Sahuarita, AZ, November 9th 2008 — On Friday November 7th two ballerinas in tutus officially broke ground on Sahuarita Dance Center’s new performing arts studio building.  As the dirt flew from their shovels cheers were heard from the many students and parents in attendance.  The long-awaited event marked a significant step in the dance studio’s efforts to bring a professional level performing arts studio building to the Sahuarita community.  Located on the corner of Gillingham and La Canada, the 4,100 square foot building is expected to open next summer. 

 The studio building will feature two full-size dance rooms with professional grade floating floors and full length mirrors along the walls.  The dance rooms feature a movable wall, allowing them to be combined into one large space for large events such as community social dance nights and receptions.   The building will also feature a separate room designed for music and voice lessons as well as a viewing area and break room for dancers to work on homework while waiting for their siblings. 

The studio building is the brainchild of local resident, Michele Brady, who has been teaching dance for the last 13 years.   She is the owner of Sahuarita Dance Center which was founded three years ago.  Brady’s vision for the center is “to provide a safe and friendly place for all ages to develop their talents in the performing arts”

 While the studio building is being constructed, classes are being held at Triple Play, Santa Rita Villa Clubhouse, Ranchos Sahuarita Clubhouse and Anamax Park.   Enrollment is still open until January 1st at which time classes will close to prepare for the recital to be held in May.   Until then, registration can be completed online at Sahuaritadance.com or via phone at 232-3753.

 Besides the preparations for the new studio, Sahuarita Dance Center is also busy preparing for the upcoming Christmas Celebration “Oh Holy Night”.   This family centered event is the perfect start to the holiday season with local dancers, singers and musicians bringing the sights and sounds of Christmas to the community.  “Oh Holy Night” will be held on December 13th at the Sahuarita auditorium.  Tickets can be purchased online at Sahuaritadance.com.