My daughter has danced at Ann's since she was 3 years old. She has become a wonderful dancer, and refuses to dance anywhere else, but based on seeing other companies our dancers are sometimes missing out. While Leighann does demand compliance and dedication, especially for her company dancers, their music and moves are so tired, its sometimes boring and a drag. Many recital dances are more hip and more fun than what is provided for company. Maybe this is because other teachers are picking music, and choreographing, I don't know? But I think it is hard for our dancers to go to competition and see other studio's dancing to more popular music and getting to spread their wings sometimes in a new direction. We need to grow a little, branch out, challenge our students and give them something new they can sink their teeth into.
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