Winter 2026 Tickets for our winter performances go on sale October 15 Get Tickets →
Dancing since 1988
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Passionately.
Dance Joyfully.
A friendly & inclusive dance studio in Upstate South Carolina, with classes for ages 2–18 and dancers of every ability. Discover the fun of a life in motion.
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Winter Performances · Nov 22 – Dec 17
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Upcoming Events
22Nov
Performances
Winter Performances
Land of Sweets (Nov 22, 2pm & 6pm), The Nutcracker (Dec 5, 1pm & 6pm), and Winter Wonderland (Dec 17, 6pm). Tickets on sale October 15.
Furman University · Presbyterian College
01Dec
Enrollment
Spring Semester Enrollment
Registration opens for January–May classes. Classes fill fast — reserve your dancer’s spot early.
Simpsonville & Laurens
01Mar
Summer
Summer Camps & Intensives
Camp registration opens March 1 for week-long summer camps: princess ballet, hip hop, acro, musical theater, and more.
Both locations
Winter 2026
Our winter shows take the stage Nov 22 – Dec 17
Land of Sweets, The Nutcracker, and Winter Wonderland — our dancers on the big stage. Tickets go on sale October 15, and shows sell out fast.
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Choose Your Dream Class
Classes for every age group, skill level, and style — ballet, tap, jazz, and more. Find your fit and reserve your place.
One family, two studios
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Our story
A family tradition since 1988
Founded as The Dance Shop by Connie Draper, later joined by Susan Keitt, TDS is now owned and operated by their daughters, Shauna Mitchell and Neely Lashford — sharing the joy of dance with Upstate families for over three decades.
“Best dance studio in the Upstate! The relationships my kids have built over five years are amazing.”