Dance Theatre Northwest

09/01/2026

Fall is almost here, and so is our updated class schedule! 🍂🩰

Beginning September 8, our fall schedule and class changes take effect, with plenty of opportunities for dancers of all ages to get moving, try something new, and keep growing in the studio.

Whether you have a young dancer just getting started, a teen ready to take their training further, or you’ve been thinking about getting back into dance yourself, we’d love to have you join us this fall.

✨ Youth & Teen Classes: https://dtnw.org/kids-and-teen-classes/
✨ Adult Classes: https://dtnw.org/adult-class/

We’re looking forward to a great fall season at DTNW! 🍁

08/12/2026

Building a foundation for beautiful technique, one bo***ée at a time — with plenty of memories made along the way. 🩰

Few things excite us more than seeing our young dancers discover just how much they’re capable of.

Every carefully placed arabesque and confidently finished combination offers a glimpse of what can grow from strong training, hard work and a lifelong love of dance. 🧑‍🩰

The energy was infectious in the studio last week as our Summer Intensive for Youth & Teens took off with a whirlwind of tendus, turns and tenacity — all essential ingredients in developing confident, expressive dancers.

Under the careful guidance of Artistic Director Melanie Kirk-Stauffer and visiting ballet master Richard Philion, students spent five days building confidence, refining their technique, challenging themselves and growing as dancers.

Join us in giving these wonderful young dancers a well-deserved round of applause in the comments below! 👇👏

Photos provided by Ken Hassman, thank you Ken!

08/11/2026

A few pictures taken by Ken Hassman at DTNW’s August 8 performance.

07/29/2026

They don’t call it the Ultimate Adult Ballet Summer Intensive for nothing! 🩰💛

Last week, we kicked off the first of our Summer Intensive series for adult ballerinas with four inspiring days in the studio.

Students came together to challenge themselves, refine their technique, and build lasting friendships as they continued their ballet journeys.

Impeccable technique begins with a careful balance of mind, body, and spirit. Through a curriculum focused on injury prevention, turns, pre-pointe foundations, stretching, and conditioning, our dancers flourished under the expert guidance of Artistic Director Melanie Kirk-Stauffer and visiting ballet master Richard Philion.

The result? A new class of dancers—many realizing lifelong dreams—ready to continue growing in both their artistry and technical mastery. We couldn’t be more proud of each and every one of them.

Come celebrate their hard work at our Summer Showcase on Saturday, August 8, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the University Place Library

07/29/2026

They don’t call it the Ultimate Adult Beginner Ballet Summer Intensive for nothing! 🩰💛

Last week, we kicked off the first of our Summer Intensive series for adult beginner ballerinas with four inspiring days in the studio.

Students came together to challenge themselves, refine their technique, and build lasting friendships as they continued their ballet journeys.

Impeccable technique begins with a careful balance of mind, body, and spirit. Through a curriculum focused on injury prevention, turns, pre-pointe foundations, stretching, and conditioning, our dancers flourished under the expert guidance of Artistic Director Melanie Kirk-Stauffer and visiting ballet master Richard Philion.

The result? A new class of dancers—many realizing lifelong dreams—ready to continue growing in both their artistry and technical mastery. We couldn’t be more proud of each and every one of them.

Come celebrate their hard work at our Summer Showcase on Saturday, August 8, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the University Place Library Atrium!

07/15/2026

✨ Join us for an afternoon of dance!

Dance Theatre Northwest invites you to our Summer Dance Showcase, a free community performance celebrating the dedication, artistry, and hard work of our dancers.

From young performers taking the stage to experienced dancers sharing their passion for ballet, this showcase is a wonderful opportunity to experience the joy of dance in an intimate setting. Whether you’re a longtime ballet lover or simply looking for a fun, family-friendly event, we’d love to have you with us.

📅 Saturday, August 8, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 University Place Pierce County Library & Civic Atrium
3609 Market Place W, Suite 100
University Place, WA

Admission is FREE, and everyone is welcome. Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us celebrate another wonderful season of dance!

We look forward to sharing the afternoon with you.

05/27/2026

Cast photos are now available online!

Relive the memories and view professional portraits from this year’s performance.

Visit https://dtnw.org/video-library/ to view and purchase your photos.

05/22/2026