Testimonials

“Siri’s School of the Performing Arts gave me not only an enjoyable and nurturing environment in which to hone my craft, but the excellence to achieve it. Without my background at Siri’s, I wouldn’t have been able to achieve success in acting in Pittsburgh and then later at Penn State University. Through my time spent in acting, singing and dancing from Siri’s School of the Performing Arts, I now work as an acting agent in London.

Siri’s School of the Performing Arts is a fresh and accepting atmosphere in which to enjoy and explore the arts. Exceeding the quality of all other dance schools in the area, Siri’s is professional and provides excellent personal guidance. The class sizes lend to excellent learning, and the feeling of a community rather than a competition.

Siri’s School of the Performing Arts is unlike other dance institutions. It is a building filled with passion and excitement. The instructors wish their best for their students and help them achieve concrete goals. It is not focused on preparing for one showcase. It aims to achieve confidence in every student and their particular area of interest.

Siri’s was the highlight of my week every week. I knew that I could let out my creativity and find support there. The instructors, and Siri especially built my confidence in striving to have a life in the arts. Now living as a playwright and acting agent in London, I look back and remember those pivotal moments in creating my belief that I could do it.”

Sarah Kosar

“Ever since I was a little kid I knew that I LOVED to perform. Something just clicked in me every time I got onstage, and from that very moment on, I knew I wanted to continue for the rest of my life. I started dance at a different local studio when I was about 3, and quit by age 6. I distinctly remember dreading class because of the overwhelming atmosphere, with at least twenty-five kids in each of my tap, ballet, and acro classes.
Sadly I lost about 11 years of valuable training had I started at Siri’s School. I started getting interested in dancing again after performing in both school and community musicals, but I was nervous and lacked the confidence to start at a studio.
When I was 16, I finally enrolled at Siri’s School, and to this day it was one of the best decisions I have EVER made. I learned that Siri’s is an environment where ALL are welcome, despite skill level or age. Siri’s School teaches proper technique in all styles, and the individual attention and constructive criticism which Siri and her teachers give her students is essential to advancing as a dancer. I have gone far beyond the level at which I hoped to be as a performer, and I owe it all to Siri’s School. Without her help and constant encouragement, I would NEVER be where I am now.
I wrote my Senior Project Paper on the benefits of dance education in child development with Siri as my mentor. She allowed me to assist with classes and even choreograph combinations for some of the younger students; it was truly a rewarding learning experience. I am graduating high school in 2011, and my college plans include continuing with dancing and performing at Penn State University.
One lesson I will take with me from Siri’s School of the Performing Arts is that it’s always better late than never because dancing is a passion and a joy that lasts a lifetime.”

Emily Mancino

“Siri’s School of the Performing Arts has a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that always made me feel like it was more of a family than a dance studio. The instructors focus on the enjoyment and self-expression of dance, which helped me to gain a deeper appreciation for it. I loved the individual attention and the variety of classes that were available. I loved my years dancing at Siri’s and I wish I was still a student!”

Janelle Hestin

“I walked into Siri’s dance studio with two left feet and terror in my eyes… and left eight months later not only with some cool moves, but with an understanding and love for dance that I never expected to develop. Siri doesn’t teach tricks that let you pass as a dancer. She drilled me on a solid foundation of technique that has allowed me to progress smoothly and quickly through the college level dance courses that I now take. Additionally, Siri’s School provides a learning environment where you can make mistakes and even fall on your face a few times… as long as you’re willing to get back up again. I was a seventeen year old who had never taken a class in his life, and without the training I received from Siri, I never could have achieved my aspirations to attend school for musical theater. And for that, I couldn’t be more thankful.”

Josh Smith, majoring in Musical Theatre at CCM. See him in the promo video for “Rent” on the What’s New page.

“I had my 7th birthday party at Siri’s School of the Performing Arts. It was very fun. I invited all my friends, I was so happy. We got to do cart wheels, flips, and more. My friends had fun too. We learned a fun dance and listened to good music. The next day my friends were talking all about it. I had fun doing acro and was excited to show my friends what I learned. I had lots of fun. It was a birthday I’ll never forget.
Maddy Berger

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