and often baffled, readers and audiences. - [Review: For Pennsylvania Ballet, Transitions Onstage](https://cherrycreekdance.com/2016/03/31/review-for-pennsylvania-ballet-transitions-onstage-and-off/) - All dance companies are, inevitably, in perpetual transition, but that’s unusually pronounced just now at Pennsylvania Ballet, which opened a program of 21st-century choreography on Tuesday night at the Joyce Theater. Since Angel Corella became the company’s artistic director in 2014, large numbers of dancers have come and gone. Some of those dancing in New York this week - [American Dance Institute Launches Scholarship Initiative to Promote Racial Diversity in Dance Training](https://cherrycreekdance.com/2016/02/28/adi-launches-scholarship-initiative-to-promote-racial-diversity-in-dance-training/) - Diversity is a hot-button topic in today’s dance world. It’s often linked to conversations about the rise of Misty Copeland, and there have been many notable outreach efforts, such as Charlotte Ballet’s partnership with Dance Theatre of Harlem, American Ballet Theatre’s Project Plié, The Washington Ballet’s recently launched program called Let’s Dance Together and the work done by the International Association of Blacks in Dance. - [Image Post Format](https://cherrycreekdance.com/2016/01/18/1912/) - [Dance/USA Hosts Audience Engagement Webinar](https://cherrycreekdance.com/2016/01/14/danceusa-hosts-audience-engagement-webinar/) - Looking for advice on how to build and maintain an engaged audience for your dance company? Join Dance/USA for its live webinar series, where you can share ideas with a variety of artists and presenters on everything from building community to including disabled audiences. The biweekly series began on February 10, with talks on site-specific work, establishing a following and cultivating new dance fans, and will continue with its next session on March 23. - [The Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation is raising the roof with a “roof-breaking” performance](https://cherrycreekdance.com/2016/01/05/the-alvin-ailey-dance-foundation-is-raising-the-roof-with-a-ceremonial-roof-breaking-performance-on-tuesday/) - The Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation is raising the roof: it held a ceremonial “roof-breaking” performance on Tuesday to mark the beginning of a $25 million construction project that will add three more stories of studios, classrooms and offices to its Manhattan home. The expansion of the building, the Joan Weill Center for Dance, which opened in 2005, is being designed by Iu & Bibliowicz Architects. ## Pages - [Cherry Creek Dance - Best Dance Studio in Denver](https://cherrycreekdance.com/) - Cherry Creek Dance VALUES The Home for dance in Colorado Provide out of this world customer service Touch the life of each and every dancer Prestige worth every penny Quality Enthusiastic Instruction Our Studio theArt of DanceFor All Ages At Cherry Creek Dance, our mission is to create a family-friendly environment where students, young and - [All You Need To Know for Recital Day!](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/recitaldayinformation/) - All you need to know about The Big Day! Your costume: In your brown recital bag is your dancer’s costume(s). You will need to bring this bag with you on recital day – DO NOT THROW IT AWAY – it is color coded to your dancer’s group in the recital. The costume was not made - [Pricing](https://cherrycreekdance.com/pricing/) - Spring Session Pricing January 5 - June 6 $376 Parent Tot 1 class per week $523 1 Hour of Class Per Week $422 1 Hour of Class Per Week Sibling Discount $649 1.25 hours of class per week $754 1.5 hours of class per week $880 2 hours of class per week $708 2 hours - [Policies](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/policies/) - Class Registration Policy: Class Registration and tuition are semester based – when you register your dancer for a class, they will be entered in for a specific day of the week and time such as the Monday, 10am combo class for the entire semester. The fall semester is 5 months long August – December. Spring - [Class Registration](https://cherrycreekdance.com/class-registration/) - Fall Semester Dates: August 18 - December 13, 2025 Spring Registration Begins December 5 Spring Semester Dates: January 5- June 6, 2026 Click on Register Here. Click on My Info tab. Add your dancers to the family members section. Make sure to click yes that you pay for your dancer. Update Credit Card Information - [Justina Blakely](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/justina-blakely/) - Justina Blakely Justina Blakely has been part of the Cherry Creek Dance family for over 17 years, first as a parent of two dancers in the Performing Company and now as Office/Operations Manager. With more than 15 years of experience in education, operations, and people management, Justina is known for keeping things running smoothly and - [Morgan Barnett](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/morgan-barnett/) - Morgan BarnettCombo Instructor Morgan has been dancing since she was 3 years old. She has trained in many dance styles including hip hop, ballet, jazz, tap, and contemporary. Morgan danced for several years