Learn, Grow, and Shine with MPS!
Miss Persis Studio of Dance and Performing Arts has been a staple in downtown Arlington, Texas since 1954. We teach kids, young adults, and not-so-young adults in a fun, safe learning environment. From traditional lessons in tap, jazz, and ballet to musical theatre, hip hop, and lyrical, MPS has something for you. Our cotillion classes, which are offered for sixth-grade students, focus on teaching social skills and dances, culminating in a spring fling dance at the Bob Duncan Center.
Our History
In 1954, Miss Persis Studio began in an old three-story house located near the First Methodist Church of Arlington and then moved to downtown Arlington on Main Street. Five years later, another move was made to the brand new Town North Shopping Center, which became our home for some 40 odd years. In 2004, we relocated to Main Street again in historic downtown Arlington. Our purpose is to offer the highest standards of dance education for students of all ages and levels.
Dance Classes
At Miss Persis Studio, we offer a variety of dance classes for students of all ages and levels. From traditional lessons in tap, jazz, and ballet to musical theatre, hip hop, and lyrical, MPS has something for you. Our experienced and certified teachers are dedicated to providing a fun and safe learning environment for our students.
Cotillion Classes
Our cotillion classes are designed for sixth-grade students and focus on teaching social skills and dances. Students meet for six sessions plus a spring party, culminating in a spring fling dance at the Bob Duncan Center. Our cotillion classes are a fun and educational way for young people to learn traditional couples dances, etiquette, and proper dining manners.
Community Outreach
Miss Persis Studio is heavily involved in downtown Arlington and around the Metroplex. We perform dozens of "Elf Shows" every December at nursing homes and retirement facilities, bringing joy and cheer to those in need. We also perform at fairs and carnivals, and are the home to Dance Theatre of Arlington.
Faculty & Staff
Our faculty and staff are highly professional and dedicated to providing the highest standards of dance education. Many of our teachers are certified members of the Texas Association Teachers of Dancing, Inc. Get to know our faculty and staff, including Persis Forster, Persis Ann Forster, and Bettie Roeber, who are committed to providing a fun and safe learning environment for our students.
Overall Experience
The reviews unanimously agree that the dance studio provides a wonderful opportunity for children to learn dance, music, and theater in a nurturing environment. The staff and owner are described as nice and supportive. The studio is praised for its ability to shape the lives of children through dance, creating lasting memories.
Praise for the Studio
- The studio is commended for its commitment to following pandemic protocols.
- The instructors are experienced and knowledgeable in various dance styles, including ballet, tap, hip-hop, and musical theatre.
- The studio is credited with helping children develop into quality dancers.
Personal Experiences
- Reviewers have fond memories of attending the studio, with one reviewer recalling their experience from the 1980s.
- Children as young as 2.5 years old have been attending the studio and loving it.
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