Taylor Academy of Dance

Taylor Academy of Dance Taylor Academy of Dance is a non-competition technique focused studio in Wake Forest, NC that creates advanced dancers who can become future artists.

We have alumni at Mercyhurst University, Joffrey Ballet School, ECU, and more! 🩰✨

✨ A NEW LOOK FOR A NEW SEASON! ✨While our dancers were enjoying their summer, we were busy giving the studio a little bi...
09/14/2026

✨ A NEW LOOK FOR A NEW SEASON! ✨

While our dancers were enjoying their summer, we were busy giving the studio a little bit of love! 🛠️🩰

From new flooring and fresh paint to updated light fixtures, furniture, cubbies, and storage, our studio has been completely refreshed and ready for another year of dance. 🤍

Every update was made with our dancers in mind — creating a space that feels welcoming, organized, beautiful, and inspiring from the moment they walk through the door.

We are so grateful to our amazing team and community who came together to make all of these changes possible!

We’re so excited to welcome our students — new and returning — into their refreshed home away from home! ✨

Here’s to a new season, new memories, and plenty of dancing ahead. 🩰💫

09/12/2026

✨ Behind every Nutcracker is a team of people who make the magic happen. ✨

Our 2026 Nutcracker auditions are HERE! 🩰🎄 And this year, some of the wonderful volunteers who help make the Jill M. Taylor Dance Company’s productions possible put together this special reel to help spread the word. 💕

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are incredibly grateful for the volunteers who give their time, talents, and energy—and for the generous donors who help us continue bringing meaningful performing arts opportunities to our community. Your support truly makes the magic possible. ❤️

🎄 Auditions are TODAY!
If you’ve been thinking about auditioning, there’s still time to join us!

And if you’d like to help support the work we do beyond the stage, you can make a difference by donating through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue creating opportunities for young dancers and bringing Nutcracker to our community.

Thank you to everyone who helps make this production possible—onstage, backstage, and behind the scenes. We couldn’t do it without you! ✨

09/11/2026

✨ NUTCRACKER INTERVIEW SERIES ✨

Our final dancer interview is with McKenna, who performed in her very first Nutcracker with us last year! 🎄🩰

We asked her:

💭 “What surprised you most about being in The Nutcracker?”

There’s so much that goes into bringing this holiday tradition to life, and sometimes the things you don’t expect become some of your favorite parts! ✨

Whether it’s your first Nutcracker or your tenth, there’s always something new to discover, learn, and experience onstage. ❤️

🎄 Community Nutcracker Auditions are TOMORROW! 🎄

📅 September 12th
📍 Wake Forest, NC

If you’ve been thinking about auditioning… this is your sign! 😉✨

Come make your first (or next!) Nutcracker one to remember. ❤️

✨ And just like that, we’re back in the studio! ✨Our first week of classes is officially in the books, and we couldn’t b...
09/11/2026

✨ And just like that, we’re back in the studio! ✨

Our first week of classes is officially in the books, and we couldn’t be happier to see our studios filled with dancers again! 🩰💖

It has been so wonderful welcoming back returning students and getting to know so many new faces joining our dance family this season.🎉

From familiar routines to brand-new first steps, there has been so much excitement in the studios this week — and we’re just getting started!💕

Classes continue this weekend, so we’re looking forward to another weekend of dancing. And, of course, we’re counting down to Jill M. Taylor Dance Company’s Nutcracker auditions this Saturday, September 12! 🎄✨

What a wonderful way to begin another season. Here’s to a year filled with growth, artistry, friendship, and lots of dancing! 💕

09/10/2026

✨ NUTCRACKER INTERVIEW SERIES ✨

Next up in our dancer interviews is Alice, who’s sharing why she’s auditioning for The Nutcracker — and why YOU should too! 👀🎄😉

There’s something so special about getting to step onto the stage, be part of a story, dance alongside your friends, and create memories that you’ll carry with you for years to come. 🩰✨