in the Cherry Creek Dance Performing Company. She is currently a junior in high school. About Morgan Morgan is so excited - [Koko Buckley](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/koko-buckley/) - Koko BuckleyGuest Instructor Koko grew up in Greeley, Colorado but has lived in Denver for the last 7 years. She started dancing when she was two years old and trained in all styles through high school. She then attended the University of Northern Colorado where she majored in Business and Marketing. After moving to Denver, - [Liah Engelbert](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/liah-engelbert/) - Liah EngelbertHip Hop Instructor Liah began dancing at 3 years old, training in a variety of styles including Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Hip Hop, and Pom. She has trained and competed throughout Colorado, working with many talented choreographers and performing in live productions and music videos. Liah also has four years of dance team experience - [Our Team](https://cherrycreekdance.com/our-team/) - Meet OUR TEAM Stephanie Prosenjak Owner/Artistic Director Sarah Gonzalez General Manager Justina Blakely Operations Director and Performance Coordinator Amy Jo Johnston CCD Accounts Specialist Collette Hitchens Office Staff David Reuille Director of Ballet and Modern Leslie Seabeck Lead Ballet Instructor Jazz and Tap Instructor Anna Hammond Ballet Instructor Taylor Moss Hip Hop Director, Jazz - [Contact Us](https://cherrycreekdance.com/contact/) - We love to hear from our customers! Do you have a question or concern? Interested in renting space or having us host a birthday party? Are you looking for dance apparel or shoes? Drop us a line and let us know. We will get back to you as soon as possible with an answer. Please - [Anna Hammond](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/anna-hammond/) - Anna Hammond Ballet Instructor Miss Anna started her dance journey as a student of Charles Maple from the American Ballet Theatre and Patrick Franz from the Paris Opera Ballet. During that time, she attended the School of American Ballet and Utah Metropolitan Ballet’s Summer Program. Anna graduated from Hope College with a degree in Dance - [Brianna Bootle](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/brianna-bootle/) - Brianna BootleCombo, Jazz and Tap Instructor Brianna is a college student at MSU Denver, where she is pursuing a degree in Marketing and Dance. She has trained with the Cherry Creek Dance Performing Company since middle school, gaining extensive performance experience. Brianna is also a current member of the MSU Denver Dance Team, where she - [Company Performances](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/events/company-performances/) - 2025 Hilltop Halloween Festival October 19, 2024 Performance time: 3:30 pm Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of family fun at the Hilltop Halloween Festival! Join your neighbors for a fang-tastic day filled with: 👻 Costume encouraged, fun contest for pets 🍭 Trick-or-treat stations & sweet surprises 🎶 Live entertainment and ghoulish games - [Not So Scary Halloween Ball](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/notsoscaryhalloweenball/) - Not So Scary Halloween Ball 🎃 Not-So-Scary Halloween Ball, Trunk or Treat & Treat Parade 🎃 Saturday, October 25 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Come dressed in your costume and join us at Cherry Creek Dance for a Not-So-Scary Halloween Ball filled with games, dancing, and treats — just $25 per child! After the - [Events](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/events/) - PARENT’S NIGHT OUT The best thing ever for kids AND parents! Drop the kids off at the studio for dancing, games, movies, & pizza. $35 per dancer. Siblings are $25. *Must register by noon on Friday of the PNO. A cancellation fee of $15. per child will apply to any enrollment cancelled after 12pm on - [Parent's Night Out](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/parentsnightout/) - PARENT’S NIGHT OUT The best thing ever for kids AND parents! Drop the kids off at the studio for dancing, games, movies, & pizza. 5:30-7:30 $35 per dancer. Siblings are $25. *Must register by noon on Friday of the PNO. A cancellation fee of $15. per child will apply to any enrollment cancelled after 12pm - [Taylor Moss](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/taylor-moss/) - Taylor MossDirector of Jazz and Hip Hop Department Taylor is a marketing professional from 9 to 5 who loves to groove any other time of the day. As a Denver native, Taylor was primarily trained at Cherry Creek Dance, attended Denver School of the Arts as a dance major, and graduated from Cherokee Trail as - [Dress Code](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/dress-code/) - Every student is accepted for who they are. Our dress code is gender inclusive, and every dancer should wear which option feels appropriate to them. The selected attire is to support every dancer’s safety and comfort. No necklaces, bracelets or hanging earrings in any classes. - [Recital Tickets](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/recitaltickets/) - Buy Here Tickets on SALE November 21, 2025 at 10:00 am WINTER RECITAL Winter