I've been going to LIAD for twelve years, and the girls there are great. I've made so many friends there, and they're all so nice. The teachers there are all EXTREMELY nice, but the directors aren't. They can be mean and nasty, making dance not as fun. If you are looking to dance for fun, I reccomend a different studio. The higher level you become, the more dance takes over you life. If you are in a high level, don't expect to do any school sports, clubs, or plays. The studio does not support you doing activities outside of dance, and we often have to hide what other activities we're doing. Girls have been told by the directors to choose either their school sport or dance. It seems as if the directors believe their way is the only right way. If things change, they expect you to go along with it, without your opinion or a copmlaint. The people here are all wonderful dancers, and they put on an awsome show. The teachers and directors are great coreographers, and they teach excellent technique. But sometimes I wonder if it's worth it.
Pros: Great coreography, performances, and technique.
Cons: Mean directors.
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