Deborah Abel School of Modern Dance

Feb 2023

My son is in his second year of dance classes with Deborah, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. Deborah is always encouraging and positive while expecting her dancers to work to the best of their ability. My son wasn't so sure about performing on stage at the end of the first year, but is now excited to start working on this year's performance piece. The student-led small group choreography, which happens with each piece practiced, is a highlight for everyone.

Dec 2021

My daughter had tried many other dance schools when we learned about Deborah. She instantly fell in love! Deborah runs her own professional dance company and she treats her students (from elementary school to high school) as artistic collaborators. In each class, students learn and practice different dance movements. Then, working in small groups, students put these movements together in their own choreography. Deborah takes students' vision seriously, and as a result, her students blossom. The end of the year performance is truly a work of art. Choreography, costumes, sets (all created in collaboration with the students) are delightful and dazzling. And in 2020, when...read full review

Dec 2021

My two daughters have danced with Deborah for a few years, and I can't say enough good things about her. She has a wonderful way of speaking to the kids -- very kind, constructive, and positive. My girls love that they get to participate in collaboratively choreographing during every class. Highly recommend!