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Megan Olowinski
Megan Olowinski
October 3, 2023.
After the first week of class at her new studio my daughter said to me "Mom, I love this dance school SO MUCH. I wouldn't go back to my other school even if she opened again." I was blown away. We had been with our former studio for 6 years and were devastated when it closed. I was shocked to hear such a glowing review after one week. She has already made a "dance bestie' in musical theater and cannot wait for her next class. Thank you for creating such a warm, loving, FUN environment for our children. I was able to connect with some parents of older dancers who rave about your program so I know that your philosophy stays true through the years. To see such talented dancers have such a love of your studio warms my heart. We are so grateful to have found you and are looking forward to an amazing year.
Sarah Starling
Sarah Starling
September 30, 2023.
My daughter can’t wait until class with Miss Ellen each week. I’ve already had to reassure her that she can have class with her again next year! All That Jazz is such a welcoming and friendly environment, we couldn’t be happier. As a parent I really appreciate the clear communication from the studio and the age appropriate recital costumes.
Shoshana Mavor
Shoshana Mavor
June 7, 2023.
Congratulations on an amazing recital!! Wow! It's such a pleasure watching all the dancers and YOU dance your hearts out in all the beautifully choreographed dances. Seeing how much fun everyone is having and the joy for dance and performing is just the best!! My daughter's first words after the show were I don't want dance to be over. She is going to miss ATJ over the summer and I know she is very excited for next year already 🙂
N&N Huntington
N&N Huntington
June 5, 2023.
My daughter developed an interest in dance when she was in middle school and it was hard to find a studio that would accept a 12-year-old with no prior dance experience. Miss Deb and ATJ not only accepted her as a student, they welcomed her and in short time she was part of the ATJ family. My daughter treasured her 6 years at ATJ and the many friends she made there and we appreciated the healthy philosophy and approach to teaching dance that ATJ has.
Laura Ehlers
Laura Ehlers
May 31, 2023.
Deb's studio is a gem, and a place where every child is given a chance to shine.
Sara and Spencer Carson
Sara and Spencer Carson
May 23, 2023.
Our daughter started at ATJ last summer, and we love it! Miss Deb and her team make our daughter feel special and part of the ATJ family. The other students are so supportive of dancers of any age. The results are high quality dancing technique with joy and happiness radiating from the stage. Miss Deb is extremely detail oriented and provides incredible communication and opportunities for her dancers. We highly recommend ATJ! Thank you to Miss Deb and her amazing team!
Jude Carlson-Wang
Jude Carlson-Wang
September 3, 2022.
My family has been an ATJ family for well over 10 years. We have nothing but positive experiences with this studio. My children are seen and they are supported. This inclusive environment welcomes all dancers regardless of body type or how they identify. Every year, there is a celebration of movement, music and thoroughly having fun. As my kids are getting older, I do reflect on what activities were truly a good, positive influence. I believe this dance studio is the best one.
Julie Loh
Julie Loh
June 6, 2022.
Despite not seeing classes, it has been a highly positive experience for my 5yo daughter. Ms. Deb is beyond communicative and has taken precautions for Covid very seriously, even thru this last Spring, truly helping to protect her staff and students. What made the year all worth it was the recital. I was in awe of how this small studio managed 4 shows in one day. It was so well run and just a joy to watch. Although Ms. Deb talked about the show being a family run affair, I wouldn't have guessed! It felt very professional - from lighting to dancers being ready and timely, it was incredible. Thank you for such an unforgettable experience!
Angela Riffe
Angela Riffe
June 5, 2022.
I cannot rave enough about this dance studio! We first signed her daughter up when she was five years old, and she just finished her fourth year! Through Covid, new siblings, moving, new schools, ATJ has been the one constant in our girl’s life. The teachers are wonderful, Deb is very hands-on, super quick to communicate, is very thorough in her communications – which I really really appreciate, and it’s just a friendly and wonderful environment overall! There seems to be plenty of class options available no matter the age group. For two years in a row we have now set her up for two dance classes back to back, which is super convenient for us! Thank you ATJ for instilling fun, structure, grace, and zest into our girl’s life!
Cathy Benwell
Cathy Benwell
June 2, 2022.
We were amazed by what the All That Jazz team pulled off at the annual recital on Monday. Absolutely amazing. It was just so impressive from beginning to end – the planning, ticketing and scheduling was seamless; the costumes were sized, ordered and looking gorgeous; the choreography was incredible; the information provided was thorough and careful; and then the day itself appeared to run like clockwork! Just incredible. I know they have a few years’ experience pulling this sort of thing off, but I still think it is just incredible. My girls just adored being part of it, and I know the other kids involved will have felt the same. When we moved here last year from the UK, finding a dance school where they would be happy was such a big piece of my ‘puzzle’. I am beyond thrilled to have found ATJ and my girls are just loving being part of what they have built. I hope the teachers are all enjoying a big glass of wine and a huge feeling of achievement after the recital. Please pass on my thanks and huge admiration to all of your kind, supportive and talented teachers. You are an unbelievable team!
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Julie Sherman
Julie Sherman
21:02 01 Jun 22
Am blown away by how awesome this dance school is. This is a very special culture—it is inclusive, positive,... confidence-building, and nurturing. My daughter has just loved her dance class experience and as parents we've been impressed. Beyond dance instruction, there are so many other important lessons that the kids can learn in this healthy and fun environment. Let's hear it for great teachers, good community, fun music, and big kicks!read more
Marta Travers
Marta Travers
02:52 06 Feb 22
My 3 year old daughter loves her dance class so much! She asks every day if it's dance class day. Deb is so amazing and... Miss Ellen is like a dream! I just have to say, like the fairy God mother everyone wants to have! We LOVE All That Jazz!!
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Linda Swain
Linda Swain
03:03 31 Jan 22
My daughter has had an amazing experience at All That Jazz. She has enjoyed taking multiple classes during the school... year and during the summer. I wanted to share our experience with the summer classes as many people might not even know they exist. My daughter found the summer classes to be super fun and the same great instructors taught them. The summer classes gave her the opportunity to meet new dancers and experiment with new dances. I also found they fit in well with her other summer activities. I highly recommend trying out the summer classes at All that Jazz (and of course the school year classes too)!read more
Marcie Bower
Marcie Bower
16:02 21 Jun 21
I am so grateful for All That Jazz. My 5-year-old daughter has been dancing there for 3 years, and my 2-year-old son... started this year.

