Workshops
CURRENT WORKSHOP OFFERINGS:
Open to all ages 16 and up.
Step into the spotlight and experience the joy of Broadway dance in a fun, supportive, and pressure-free environment! Led by accomplished instructor Rochelle Martin, this exciting 10-week class explores a variety of dance styles inspired by some of musical theatre’s most beloved shows.
Each week, participants will learn choreography from a different popular musical number, giving dancers the opportunity to explore everything from classic Broadway jazz and contemporary styles to character-driven movement and high-energy production numbers. Every class is designed to be accessible for beginners while still offering exciting challenges for more experienced dancers.
The best part? Each week stands on its own, so you can join us for a single class, a few favorites, or the entire 10-week series. No matter when you start, you’ll learn a piece of show-stopping choreography and build confidence, performance skills, and stage presence along the way.
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your dance abilities, prepare for future auditions, stay active, or simply have fun dancing to Broadway’s greatest hits, this class is the perfect place to shine.
Each Class meets on Thursday’s from 6:30PM-8PM is $25 to Register. If you are looking to register for 6 or more classes, save $5 PER CLASS with one of our Musical Theatre Dance Workshop Flex Passes
CLASS SCHEDULE (Click on Each Link to Register for Individual Classes. See Below For Package Options)
ALL CLASSES MEET THURSDAY’S FROM 6:30PM-8PM
August 6 – CATS: The Jellicle Ball
August 13 – Jesus Christ Superstar
September 17 – Fiddler on the Roof
CLASS PACKAGE OPTIONS (THESE BULK PACKAGES PROVIDE VOUCHERS THAT CAN BE REDEEMED FOR THE EQUIVALENT NUMBER OF CLASSES. VOUCHERS MAY BE USED FOR ANY CLASS OF YOUR CHOICE IN THIS SERIES AFTER PURCHASE — YOU DO NOT NEED TO SELECT YOUR CLASSES NOW. PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY ONE VOUCHER MAY BE REDEEMED PER CLASS REGISTRATION; FOR EXAMPLE, A 6-CLASS PASS CANNOT BE USED FOR 6 SPOTS IN A SINGLE CLASS):
6 Classes – $120 ($30 Savings)
7 Classes – $140 ($35 Savings)
8 Classes – $160 ($40 Savings)
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Ms. Martin holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Studies from C.W. Post–Long Island University and a Master’s degree in Sports Science from Hofstra University. Her dance training includes studies at the Joffrey Ballet School and the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, as well as many years of private instruction with Trutti Gasparinetti.
As a performer, Ms. Martin has appeared throughout the East Coast and has had the honor of performing at the United States Military Academy at West Point for one of its formal military balls. She also performed in the New York City premiere of Dear Nadezhda by Venti Petrov.
Throughout her career, Ms. Martin has worked with numerous distinguished artists, including Michael Leon Thomas, Carl Paris, Cara Gargano, Svetlana Caton, and Venti Petrov. She also served as assistant to Catherine Turocy of the New York Baroque Dance Company on the Four Rivers project.
An experienced educator, Ms. Martin has taught at several colleges across Long Island. She is currently an Adjunct Professor of Dance and Physical Education at Suffolk County Community College’s Grant Campus, where she also serves as advisor to the Watch Your Step Dance Company. In addition, she is an Adjunct Ballet Faculty member at Five Towns College in Dix Hills, New York.
As a choreographer, Ms. Martin has created works for BroadHollow Theatre Company and CM Performing Arts Center. Her choreography credits include productions of A Bronx Tale, Cabaret, Jesus Christ Superstar, Saturday Night Fever, The Wedding Singer, and many others. Her work has also been presented at Dixon Place and performed by the Post Concert Dance Company.
Ms. Martin is currently completing a pilot research study alongside Amy Marshall, Gregory Youdan, and Tyra Strong, examining the effects of incorporating resistance training into a collegiate dancer’s semester curriculum. The study’s findings will be published in an upcoming paper.
Professionally, Ms. Martin is certified in Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) and holds a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) credential. She is also a member of the National Dance Education Organization and the New York State United Teachers association.
Driven by a passion for both artistic excellence and dancer wellness, Ms. Martin advocates a philosophy that bridges science and performance:
“Train like an athlete. Perform like an artist.”
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