But don’t just take our word for it… listen to Alice! ❤️

🎄 Community Nutcracker Auditions
📅 September 12th
📍 Rolesville, NC

Your turn is coming — will we see you at auditions? 👀✨

09/09/2026

✨ NUTCRACKER INTERVIEW SERIES ✨

Today, Senior Company Dancer Hannah is answering one of our favorite questions:

🎄 “What was your favorite role you have ever performed?” 🎄

From telling her story through dance to stepping into the magic of Christmas Eve, playing Clara is a role that gives a dancer the chance to truly become a character and bring the story to life onstage. 🩰✨

We love hearing what makes The Nutcracker so special to each of our dancers — and Hannah’s experience as Clara is a perfect example of how this production creates memories that last long after the final curtain. ❤️

Could you be the next Clara? Or perhaps another character waiting to be discovered! 👀🎄

🎀 Community Nutcracker Auditions
📅 September 12th
📍 Rolesville, NC

Come audition and make your own Nutcracker memories! ✨

09/08/2026

✨ NUTCRACKER INTERVIEW SERIES ✨

We asked one of our youngest dancers a very important question:

🎄 “What are three words you would use to describe The Nutcracker?” 🎄

And her answer is just as precious as she is! 🥹🩰❤️

There’s something so special about experiencing The Nutcracker through the eyes of our youngest dancers — the excitement, the magic, and the pure joy of getting to be part of the story. ✨

Want to experience that magic for yourself? Community auditions are coming up!

📅 September 12th
📍 Rolesville, NC
🎀 Dancers of all experience levels are welcome!

Come make some magic with us! 🎄✨

09/07/2026

✨ NUTCRACKER INTERVIEW SERIES ✨

We’re continuing our dancer interviews and asking our performers what The Nutcracker has meant to them! 🩰🎄

Today, Maddie Gates is sharing how The Nutcracker has given her the opportunity to explore acting, storytelling, and truly embracing her character onstage. ✨

From taking on the role of Clara to performing as the Russian Soloist, Maddie has experienced the many different ways a dancer can bring a character to life — not just through movement, but through expression, personality, and storytelling. ❤️

Because The Nutcracker isn’t just about learning choreography… it’s about becoming part of the story.

🎄 Community Nutcracker Auditions
📅 September 12th
📍 Rolesville, NC

Come discover your character, tell your story, and make your own Nutcracker memories! ✨

09/06/2026

✨ NUTCRACKER COUNTDOWN: 6 DAYS! ✨

We’re continuing our dancer interview series! Today, Company Member Charlotte is sharing her favorite Nutcracker memory — playing the leading role of Clara! 🩰🎄✨

Stepping into Clara’s shoes is such a special experience, and getting to bring her story to life onstage is a memory that stays with you long after the curtain closes. ❤️

Want to create your own Nutcracker memories this year? Auditions are NEXT SATURDAY! 👀✨

🎄 Community Nutcracker Auditions
📅 September 12th
⏰ Audition times vary by age

6 DAYS UNTIL AUDITIONS! Who’s ready to dance into the magic? ✨

09/05/2026

✨ NUTCRACKER COUNTDOWN: 7 DAYS! ✨

We asked our dancers: “Why should you audition for The Nutcracker?” 🩰✨

Today, Company Dancer & Senior Dancer Nina is sharing why you should take the leap and audition! ❤️

Whether you’re brand new to our studio or have been dancing with us for years, The Nutcracker is an opportunity to perform, make memories, challenge yourself, and be part of something magical. 🎄✨

🎟️ Community Auditions | September 12th
⏰ Audition times vary by age
📍 Taylor Academy Studios

We’re officially COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS! ⏳🎄
Are you ready to join us onstage?

7 DAYS. ONE STAGE. SO MUCH MAGIC. ✨

Address

839-D Wake Forest Business Park
Wake Forest, NC
27587

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 4:30am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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+19195562332

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