Sunday, October 18, 2026 The Dance Factory is excited to announce FALL ’FEST at TDF, a special day bringing our dancers, families, and community together for an afternoon of fall fun, celebration, and giving back. As TDF celebrates our upcoming journey to Los Angeles, we’re taking this exciting moment and using it as an opportunity to make a difference. FALL ’FEST will celebrate our dancers and our TDF family while raising awareness and support for Dancers Against Cancer. 100

A new dance season is here! Whether you’re a returning TDF dancer or stepping into the studio for the very first time, being prepared can make all the difference. From what’s in your dance bag to the mindset you bring into the classroom, these are the essentials every dancer should have ready for Season 29! 🎒 Start With Your Dance Bag Your dance bag is your best friend! Before heading to class, make sure you have everything you need. ☐ Correct dance shoes for each class ☐ Fi

Welcome to The Dance Factory's 2026–2027 season! We are so excited to welcome back our returning dancers and families, along with all of the new faces joining our TDF family this year! We are looking forward to another amazing year filled with dance, growth, friendships, creativity, and memories. As we get ready to kick off Season 29, please take a few minutes to review the information below. This newsletter contains important studio policies, payment information, class expec

What an unforgettable week at The Dance Factory! Our Summer Dance Intensive brought together an incredible group of dancers, teachers, and guest artists for a week filled with hard work, new experiences, creativity, and SO much energy! Our dancers had the opportunity to train in a variety of styles and learn from an amazing lineup of guest teachers: ✨ Casey Harkness Andrade — Jazz ✨ Kayden Chevalier — Contemporary ✨ Lydia Magliocco — Jazz Funk ✨ Mia Daley, Miss Rhode Island —

Good Day TDF family! We are so proud to celebrate our very own, Miss Alicia, who has created this incredible inclusive dance program, “Together We Move”, which she offers right here at The Dance Factory! Below you can read what her program is all about. She will be celebrating her one year anniversary this Sunday with an open house. Please consider sharing with friends and family! Bravo Miss Alicia! Thank you for offering this opportunity for all to enjoy dance in a safe inc

We are excited to announce our Annual Open House at the studio, happening from 4 to 7 pm on August 17th and 18th. This event marks the official start of the 2027 dance season, and we invite dancers, parents, and friends to join us for an engaging and welcoming experience. Whether you are new to dance or a returning family, the open house offers a perfect opportunity to explore our studio, meet our dedicated teachers, and discover what makes our dance community special. Plus,

The recital may be over, but the memories are just getting started! 💜 Recital photos from BOTH our 12PM & 5PM shows are now available for purchase and digital download! From big stage moments to those unforgettable dance memories, you can now relive your favorite moments from our Bloom recital. 🌸 Photos are available through our website and our Gumroad account! 📸 Shop. Download. Relive. Dance.Because these moments deserve to be remembered forever! ✨

The votes are in, and The Dance Factory has officially made it to Round Two of the Industry Dance Awards! 🎉 We are so incredibly grateful for everyone who took the time to vote, share, and support our dancers. But we’re not done yet! Round Two voting is OPEN, and we need your help to keep The Dance Factory moving forward! https://vote.industrydanceawards.com/2026/vote/365/peoples-choice-2026-finalists Every vote makes a difference — so please take a moment to vote, share our

The Dance Factory is thrilled to share some exciting news! Our Teen Production piece, Little Shop of Horrors, has been nominated in the Preliminary Round of the People’s Choice Award for the prestigious Industry Dance Awards. Choreographed by our Artistic Director, Julia Gillis (@jewell_gillis), this production has been a meaningful and exciting creative experience for our dancers and our studio. We are incredibly proud of the hard work, dedication, and artistry our teen danc

We are excited to announce that Factory Flex Program auditions will be held on Friday, June 6th! The Factory Flex Program is a moderately competitive program designed for dancers ages 7–18 who are looking to grow within a supportive and structured competitive environment. This program is perfect for dancers interested in exploring the competitive dance world while maintaining a more manageable schedule and balanced commitment level. Factory Flex focuses on building strong tec

✨ SPIRIT WEEK • JUNE 1ST–6TH ✨ We are so excited to celebrate Spirit Week at the studio from June 1st–6th! This week is all about having fun, showing creativity, and making even more memories together as we head into recital season. We can’t wait to see all of the dancers’ outfits and studio spirit throughout the week! 💜🩵 🕰️ MONDAY: Memory Lane Monday Kick off the week with a trip down memory lane! Dancers can wear old recital costumes, convention shirts, old Halloween co

Our finale combination videos for both dancers standing and dancers sitting are now available on YouTube! We’re so excited for everyone to start practicing and getting performance-ready. Dancers will also be going over the choreography in class with their teachers as we continue preparing for recital! Be sure to review your choreography, have fun with it, and bring your energy and personality to the stage. 🎥 Seated Dancers Finale Combo:Watch Here 🎥 Standing Dancers Finale C

What an unforgettable weekend for our dancers at the Dancing in the Streets Competition! From high scores and title wins to special awards and unforgettable performances, our studio showed up with heart, artistry, and unstoppable teamwork. We are so proud of every single dancer who took the stage! Special Awards ✨ Total Package — “Home” ✨ Disney Divas — “Somebody To Love” ✨ Sharing the Spotlight — “Happy Mistake” ✨ Memorable Moments — “Pumping Up The Party” Overall Choreograp

Dance families, get ready for some thrilling news! Our competitive team training programs have expanded and improved to offer even more chances for your dancers to grow, shine, and enjoy the art of dance. Whether your child is just starting or already competing, we have tailored programs designed to fit every skill level and interest. This update also introduces new teams and solo opportunities that will help dancers explore different styles and performance experiences. Let’s

Hello Dance Factory Families! We are thrilled to introduce our Kick-Start Competitive Program starting this September at The Dance Factory! This new program is tailored for dancers aged 7–12 who are ready to embark on their competitive dance journey in a supportive, encouraging, and FUN environment. Whether your dancer is curious about competing or eager to progress beyond recreational classes—this is where their journey begins. 💗What makes Kick-Start unique? • No formal aud

This past weekend at Turn It Up Regionals was nothing short of magical! Our dancers brought passion, precision, and personality to the stage, and the results speak for themselves. From special awards to solo performances and group numbers, every dancer left their mark. 🌟 Special Awards Our dancers truly shined with awards that celebrated individuality and artistry: “Home” – All The Feels Award “Shake The Room” – Superstar Quality “Stayin’ Alive” – Divalicious Award “Outside

This past weekend at Beyond The Stars in Springfield, MA, The Dance Factory had an unforgettable weekend filled with standout performances, major achievements, and powerful moments on stage. Our team earned an incredible lineup of Special Awards, including “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Steamboat Willie,” and “Home,” highlighting the versatility and artistry across our routines. We are especially proud of our dancers who received Opening Number Invitations and Convention Scholarsh

Explore our newly updated performance makeup and hair resource document, crafted for all our competitors, dancers, and students to enhance their confidence on stage. This interactive resource is tailored for dancers of all ages, genders, and complexions, ensuring they have the necessary products for their performances. We have also developed a customizable checklist for dancers aged 6 and under, those aged 7 and up, and all male-presenting dancers to mark off the items they n

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We’ve got spirit how bout YOU?!? June 3rd-8th will be our ✨Studio Spirit Week!✨we love hosting themed days within the studio to excite...