Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance Studio in Fayetteville, TN
Founded in 1990, Backstage Performing Arts has established itself as a premier destination for dance education in Fayetteville, Tennessee. Our studio cultivates discipline, dedication, confidence, and mutual respect through comprehensive instruction for students aged 3 and older, ranging from beginners to advanced competitors. With a focus on age-appropriate techniques, we provide a safe, engaging environment that fosters personal growth and artistic expression. Our curriculum includes ballet, tap, tumbling, and creative movement, complemented by seasonal productions like The Nutcracker of Lincoln County.As a foster-friendly business, we prioritize inclusivity and community engagement, offering summer dance camps and competitive team opportunities that have earned regional recognition. Our experienced instructors, including owner Melvie Myrick and director Jordan Allen, combine technical expertise with a passion for nurturing young talent, ensuring each student achieves their full potential.
Services
Dance Classes
Ballet Instruction
Tap Dance
Tumbling Classes
Summer Dance Camps
Nutcracker Production
Competition Team
Creative Movement
Private Lessons
Social Media Management
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of dance education experience since 1990
- Age-appropriate instruction from 3-year-olds to advanced dancers
- Award-winning competitive dance company
- Biennial Nutcracker production since 2016
- Foster-friendly business supporting local families
What people say
Nurturing environment
Experienced instructors
High-quality productions
Nutcracker tradition
Competitive success
Services
Dance Classes
Comprehensive dance education for ages 3+ with progressive levels from beginner to advanced. Classes include ballet, tap, tumbling, and creative movement. Our curriculum develops coordination, poise, and confidence through age-appropriate techniques and music.
Nutcracker Production
Biennial community production since 2016 featuring local dancers aged 3-18. Includes rehearsals during class time and weekends. $30 participation fee covers costume maintenance. Builds performance experience and stage confidence for young dancers.
Competition Team
Traveling dance company competing across Tennessee and Alabama. Offers advanced training in choreography, technique, and performance skills. Recognized with multiple awards including Best Choreography and First Overall since 2016.
Summer Dance Camps
Themed summer programs for ages 3-7 including Twinkle Toes Ballerina Camp and Beachtastic Dance Party. Focuses on creative expression through dance games, props, and music. Builds foundational dance skills in a fun environment.
Creative Movement
45-minute introductory classes for 3-5 year olds combining ballet, tap, tumbling, and singing. Uses fairy tales, games, and props to develop motor skills and musicality. First step in our progressive dance education program.
People
Melvie Myrick
Owner/Artistic Director/Instructor
Founder with 35+ years of dance education experience. Oversees artistic direction and curriculum development. Teaches advanced technique classes and mentors instructors.
Jordan Allen
Director/Competition Coordinator/Instructor
Manages competition team logistics and choreography. Coordinates rehearsals and judges preparation. Teaches intermediate-advanced classes with focus on performance excellence.
Hannah Howell
Assistant Director/Instructor
Supports daily operations and instructor training. Teaches ballet and tap classes. Develops curriculum for beginner through intermediate levels with emphasis on proper technique.
Allie Groce
Social Media Manager/Instructor
Manages digital presence and marketing. Teaches creative movement and summer camps. Focuses on engaging young dancers through interactive, technology-enhanced instruction methods.
Emma Shepard
Advanced Ballet Instructor
Specializes in advanced ballet technique and pointe work. Former professional dancer with 20+ years teaching experience. Prepares students for competition and professional auditions.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We offer classes for children starting at age 3, including Creative Movement for 3-5 year olds and progressive levels through advanced dance training.
Is participation in The Nutcracker mandatory?
All ballet students may participate in our biennial Nutcracker production. A $30 fee covers costume maintenance, with rehearsals scheduled during regular class time and weekends.
Do you offer competitive dance opportunities?
Our BPA Company competes regionally across Tennessee and Alabama, winning awards for choreography, technique, and overall performance excellence since 2016.
What summer programs are available?
We provide themed dance camps like Twinkle Toes Ballerina Camp and Beachtastic Dance Party for ages 3-7 during summer months.
How are instructors qualified?
Our team includes owner Melvie Myrick (Artistic Director), Jordan Allen (Competition Coordinator), and certified assistants with extensive dance education backgrounds.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Beyond Nutcracker, we offer recitals, community performances, and competitive events that showcase students' progress and artistic development.
