General Info

North Alabama Dance Center was founded in 1983 to offer young people and adults a quality dance education, with a special emphasis on the discipline of ballet. Director Barbara Ellen Smartt has crafted a syllabus based on accepted ballet standards. A complete dance education is offered in ballet, pointe, modern, lyrical, jazz and tap. Students are individually placed based on their ability, experience, and age. A highly trained and competent staff of instructors conducts classes for students age three through adults. NADC promotes enjoyment and love of the art of dance while incorporating a specific syllabus for each age level and discipline. An annual recital and regional dance competitions are performance outlets for our dancers. Students are encouraged to audition for a variety of performance opportunities with local and state arts groups. Advanced students are invited to perform at Panoply and at southeastern regional Dance Masters of America competitions.