Caruthers Creative Center
6407 Prospect
Kansas City, MO 64132
United States
ph: (816)361-6320
alt: (816)313-0052
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Saturday Classes
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Beginner to Advance Beginner Level
9-10 am Ballet/Tap Combos
This is a beginner to advance beginner class for ages 9-11 taught by Donna Johnson, with assistance from Carlene Johnson held in Studio B.
9-10 am Ballet/Tap Combos
This is a beginner to advance beginner class for ages 5-8 taught by Sharon Davis with assistance from Shanise Davis in Studio A.
10-11 am Karate (Co-ed)
This is a beginner to advance beginner class for ages 5 & up taught by Ed Johnson in Studio B.
11am-12pm Preschool Ballet/
Tap Combo
This is a preschool dance class for ages 3-5. Must be toilet trained. Taught by Donna Johnson with assistance from Sharon Davis in Studio A.
12-1 pm Pee Wee Hip Hop NEW!!!
This is a NEW class offered for ages 3-5 years in Hip Hop that will be sure to have them ready for a nap afterwards! It is a fun and exciting way to learn and get coordinated as well as develop gross motor skills. Your toddler will love it. Taught by Shanise Davis and assistant Brittany Dixon held in Studio A. Must be toilet-trained.
12-1 pm Acrobatics
This is a beginner to advanced beginner acrobatic class starting at age 5 taught by Sheritha Hyler in Studio B.
5-6 pm Ballet
This is a beginner to intermediate class for ages 12 & up taught by Virginia Raspberry in Studio B.
Open Level
11am-12 pm Hip Hop (Co-ed)
This is an all levelsclass for ages 6-11 taught by Shanise Davis and Sheritha Hyler in Studio B.
10-11 am Baton
This is an all levels class for baton for ages 5 & up beginner to adv. intermediate taught by Coryelle Abney with assistance by Carlene Johnson in Studio A.
2-3 pm Hip Hop (Co-ed)
This is an all levels class for ages 12 & up taught by Samuel Lockridge and assisted by Sheritha Hyler in studio A. Come ready to sweat!
2-3 pm Writing Tutorial New!!!
This is an all levels class for those interested in learning how to write or who need assistance in writing. For more information, please email us or come up to inquire. It will be held in Studio C.
3-4 pm Adult Tap/Jazz (co-ed)
This is an all levels class for adults age 19 & up taught by Tony Caruthers assisted by Sharon Davis in Studio B. It is sure to get you movin'!!!
3-4 pm Cheer leading & Fitness
This is an all levels class in cheerleading & fitness for ages 5 & up taught by professional cheerleader Mallorie Denmon assisted by Virginia Raspberry in Studio A.
4-5 pm Open to Advance Level (co-ed) Jazz Class
See below in the advance level class section for a description of jazz age group 12 & up.
4-5pm Adult Hip Hop New!!!
This is an all levels class for adults age 19 & up taught by Samuel Lockridge in Studio B-- Been wanting to shed a few pounds and impress even yourself on the dancefloor??? Well, here is your chance!
Intermediate to Advance Level
2-3 pm Ballet/Tap Combo
This is a intermediate class for ages 8-11 taught by Donna Johnson assisted by Sharon Davis in Studio B.
3-4 pm Ballet
This is an advance beginner to intermediate level class for ages 11 & up taught by Virginia Raspberry with assistance by Shanise Davis in Studio B.
5-6 pm Acrobatics (co-ed)
This is an intermediate level class ages 8 & up taught by Dawn Todd and assisted by Sheritha Hyler and Samuel Lockridge in Studio A. Aerials are also taught as a part of this class. Acrobatic Competitions are an option for each student who the instructors decide qualify.
Advance Level Classes
1-2 pm Advance Tap Class (co-ed)
This is an advance class for ages 12 & up taught by Myon Caruthers with assistance from Shanise Davis in Studio A. Students will receive a strong base in tap technique, terminology, and be introduced to rhythm tap. For jazz, see below.
5-6 pm Advance Level Acrobatics/Aerials (co-ed)
See intermediate level section 5-6 p.m. for this class for older students. Advance students will progress to more aerial stunts.
4-5 pm Open to Advance Level (co-ed) Jazz Class
This is an open to advance class for ages 12 & up taught by Mallorie Denmon with assistance from Brittany Dixon in Studio A. Students will receive a strong base in jazz technique, terminology, and challenging choreography. For the tap component for this age and level, see above.
Feel free to email any questions to us about the schedule
Thursday Classes
Some curriculum details available on website- see appropriate tabs
Beginner to Advance Beg. Level
5:45-6:45 pm Jazz (for the 2nd year)
This is a beginner class for ages 7-10 taught by Sheritha Hyler and Shanise Davis in studio B. We are excited to offer this course to our beginners!
Intermediate-Advance Level
6:45-7:30 pm Ballet Technique New!!
This is a course for ages 8 & up taught by Virginia Raspberry in which students will work on perfecting their technique in Ballet for turns, leaps, and jumps. It is offered in Studio A and is highly recommended for the intermediate to advance dancer!!!
Advance Level
5:45 to 6:45 pm Ballet/Lyrical
This is a course for ages 12 & up taught by Virginia Raspberry with an emphasis on Ballet and hi-lighted by Lyrical Technique in Studio A.
7:30-8:15 pm Dance Troupe (co-ed)
This is a course by invitation only for those who will audition for this performing group taught by Donna Johnson, Shanise Davis, Sheritha Hyler, Sharon Davis, Virginia Raspberry, Shelly Ray-Ausler and Samuel Lockridge taught in studios A, B, and C. These teachers have graciously volunteered their time to assist us with performances and competitions. This course is coordinated by Donna Johnson with lots of help from our Dance Troupe Parents. This course begins in October and more information to come in your child's class if they are eligible. Must have at least 1 year of dance.
Mallorie Denmon, Cheerleading and Jazz Instructor with students Makaylah Clark and Asha Berry in 2009 Jazz Summer Workshop.


Brittany Dixon after her 1st Place Winning at Stage One Productions Competition (Modern Dance "Under The Bridge" choreographed by Monica Terry)

How long can you hold this pose?
2009 Summer Workshop in Modern Dance (Lester Horton Technique) with past instructor Monica Terry
Parking on Saturdays is available on the street in front of the studio or in the parking lot on the North side of the building. No parking on the street Mon-Fri.
Caruthers Creative Center
6407 Prospect
Kansas City, MO 64132
United States
ph: (816)361-6320
alt: (816)313-0052
caruther