Recital Information December 14, 2025 Where: The Newman Center at the University of Denver 2344 E Iliff Ave, Denver, CO 80210 When: SHOW 1 9:30 CCD Ballet Production: The Nutcracker All ballet classes with the exception of combo classes SHOW 2 - [Recitals](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/recital/) - Semi-Annual Recitals: Winter and Spring Winter Recital is December 14, 2025 We have two recitals during the year. One is held in mid-December at the University of Denver’s Newman Center for Performing Arts 2344 E Iliff Ave, Denver, CO 80210 and the second one towards the beginning of June at University of Denver’s Newman Center - [Lyrical/Contemporary](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/lyrical/) - Lyrical/Contemporary is a style of dance that encourages the expression of emotion and storytelling through choreography and movement derived from the lyrics. Lyrical dance incorporates some techniques from ballet, modern and jazz but is a constant evolving style of dance. These classes are offered for ages 6 through advanced adults. We also offer a pre-lyrical - [Spring Recital 2025 Program Show 4](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/recitalprogramsshow-4/) - [Spring Recital 2025 Program Show 1](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/recitalprogramshow1/) - [Spring Recital 2025 Program Show 3](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/recitalprograms-show3/) - [Spring Recital 2025 Program Show 2](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/recitalprograms-show-2/) - [Dance Intensives](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/danceintensives/) - Register Today! Early bird 10% discount-Registry by March 1. DANCE INTENSIVES Come experience a comprehensive dance journey with our Summer 2024 dance intensives. We will be featuring a diverse range of disciplines such as ballet, pre-pointe/pointe, yoga, jazz, tap, lyrical, modern, musical theatre, hip hop, ballroom, and tumbling. You will have the opportunity to immerse - [Cherry Creek Dance Performing Company](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/events/cherry-creek-dance-performing-company/) - The CCD Performing Company (CCDPC) is a passionate group of dancers ranging from ages 6 to 18, united by their love for dance. Company dancers devote themselves to comprehensive dance training across various disciplines. Their rigorous schedule includes multiple hours of focused practice throughout the week, emphasizing a well-rounded approach to dance education. This love - [Birthday Parties](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/birthdayparties/) - 🎉 BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT CHERRY CREEK DANCE 🎉 Make your child’s birthday unforgettable with a one-of-a-kind dance party! Host your party in one of our 7 fabulous studios or let us come to you—at your home or any location you choose! Party Details: Parties are typically 1.5 hours but can be extended upon - [Pre-Ballet & Ballet](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/ballet/) - Pre-Ballet & Ballet Class Schedule Pre-Ballet Our Pre-Ballet classes are perfect for the little ballerina in your life! This class is dedicated to the introduction to the classic discipline of ballet only. Our goal is for children to experience the joy of movement through dance. Focus points include class etiquette, musical rhythms, basic ballet positions, - [Studio Rentals](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/studio-rentals/) - Looking for the perfect space to rehearse, train, or create? Cherry Creek Dance offers studio rentals for individuals and groups in our community! Our studios are clean, spacious, and equipped with speakers—just bring your own iPhone adapter (dongle) to connect. Choose the right space for your needs: Small Studios$30/hr Studio 2 INQUIRE Medium Studios$40/hr Studio - [September Stowell](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/september-stowell/) - September StowellContemporary and Hip Hop Instructor September Stowell has been dancing for over 11 years, generally training in contemporary, jazz, hiphop, and ballet. She danced with the Denver Nuggets Dance team for the past two years. Being a part of the team when they won the championship her rookie year was an experience she will - [Kaylee Jenkins](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/kaylee-jenkins/) - Kaylee JenkinsBallet and Company Choreographer Kaylee Jenkins is a recent graduate from Minnesota State University, Mankato. KJ was a 4-year member of the Maverick Dance team and Captain for the 2023-2024 season. Before dancing in college, KJ trained at various studios across the Twin Cities. KJ loves teaching all styles of dance, but her favorite - [Amy Jo Johnston](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/amyjo-johnston/) - Amy Jo JohnstonJazz/Hip Hop As the current Dance Teams Manager of the NBA Denver Nuggets Dancers and the NLL Colorado Mammoth Wild Bunch Dance Team, Amy Jo Johnston has performed, choreographed, and coached for 25 years in professional sports. She danced for 2 seasons with AFL AZ Rattlers Sidewinders, 6 seasons with the NBA Phoenix - [Ariana Kusow](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/ariana-kusow/) - Ariana