Rachael Poirier has more than 16 years experience as a choreographer and dance instructor having trained throughout North America in cities including Vancouver, Toronto, New York and Los Angeles. Ms. Poirier founded R.P. Danzmode Productions in Vancouver, BC Canada in 1994. Many dancers from Danzmode Productions have become professional dancers working with artists such as Janet Jackson, Britney Spears, Rianna, Chris Brown, Mia Michaels and Jenifer Lopez. Others have danced for prestigious Academies and Companies including the San Francisco Ballet, Washington D.C. Ballet Company and the National Ballet of Canada. Numerous students/dancers of Rachael's represented with her choreography have gone on to compete and win at the BC Provincials in the Ballet, Modern, Jazz and Musicial Theater Companies.
We believe that children are our greatest resource, they are the future. Children need love, encouragement and support to grow to their greatest potential. At Dancin'Stars we foster personal growth not only in dance, music and the arts but in all areas of life. Through our genuine passion for the arts, we lead a positive example inspiring young artists to achieve their dreams.
Searching for dance lessons for your child in the Richmond area? At Danceability we offer dance lessons for children aged 6 to 9 years and pre-teens aged 10 to 12. Our experienced instructors teach everything from flamenco, hip hop and jazz to musical theatre and tap. Call us for more details today.
The Richmond Academy of Dance is unique in the Lower Mainland as it produces artists of the highest standard in classical ballet, jazz, modern, tap, hip hop, contemporary, voice and musical theatre. Through dedication and commitment to their passions, the Directors have lead graduates to become Canada’s newest young triple threat professionals, and to continue as confident artistic contributors in our community.The Richmond Academy of Dance has remained true to its commitment to believe in and encourage the artistic potential of every student. In order to ensure students can meet their goals and are continually at the leading edge of new dance disciplines and techniques, the Directors are committed to retaining the best talent to teach their students, and they take pride in mentoring their students so they become strong individuals.
Talented and professional mentors guide you through courses in acting for film, TV and stage, as well as voice, piano and guitar. Private coaching is available, as well, for audition and business preparations and life strategies.
Express your creativity and experience the joy of the performing arts at Motion & Music Performing Arts Academy. Formerly Kids in Motion and Music Box, we’ve combined our programs to offer dance classes for all ages (yes, even adults!), music lessons from piano and ukulele to adult choir, and an exciting Musical Theatre Production program. Our new name reflects the talented artists, teachers, and students who inspire, perform, and grow in our welcoming, creative environment.