About Us
 

Now accepting resumes for Musical Theatre and Dance Instructors for Fall/Spring 2007/2008. Please forward resumes and salary requirements to offbroadway@email.msn.comattention Shannon Mayer or mail to Off Broadway Dance Theatre, 12350-B3 Arnold Mill Road, Alpharetta Georgia 30004.

Off Broadway Dance Theatre is home to the “Off Broadway Kids Musical Theatre Troupe,” “Off Broadway Children’s Theatre” and the Off Broadway Dance Center. We believe all students should have a chance to “shine.” Our students are given the opportunity and are encouraged to explore singing, dancing and acting and experience all facets of the performing arts. With an emphasis on Musical Theatre, Off Broadway Dance Theatre not only offers traditional dance instruction, but we also offer Acting, Musical Theatre, Broadway Movement and other theatre based classes. This helps each student be the best performer he or she can be whether it is in a school drama or professional theatre. Off Broadway students walk away from our studios with a knowledge and appreciation for set building, costume design, theatrical production, learn great songs from the Broadway classics, play wonderful characters, learn variations from timeless Ballets and most of all have a greater self confidence and sense of self worth.

"Three different acting, dancing and performing needs....
all of which were met at Off Broadway Dance!

The Holiday Show will amaze you! It is more than a dance recital...it is a full musical theatre production!"

Tana Wagner

Our studio prides itself on being a place where every child gets an equal chance. No parts are given based on seniority or how many classes a child takes, performing opportunities are given to everyone who shows an interest. Every student is a “Star” in our studio. We are the proud home to the award winning “Off Broadway Kids” musical theatre troupe. These children compete annually in regional and national musical theatre competitions as well as have a variety of local performances for educational outreach. This troupe is open to children ages 10-18 who love to sing, dance and act.

My 8 year old daughter has been a student at Off Broadway since she was three.  They have always provided a warm, fun, caring environment.  The variety of dance and theatre programs has given her a wide path to learn and grow as she follows her dreams.

Nannette Reilly

Off Broadway is also the home of “Off Broadway Children’s Theatre,” a theatrical company which produces family classics throughout the year. These productions are presented by children for children with an abundance of audience participation to delight even the youngest viewer. This troupe is open to all students who range in ages 6-18. We also feature the “Off Broadway Dance Competition Team.” This is a group of Jazz dancers ages 13-18 who have desire to compete in regional and national dance competitions.

All of Off Broadway Dance Center’s Ballet Classes are offered on a “Leveling” System where a child is placed based on ability as opposed to age group. This ensures the proper caliber of instruction they deserve. We also offer a large variety of Tap and Jazz classes to meet your family’s needs.

 
"I highly recommend Off Broadway Dance Studio!  My daughter started taking the Preschool Ballet/Tap Combo Class at age 3.  Ms. Julia is an awesome preschool instructor!  She makes learning the dance techniques and vocabulary fun and exciting.  I was so pleased with my daughter’s performance as well as the other students during the spring recital.  Thanks, Off Broadway!"