KusowHip Hop Instructor Ariana started dance at 4 years old after trying almost every other sport. She is trained in tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary and hip hop. She went on to join her high school dance team in Wisconsin and became Pom captain her senior year. About Ariana Ariana is a finance professional during - [Summer Camps, Workshops, and Intensives](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/summercampsintensives/) - Registration will open 12/23 SUMMER CAMPS NEW THIS YEAR: We are offering afternoon camps so your dancer can spend just the morning or the afternoon or the whole day with us! We will have staff available for the hour lunch break with no additional charge. *afternoon camps available for ages 4 and up Let your - [Spring 2024 Recital Videos](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/recital-videos/) - Roll Out the Red Carpet Spring 2024 Recital Videos Show 1: The Little Mermaid – https://vimeo.com/showcase/11344713 Show 2: Roll Out the Red Carpet – https://vimeo.com/showcase/11344877 Show 3: Roll Out the Red Carpet –https://vimeo.com/showcase/11344875 Show 4: Roll Out the Red Carpet – https://vimeo.com/showcase/11344873 Please use password emailed to you to access videos. - [Studio](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/) - Stephanie Prosenjak Owner and Artistic Director About Us Owner, Stephanie Prosenjak, opened the studio on October 1, 1993, bringing with her some of the top dancers, teachers, and students from around the Denver metro area. Since opening, Cherry Creek Dance has put on some great performances at events such as the Denver Broncos Halftime Show, - [Cherry Creek Dance - Best Dance Studio in Denver](https://cherrycreekdance.com/first-month-free/) - theArt of DanceFor All Ages At Cherry Creek Dance, our mission is to create a family-friendly environment where students, young and old, can build self-esteem, lifelong friends, and a true love for dance. You will see our professional company, our Cherry Creek Dance Performing Company actively participating in many community events. Our staff, students, and - [Schedule](https://cherrycreekdance.com/schedule/) - Cherry Creek Dance Class Schedule Summer Camps Afternoon and Saturday Summer Workshops - [Recital Practice Videos](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/recital-practice-videos/) - Recital Practice Videos are available. If you do not see your class, we are adding more videos throughout the week. Password: Practice624 Click Here - [Blaine Donovan](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/blaine-donovan/) - Blaine DonovanIrish Step Dance Instructor Blaine has been dancing since the age of 7. His passion and love of Irish dance led him to train everyday going on to win local, international and world championship titles in solos and teams. He became a part of the teaching staff of one of the largest Irish Dancing - [Mia Harris](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/mia-harris/) - Mia HarrisBallet and Lyrical Instructor Mia began dancing at 5 years old, training in a variety of styles including Ballet, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Pom. For over a decade, Mia has danced competitively in the Denver area, where she has had the privilege of working with esteemed choreographers such as Sienna Lyons, Sarah - [Ashley Cummins](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/ashley-cummins/) - Ashley CumminsHip Hop Instructor Ashley grew up in a dance family- her mother was a teacher and her aunt owned a dance studio in the small town of Hannibal, Missouri. As soon as she could walk, Ashley attended her first combo class! She went on to dance competitively from ages 5 to 18 in jazz, - [NHSDA Events and Meetings](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/nhsdaeventsandmeetings/) - CCD/NHSDA Bake Sale Help us raise money for Pancreatic cancer research by purchasing one of our delicious baked goods! October 20 5:00-5:30 pm October 21 9:45-11:00 am October 23 4:15-5:45 We are joining the University of Colorado at the Pancreatic Cancer Race to cheer on racers and help raise money for Pancreatic Cancer Research. If - [Pom Cheer Tumbling](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/pom-cheer-tumbling/) - Pom/Cheer/Tumbling is perfect for dancers looking to explore a high-energy and dynamic class. The class focuses on dancing with precision, formations, jumps, stunts, working with poms, and basic tumbling. Teachers will play upbeat, clean music that gets the dancers excited and ready to learn. These classes are offered for ages 6-8 and 9-11. Pom Cheer - [Mandy Castro](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/mandy-castro/) - Mandy CastroHip Hop Instructor Mandy Castro began dancing at just 5 years old. She performed for a competitive cheer team for 3 years and won a national title at the 2017 Summit Championship. She has trained in a variety of styles including: Ballet, Pom, Jazz, and Hip Hop. Mandy danced 2 years on the Monarch High School Varsity Dance - [Pro Cheer](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/pro-cheer/) - Our pro cheer class is geared toward adults interested in auditioning