Kris Pickar's School of Dance

05/15/2026

Special congratulations to this year’s graduating seniors, Jenna Shimpach, Chloe Subka, and Jadea Estrada!

05/15/2026

The first Grand Recital is just hours away! Join us this evening or tomorrow to celebrate these incredible dancers.

2026 Grand Recitals
✨Friday, May 15 at 7:00 PM
✨Saturday, May 16 at 1:00 PM

Tickets are still available at:
www.riverartscenter.com/tickets/kp

05/14/2026

The Grand Recital dancers are hard at work in rehearsals and so excited to take the stage this weekend. We hope you will join us in celebrating their dedication, heart, and all of the hard work they have poured into this season.

2026 Grand Recitals
▪️Friday, May 15 at 7:00 PM
▪️Saturday, May 16 at 1:00 PM

We are so excited to share these performances with you and celebrate this special weekend together.

05/09/2026

05/08/2026

✨ KP Dancers have had a great week of rehearsals, and tonight is the final rehearsal before our Junior Dancers take the stage tomorrow!

We are so excited to celebrate all of their hard work, growth, and love of dance.

There are still great seats available for tomorrow’s recital!
🎟️Tickets: riverartscenter.com/tickets/kp

04/14/2026

Due to forecasted storms this evening and Sauk Prairie Schools canceling some of their after-school activities, we will not be holding any classes tonight after 5:30 PM. This decision has been made with our dancers’ safety as our top priority.

Thank you for your understanding.

03/26/2026

This Year’s Recital Theme: In This Moment

This year’s recital celebrates the joy, connection, and artistry that dance brings to our lives while highlighting the beauty of being present.

Dance invites each dancer to fully embrace the moment where movement, music, and connection come together. In class, they learn to appreciate themselves as they see their reflection, stay present as they learn choreography, and grow alongside one another in a supportive and encouraging environment.

We hope you will join us in May as we look forward to sharing this meaningful performance with you.

Tickets go on sale Tuesday, April 21 at 10am.

03/15/2026

❄️ Weather Update
Due to the winter weather advisory and storm warning expected this afternoon, we will not be holding classes today.

We will plan an additional practice opportunity closer to the spring recitals and will be sharing practice links later this week so dancers can continue reviewing choreography at home.

Thank you for your understanding.

02/16/2026

KP Company Dancers stepped onto the stage for their first competition of the season at the Imagine Competition at the River Arts Center. Months of rehearsals, teamwork, hard work, and dedication led to a fulfilling and successful weekend of performance experiences.

Meet the team: Alexis Cleveland, Alyssa Dahlby, Amber Dregney, Elle Lassanske, Gretchen Oberloh, Maddie Simonis, Chloe Subka, Eva Sutherland, Gianna Sylvester, Sophie Witecha.

We are so proud of each of you and grateful for the leadership of Abbey Brooks.

01/19/2026

Dance Classes Will Not Meet This Evening

Due to very cold temperatures and strong wind chills, dance classes will not meet this evening.
With many younger dancers, families traveling from rural areas, and teachers commuting from out of town, we feel this is the best choice for everyone’s safety.

Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to seeing the dancers back next week.