Our Values

We consider it a privilege to participate in a continuously growing worldwide community for the performing arts exemplifying the values of

INTEGRITY, CHARACTER, LEADERSHIP, RESPONSIBILITY, and PROFESSIONALISM.

INTEGRITY: to conduct oneself with honesty, courtesy, and respect. To be a person who leads by example and honors commitments, to be a person other people can count on.

“Integrity is what we say, what we do, and what we say we do.” –Don Galer

CHARACTER: To be a person who represents high levels of personal integrity, leadership, and responsibility for oneself and others. A person who has the courage and willingness to face issues and concerns with maturity and dignity. To avoid gossip, criticism, or negative comments for any member of the performing arts community, parent or peers.

“When what we do and what we ought to do are two different things, character is built in the choice we make.” –Bill Bennett

LEADERSHIP: To guide, direct, and influence people in achieving their highest goals and ideals by setting an example through one’s actions and speech. To inspire and serve the people of your class, team, or community through full participation in all dance and/or theatre related activities.

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader.” –John Quincy Adams

RESPONSIBILITY: To respect and adhere to the policies and procedures of the studio or the organizers of any conference, workshop, or competition. To be a person who interacts with peers and authority figures in a mature manner. To be willing to receive coaching and direction when deemed appropriate.

“If you take responsibility for yourself you will develop a hunger to accomplish your dreams.” –Les Brown

PROFESSIONALISM: To respect the dance and theatre profession and uphold our values and standards of conduct. To support and encourage one another. To recognize oneself as a role model at all times. To love the study and performance of dance and theatre as a universal art form.

“A professional is someone who can do his best work when he doesn’t feel like it.” –Alistair Cooke