for college or professional sports teams. It includes a warm up, across the floor technique and a dance combination. It will certainly help you with your dancing both technically and stylistically and prepare you for auditions. - [Hip Hop](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/hiphop/) - Hip Hop classes are very popular and are high energy classes. No matter what you will be partying in this class! Fun, upbeat music for younger hip hop classes and in our adult classes it varies from classic hip hop to current hip hop music. Styles range from the most current and creative choreography, to - [Combo](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/combo/) - Our combination classes are generally the best way to learn about dance, music, movement, interacting with others, and learning about instruction through a positive, warm environment. Students will not only dance at the ballet barre, but enjoy moving throughout our beautiful dance rooms. The class consists of 20-25 minutes of tap and 30-35 minutes of - [Privacy Policy](https://cherrycreekdance.com/privacy-policy/) - Thank you for choosing to be part of our community at Cherry Creek Dance ("Company", "we", "us", "our"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy notice or our practices with regards to your personal information, please contact us at - [Parent & Tot One Month Free 1 class/week](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/parent-tot-one-month-free-1-class-week/) - [Jobs](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/jobs/) - We are looking for children’s Hip Hop, Tap and Ballet instructors. Please fill out our contact form below. Interested in working for Cherry Creek Dance? Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * Email * Phone Number * Please briefly tell us about yourself * Resume * Submit - [Kristen Poppe](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/kristen-poppe/) - Kristen PoppeTap Instructor Kristen Poppe is an interdisciplinary dance artist based in Denver, Colorado. She started tap dancing at 19, but didn’t begin serious training until she was 32, when she quit her day job to become a dancer. Now she studies tap, ballet, Irish, flatfooting, and contemporary dance, and teaches tap and ballet to - [Kathy Vreeland](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/kathy-vreeland/) - Kathy VreelandBallet Instructor Kathy is thrilled to be teaching ballet and pointe at Cherry Creek Dance. She owned and founded Laramie Dance Center from 2005-2013 in Laramie, Wyoming. Earlier in her career, she danced professionally in Irving, Texas, Dallas, Las Vegas,(where she also starred in numerous industrials and conventions) as well as companies throughout Denver - [Emma Knor](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/emma-knor/) - Emma KnorBallet Instructor Emma grew up dancing at Cherry Creek Dance and was inspired to pursue a professional ballet career from a young age. She trained under Jocelyn Labsan, Andrew Thompson, and Stephanie Prosenjak who all helped her prepare for training and performing at ABT’s summer intensive, with Orlando Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Ballet Theatre - [Matt Cole](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/matt-cole/) - Matt ColeHead of Tap Department Matthew Cole began dancing at the age of 3 in his family’s dance studio. Throughout the years, he has enjoyed dancing the roles as the prince and king in “The Nutcracker” the king in “Alice in Wonderland”. He also was a member of Miller’s competition team, “Miller’s Dance Force” for - [Leslie Seabeck](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/leslie-seabeck/) - Leslie SeabeckBallet Leslie Seabeck, originally from the state of Wyoming holds a BFA in Theatre and Dance Performance. Leslie, in her 20th year of teaching started at the age of 17 in Cody, Wyoming at Cody Center For Performing Arts. From a young age, Leslie aspired to become a dance instructor. This passion led her - [Instructors](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/) - Stephanie Prosenjak Owner/Artistic Director Know More Lee Prosenjak Owner Know More Sarah Gonzalez General Manager Know More Lauren McDonald Assistant Director/Lead Teacher Know More Koko Buckley Head of Contemporary and Lyrical Deparment Know More Jennifer Kuhn Ballet Know More David Reuille Ballet/Modern Know More We are Looking for You to Join Our Team Contact Us - [Musical Theater](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/muscialtheater/) - Musical theater classes are super fun and high-energy classes that explore a variety of dance styles, create self-confidence and character building, and include improvisation exercises and acting games, occasionally the classes work on singing but always work on developing a performer’s stage presence. We offer musical theatre for ages 5 and up, and Broadway jazz - [Tap](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/tap/) - Our tap classes explore the fundamentals of tap technique and terminology, with an emphasis on musicality and coordination. These classes incorporate both classic Broadway tap and rhythm tap, develop coordination, and a sense of understanding rhythms and synchronizations of taps