North Shore Dance & Theater (formerly North Shore Dance & Drama) has been offering dance and drama classes to the North Shore Chicago area since 1994. Our fine arts academy is a full-service nonprofit that offers dance and related arts instruction to students ages three through adult. Our philosophy is to foster a passion for the arts, instill technical skill, empower students with self-confidence, and allow them to explore their creativity while achieving success. We provide pre-professional, family-oriented training in dance, theater, and related arts. Our instructors are highly trained and experienced, with advanced degrees and professional work in the dance and dramatic arts industries. At North Shore Dance & Theater, we empower and inspire students from preschool through adult. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive fine arts academy with exceptional instruction, giving students the opportunity to explore their creativity while building confidence and technique. With a staff of degreed instructors and professional dancers and actors, we provide a safe and encouraging atmosphere for students to discover their unique talents. With our philosophy of passion, technique, self-confidence, exploration, and success, North Shore Dance & Theater is the premier center for dance and drama in North Shore Chicago.