Eastern Shore Dance Academy

06/08/2026

Say hello to our 2026-2027 Company members! We are so proud of your performance at auditions and can’t wait for the year ahead! Our second audition is August 2nd! 🤩

05/28/2026

05/14/2026

🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟

Kerigan Chapman is graduating from Bayshore Christian School. During her time at Bayshore, she has faithfully served as an SGA leader, school ambassador, and member of the service ministry team. Kerigan was also a dedicated member of the Varsity Cheer team and proudly served as captain for two years. Beyond school, she was actively involved in the community through the National Charity League of the Eastern Shore and as a leader in the children’s ministry at 3Circle Church.

After graduation, Kerigan plans to attend Samford University, where she will study Family Sciences or Nonprofit Management with a minor in Missions.

Kerigan has been part of the ESDA family for 7 years. Reflecting on her time at the studio, she shares:

“Eastern Shore Dance Academy will always hold a special place in my heart. The teachers, friendships, and lessons I’ve gained over the years are memories I will cherish forever. Having a place each week where I could do what I love while feeling encouraged and supported is something I will miss. I’m so excited to dance on the big stage one last time, surrounded by my favorite people. My time at ESDA has been a huge blessing, and it’s hard to say goodbye!”

Kerigan will be performing in Step In Tim on Sunday, May 17th!

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05/13/2026

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨

Chloe Cowan is graduating from Baldwin Preparatory Academy.

Throughout her time at BPA, she has earned her Nursing Assistant certification,HOSA competition where she used her Nursing skills to the test, and Skills USA competition where she competed as well and used the skills she learned to help reach her goals in the nursing field.

In the fall, she will be going to Coastal Alabama Community College where she will major in Nursing to get her RN.

This is Chloe’s 5th year at Eastern Shore Dance Academy. Here is what Chloe has to say about her time at ESDA:

“While I haven’t been here at this studio as long as everyone else has, this has truly become my second home and I will miss my dance family so much next year. Also thank you so much to the teachers that pushed me to my limits and I am so grateful for them!”

Chloe will be performing in our Sunday show, Step In Time!

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05/09/2026

🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟

Lucy Winn is graduating from Spanish Fort High School. While at Spanish Fort she was a member of National Honor Society, French National Honor Society, Diamond Dolls and secretary for the Peer Helpers program. She was also a dancer on Spanish Fort’s dance team.

Post graduation, she will attend Southern Union State majoring in general studies, and plans to attend Auburn University after 2 years at Southern Union.

Lucy has been dancing at ESDA for 15 years. Here is what she says about her time:

“ESDA has changed my life in so many ways. There is something so special about growing as a dancer with the people that I consider family. Throughout my time at the studio I’ve gained life long friendships, valuable lessons, and memories I will cherish forever. There are no words to explain my gratitude for ESDA. I’m so excited to be fulfilling my childhood dreams of dancing on the big stage my senior year, with the best people right by my side. The dance studio will always hold a big place in my heart, and I will miss it endlessly.

Lucy will be playing the role of The Bird in ESDA’s production of Mary Poppins on May 16th!

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05/09/2026

We smiled and sparkled our way through Picture Week!!✨📸 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing families, teachers, and dancers for making it such a success! Now… onto recital!! Only ONE WEEK!!

To purchase a ticket to one of our 3 shows next weekend at the Saenger Theatre, please visit:
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05/05/2026

Company dances are polished and performance ready- one step closer to recital! 🎉

Come see our production of Mary Poppins on May 16 at 3pm @ The Saenger Theatre!

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05/04/2026

🎉 RAFFLE TIME at the Studio! 🎉

We’re excited to announce our Day in the Park themed raffle wagons—perfect for family fun and outdoor adventures!

We have TWO amazing collapsible wagons packed full of goodies, and that means TWO lucky winners!

🎟️ One winner will be announced at Mary Poppins, May 16th
🎟️ One winner will be announced at Step In Time, May 17th

Don’t miss your chance to take home one of these incredible prizes—grab your raffle tickets at the front desk today!

1 for $10
3 for $25
6 for $50

Thank you for supporting our company team!

05/03/2026

🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟

Veronica Farlow is graduating from Fairhope High School through the International Baccalaureate Programme. While at Fairhope, she was an active member of Future Business Leaders of America, Spanish Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and Mu Alpha Theta.

In addition to academics, Veronica was a member of the Fairhope Dance Collective and National Charity League. In the fall, she will be attending the University of Alabama to major in Architectural Engineering.

Veronica has been dancing at ESDA for 15 years. Here is what she has to say about her time here:

“This studio has meant so much to me over the years. Not only has it been a second home, but it has been an escape from reality. ESDA has allowed me to express myself creatively and has always been a safe space to build myself up as a dancer and an individual. My teachers have taught me that it is not only okay to make mistakes, but that those mistakes build us into the people we are. They have also taught me that the best way to grow as a dancer is to do so here, because it is a safe place to take those risks. Dancing alongside these girls has been such an encouragement over the years, and I am so blessed to have the opportunity to dance with them one last time. I will always miss this place, and I will forever be grateful for the memories that stay with me.”

Veronica will be playing the role of Mary Poppins in our ballet production on May 16th at 3PM!