with music. We explore both the elegant and graceful styles like Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, - [Jazz](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/jazz/) - Jazz classes are very high energy from the music to the movement. They have a strong emphasis on technique, stretch and strengthening, and style that is influenced by music, culture, and passion. We offer jazz classes that range from traditional east coast NY, and classic Broadway style to the west coast- LA style of street - [Strength & Stretch](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/strength-stretch/) - Strength & Stretch This technique “utilizes the floor to correct and refine body alignment, and includes gentle exercises to strengthen joints, increase vitality, and help rehabilitate injuries without the pressure of gravity.” It increases cardio endurance, boosts metabolism, and burns calories quickly. Through low-impact exercises that focus the majority of the body’s weight centrally rather - [Parent & Tot](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/parent-tot/) - This 30-minute parent/tot class is a nice way to introduce the Cherry Creek Dance staff and the studio to young dancers and their parents. The class covers basic stretches, ballet steps, movement across the floor, fun interactive songs, and dances ranging from Disney classics to traditional children’s songs, and at the end of each class, - [Breakdance](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/breakdance/) - Breakdancing, also known as b-boying/b-girling, represents the original form of hip hop dance. At the basic level, breaking exercises fundamental skills such as rhythm, balance, flexibility, and self-expression! Because this class is “freestyle” in nature, breakdancing takes students on a journey to increase self-awareness and encourages character development. Our progressive breakdancing program guides students through - [Modern](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/modern/) - Modern dance is a style that is very specific with a definite set of rules for each of the disciplined styles. We incorporate different elements from each of the following styles: Martha Graham, Horton, Limon, Dunham, and Cunningham. We also explore the styles of these incredible companies: Paul Taylor, Parsons, and Alvin Ailey. These are - [David Reuille](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/david-reuille/) - David Reuille Ballet/Modern Artistic Director – Apex Dance Mr. Reuille (pronounced “Roy”) has a distinct artistic vision for dance that fuses many different dance styles into a vibrant and exciting movement style accessible to everyone, no matter their level of exposure to the arts. He has created dances for numerous professional and regional dance companies - [Sarah Gonzalez](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/sarah-gonzalez/) - Sarah GonzalezGeneral Manager Sarah Gonzalez began her training at the School of Music and Dance in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Studying ballet, jazz, lyrical, tap, hip-hop and modern with Robin Bowman, Dawn Glass, Lauren Swartz (Seigman) and Andrea Wimmer. Following high school graduation, Sarah continued her training at Shenandoah Conservatory in Winchester, Virginia as a dance performance - [Stephanie Prosenjak](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/instructors/stephanie-prosenjak/) - Stephanie ProsenjakA passion for DanceOwner/Artistic Director Stephanie Prosenjak is the founder and artistic director of Cherry Creek Dance. She has dedicated her life to the Denver dance community. She is unique in her ability to teach all ages, levels, and styles of dance at her home studio, Cherry Creek Dance. In addition to teaching, Stephanie - [Registration](https://cherrycreekdance.com/registration/) - Spring Class Registration Register Here Summer Class Registration Register Here Recital Registration Register Here Summer Camp Registration Register Here - [Welcome](https://cherrycreekdance.com/welcome/) - theArt of DanceFor All Ages At Cherry Creek Dance, our mission is to create a family-friendly environment where students, young and old, can build self-esteem, lifelong friends, and a true love for dance. You will see our professional company, our Cherry Creek Dance Performing Company actively participating in many community events. Our staff, students, and - [Classes](https://cherrycreekdance.com/classes/) - Salsa and Merengure Learn it with an Experienced Teachers Staff, students and the community are invited for an in-depth discussion about research currently featured at the Discovery niche in the Town Center. LEARN MORE World Contemporary Learn it with an Experienced Teachers Staff, students and the community are invited for an in-depth discussion about research - [COVID-19 Guidelines](https://cherrycreekdance.com/studio/covid-19-guidelines/) - Before entering the building, all dancers will have their temperatures taken. We ask that you to take your child’s temperature before leaving your house. For the safety of all dancers and staff, anyone with a temperature of 100.4 or above will be asked to stay home and not attend camp or class. 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