Foundation


Founded in 1962 the Birmingham Dance Theatre, Inc. was formed to offer students an environment where they are capable of receiving personal attention in a demanding yet enjoyable atmosphere.

Instructors


From the instructors we hire to our facilities, we want you to have as many possibilities to learn and grow in the world of dance. BDT has a state of the art building with 6 spacious studios including a small theatre.

The Owner


Joni Scofield is the owner and artistic director of BDT. She took over the studio from her mother Nora Nash and has even further developed a tradition of disciplined hard work with a family atmosphere.

Our Studios


The Birmingham Dance Theatre is a state-of-the-art dance facility housing 7 large studios. Each studio has a suspended floor with marley flooring, parent viewing windows & updated lighting and sound.


DANCE GENRES

  • Tap Dance Class

    TAP

    A style of dance using special shoes to create different rhythms and sounds. Tap is great for developing

    musicality and coordination skills.

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    It is never too young to start dancing!

    Dancing helps your child develop many important social skills, enhances physical development, and promotes musicality and cognitive skills. Placing your 2 or 3 year old in a dance class with us will allow them to establish better thinking early on. This age range is a great time to expose a child to dancing in a nurturing classroom environment.

    

    BDT’s Dance Masters Certified teachers implement years of training experience to offer a variety of dance curriculum to your young mover. Dance has been proven to play a significant role in children’s early development. Class consists of Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet & Tap.

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    With 54 years of dance education. Birmingham Dance Theatre is devoted to properly train aspiring individuals of all ages to excel in each genre of dance. Our purpose is to nurture, educate, guide and encourage all students to develop their personal best.
    My daughter has taken at Birmingham Dance Theatre going on 3 years. BDT has provided her with the highest quality dance training available in the Birmingham area with a heavy focus on mastering technique and dance terminology. Discipline, self confidence and teamwork are a constant focus during class which help prepare students for everyday life challenges. I highly recommend BDT to anyone looking for a healthy environment of proper dance training.

    Margret Powell

    The teachers are AMAZING!!! They instill in each of their students a love for dance and nurture it throughout the year. My three girls have not only learned movement, but the teachers also focus on the education of the terminology of what they are being taught. I am forever grateful to the teachers at Birmingham Dance Theater for pouring their hearts into my kids and for inspiring them by their example.

    Valerie Whitt

    My daughter has danced at BDT for 4 years! We've done everything from 1 class to competition. We have LOVED it all!!!! The instructors are fabulous....attentive, knowledgeable, talented, and invested. They truly immerse themselves in your childs dancing journey! I couldn't have asked for a better dance studio or dance teachers!!!

    Stacy Connor

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