Caruthers' Creative Center Dance Studio

2012 Spring Recital "The End of Time" was grand and oh so much fun!!!

Please Join Us for 2013 June 8th Recital, "Right Now"

Above Makaylah and India in Stage One April 2013 Competition in a Hip Hop Routine "High Gold and 2nd Place Overall!!!"  Way to go to all of our students, Instructors, and Parents! They recieved multiple winnings...See Dance Troupe Page for Postings and more pix below.

816-361-6320

Saturdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursdays 5:45-7:30 p.m.

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Go to http://www.facebook.com and look for us under Caruther's Creative Center and put in a friend request

We will be offering for the second year:

• PEE WEE HIP HOP ages 3-5
  
• ADULT HIP HOP ages 19 & up
  
• AND WE ARE BEEFING UP OUR KARATE/SELF DEFENSE CLASS

  

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  Sign up for karate classes.

We also offer classes in Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Cheerleading, Ballet, and Lyrical

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Recital DVD Pick Up: There are still DVDs, just ask as you enroll!

(Below Dance Troupe April 2013 in Stage One Competition- Award Winning Routines by our Instructors)

Fall enrollment will begin again in September 2013.  In the meantime, please call the studio to inquire about the June 8th, 2013 Annual Recital, theme, "Right Now".

See "Specials" Page for enrollment discounts.

• Business transaction hours beginning September 8, 2012: Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays 5:45-7:30 p.m.We stock and order our own dance supplies at a competitive rate.
• (all prices subject to change)

What We Do

The Caruthers Creative Center is a Performing & Visual Arts Studio, offering dedicated  instruction in  the Kansas City Metro Area for 47 years.

Born to be Stars!!!

 (above La'Jayah Gillis in jazz performance 2012)

Caruthers Troupe does  "Healthy Hip Hop" Video

Lend A Hand Family is spearheading a "NEW" movement called Healthy Hip Hop. Music is the universal language that unites people. We open the ears with music, while opening the mind with knowledge.

Mark and Kya Waltz

Below, student Michaela Medellin in 2009 Summer Acrobatic Workshop by Sheritha Hyler

 Troupe Below 2012 With Rappin' Roy Performance

Below the Adult Praise Dance Class Recital Night from the dance, "Praise Medley".

 For -2013 to 2014 dance year enrollment list & questions, please call or email us at caruthersdancestudio@hotmail.com

Leave your name, student(s)' name(s), phone number, and address.  You can also drop by during business hours!

Our Dance Program starts at Age 3 and up for most classes.  Must be toilet-trained.

 Caruthers & Shawnee Mission South High School Dance Troupes' "Dance for a Cause" Fund Raiser 2012

Great Job to the Troupes, Parents, and Teachers!

What have we been up to?

Stage One Regional Competition April 2013

"Dance for a Cause" Fund Raiser

January 2013

Dance Troupe Nursing Home Performance May  2012

Dance Troupe Showcase with Rappin' Roy Spring 2012

Stage One Regional Competition March 2012

Regionals KC, MO and Nationals Branson, MO

(below Instructor Sheritha Hyler and dancers with award winning Jazz routine)

Stage One March 2011 Competition Regional & Nationals

Acrobatics Regional Competition Fall 2011

Spotlight Dance Competition

March 2010

Gem Theatre Black History Performance

2/26/10

Midwest Models Performance Fall 2009

Acrobatics Regional Competion Fall 2009

Summer Dance Workshop Dates (check back here for dates when the time nears):

Below Sheritha Hyler's Praise Dance Workshop July 19th, 2010

See Summer Dance Program Tab for videos/pictures!

We had a great Spring Recital June 9th, 2012 at the Music Hall 13th & Wyandotte.  Thanks to all for coming and the support! 

If you still would like to purchase a "The End of Time" DVD, please call and make your request at 816-361-6320 and leave your name and phone numberor come July 31st 6-8 pm at the studio. DVDs are $25. 

Dance Troupe Past and Present Performances:

•  Ruskin High School 2008
  
•  Stage One Troupe Nationals July 2008
•  Branson, MO Welks Resort Show  Opener

•  Kansas City Youth Explosion June 2008
•  March 2009 "Keepin It Real"
•  April 2009 Stage One Productions
•  May 2009 Lincoln HighSchool Graduation      
• "Rappin Roy" Video Shoot and Performance 2010
• Stage One Performance 2011
• Stage One Branson Regionals Performance 2012
• Swope Park Community Center Performance  2011
•  Plaza Library Performance with "Rappin Roy"  "Reggie Regg, the Magic Man" 2011
• Stage One Dance Performance  2012
• Stage One Branson Regionals performance 2012
  

Let us add you to our list of performances!!!