Kate Griffin
Milton, GA

	Shannon Hannah Mayer Shannon Hannah Mayer became Owner/Director of Off Broadway Dance Center in June of 2000. A native of Dothan, Alabama, she began her training in dance at the early age of 8 years old. Shannon received a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from Brenau Women's College in Gainesville, Georgia. She went on to pursue a career in musical theatre and dance which has given her the opportunity to perform throughout the southeastern United States. Shannon has appeared as a performer for Discovery Cruise Lines, as a performer and Dance Captain for the Savoyards Musical Theatre Company and is the resident choreographer for many north Georgia theatre companies as well as remaining an active performer. She is dedicated to the education of children and the commitment to helping the community.
	Chris Mayer Chris Mayer is the owner and artistic director of Off Broadway Dance Center. Christian has an extensive background as a director and actor in the North Georgia area for over 15 years. He has worked with such notable theatre companies as Neighborhood Playhouse, Galaxy Productions, Holly Theatre, Underground Theatre, Cumming Attractions Theatre Company and Village Center Playhouse to name a few. He began his theatre career at Georgia State Unive rsity in Atlanta, Georgia. Chris is also quite active in the film and commercial industry, having appeared in numerous television commercials and industrials for such clients as Kroger, Sports Shoe and The Animal Planet.
	Lindsey Neal Lindsey Neal is a local dancer, choreographer and dance instructor. Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, Lindsey has danced since age four, specifically trained in Vaganova style Ballet. Lindsey's choreography has been seen all over Georgia, most recently on the Berry College Dance Ensemble and the Georgia State Dance Ensemble. Currently, Lindsey teaches at several metro Atlanta studios and she studies at the Atlanta Ballet.
	Annie Power Annie Power started at Off Broadway Dance Center as a student and member of the OBD Kids Musical Theatre Troupe. She danced competitively for 3 years and has lead roles in local stage productions such as “Brighton Beach Memoirs” and “Anything Goes.” She is currently an active member of the International Thespian Society and is pursuing a career in teaching and entertainment.
	Julia Papanikolas Ms. Papanikolaus has danced professionally with the Georgia Ballet, North Atlanta Dance Theatre, and most recently with Columbia City Ballet. While at North Atlanta Dance Academy, she danced the role of “Passion”, choreographed for her in Fire, Water Passion Ballet. She also danced the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and Snow Queen in the North Atlanta’s Nutcracker. Ms. Papanikolaus performed the role of Dancer the reindeer in William Starrett’s Twas the Night Before Christmas while with the Columbia City Ballet. She danced the role of Marzipan and Chinese in the Georgia Ballet’s Nutcracker, and performed with the corp of George Balanchine’s Serenade for Georgia Ballet’s Fortieth Anniversary Celebration. She received a scholarship to train at the Atlanta Ballet Center for Dance Education. She danced the role of Clara in Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker. She performed as a lead couple in Martha Goodman’s Cappriccio Espangol for Atlanta Ballet’s Spring Concert. She trained over the summer with the Joffrey Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. She recently completed a contract with the Montgomery Ballet. We are thrilled to have her.
	Jenelle Crane Jenelle Crane's passion of dance began after retiring from gymnastics at eleven years old, and continued to grow as she started to teach classes by the time she was sixteen. Jenelle has trained in all techniques, but found her love in hip-hop dance. Jenelle graduated from the University of Central Florida, having earned her degree in Hospitality Management with an Event Management Track. During her four years there, she taught hip-hop classes at the University to about eighty students a night. Jenelle has choreographed hip-hop routines for the company "Geo Jams", which is recognized in public schools nationwide. She has held Master Classes for different groups and organizations, including the Miami Dolphin Cheerleaders. Jenelle has danced with many up and coming artists, including Jessica Simpson during her Redkin Tour. Jenelle's classes and choreography are always full of excitement and are enjoyable for anyone who wants to let loose and dance! Jenelle loves to share her passion for dance with her students and wants everyone to always have fun!
PHOTO TO COME	Suzanne Bulloch Bio to come...
	Kat Johnson Kat Johnson cultivated her love of dance as a child under the direction of Rose Barile at Alpharetta Dance Theatre. A member of the performing company she trained in classical ballet, jazz and lyrical forms of dance. While completing her Bachelor of Arts degree at Valdosta State University Kat developed a strong passion for Modern Dance. Learning the classic Modern techniques from mentor Catherine Schaeffer, she performed in the VSU Repertory Dance Show, Journeys. As a member the dance improvisation troupe of Site Specific Dance Works Georgia she travelled to Washington D.C. to perform at the DC XIII International Improvisation Festival. She has studied dance kinesiology, dance pedagogy and various forms of metaphysical and cultural dance. Hoping to travel the world and experience dance in every form and fashion, Kat continues to explore new movements, learn new techniques and spread her love of the greatest expression in existence.