Play-based learning environment that helps students grow, learn and develop physically, socially, emotionally, in language and literacy and in thinking (cognitive) skills. Designed to help students meet the State of Minnesota Early Learning Standards.
From high to low-impact, Pilates, dance and aquatics, there is a fitness class for you!
Enrichment classes for preschoolers.
Science,Technology, Engineering & Math
In this two week series, students will learn music and choreography from the beloved musical, Grease! Participants will develop skills in singing, dancing, and performing under the direction of Musical Director, Janine Gagnon and choreographer Scott Stafford - open to all lovers of Musical Theater!
This class is taught by local performer Scott Stafford and Musical Director Janine Gagnon as a part of our Summer Artist is Residence Program
Summer Artist in Residence Program
Immerse yourself in creativity this summer! Our Artist in Residence Program is a vibrant initiative designed to connect community members with local makers, artists, and performers, fostering meaningful interactions that celebrate the arts and engage with the creative process up close.
This program also offers kids a unique opportunity to delve deeply into the arts, exploring their creativity through hands-on experiences guided by professional artists. From woodworking to music and theater, kids will discover new passions and hone their talents in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Join us for a summer of connection, creativity, and discovery as we build bridges between artists and the community while nurturing the next generation of creative thinkers!
Scott Stafford (he/him/his) is a Minneapolis-based dancer, choreographer, and teaching artist. From 2014 – 2018, he performed as a repertory dancer with Stuart Pimsler Dancer and Theater, touring and teaching across The United States. He spent six years on the teaching artist roster for The Cowles Center For Dance, until their closure in 2024 – facilitating over 200 workshops in that time within k-12 populations. He is dance faculty at St. Paul Conservatory For Performing Artists, where he teaches contemporary, composition, voguing.
His choreography has been presented by institutions included The Detroit Institute of Art, The Walker Art Center, Franconia Sculpture Garden, Land O’ Lakes Arts, The Southern Theater, The Red Eye Theater, The Cowles Center for Dance, Blue Water Theater, St. Olaf College, Park Square Theater, The University of Minnesota, and Ballare Teatro. His artistic efforts have been recognized by The Foundation for Contemporary Arts, The Minnesota State Arts Board, Minnesota Regional Arts Council, and Springboard For the Arts, and the Jerome Foundation.
As a choreographer for Blue Water Theater, Scott has choreographed for musical theater productions including Grease, Alice By Heart, The Prom, 9 to 5, Bright Star, and We Will Rock You.
“Stafford’s choreography shone with sweeping, luminous flow and pristine technique” – Minneapolis Star Tribune, 2022.
In addition to creating performance work, Scott competes in the ballroom scene in the categories of New Way Vogue, European Runway, and Hand Performance as Edward.007.
Scott Stafford