Dancing at All That Jazz has given my daughter such confidence. It has taught her dance, for sure, but more than that has taught her composure, courage, and grace. She had a really hard time separating from me when she first started, but everyone was so helpful and patient with her, it was such a wonderful growth opportunity for her. Dancing has given her a means of self-expression - she frequently dances around the house, and her dancing/singing reflects what kind of mood she is in - it is truly an expressive and creative outlet for her, something she has really needed during this past year.

Perhaps most importantly, dancing at All That Jazz has taught her that she can face the things she is scared of - like walking into a dance studio with new friends, or getting up on stage when she can't see mom and dad, or walking backstage without her parents before a big show she is nervous about - and not only survive, but rise to the occasion and thrive. I am so, so grateful for how dancing has taught her to be courageous, confident, and to trust herself.

Miss Deb and her staff have done a remarkable job of keeping everyone safe during the pandemic - all the ventilation, cleaning, education, and clear communication has been very noticed and appreciated.

The studio does an amazing job of making kids (and families) feel welcome, like they really matter, and making sure they (and we) know how invested the teachers and owner are in them and their "success."

All That Jazz is something really special, and I am grateful that my family has been able to be a part of it!
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Maria Slavitskaya
Maria Slavitskaya
23:03 19 Jun 21
All That Jazz is an amazingly friendly and happy place for kids. My daughter has been dancing here for 10 years and she... absolutely loves it. Miss Deb (the owner) and her teachers are talented, organized and very professional. They always care for every kid in the studio. After all these years, All That Jazz became an inspiration for all our family and for my daughter, this is the place where she can feel free, be herself and meet new friends. There you will always smile and have fun! We are very glad to be a part of All That Jazz!read more
Renee Gaspard Rubio
Renee Gaspard Rubio
18:02 15 Jun 21
I highly recommend All That Jazz Dance Studio! The quality of dance instruction, variety of classes, choreography,... organization and communication are superb. Dance classes at All That Jazz, particularly this past year during Covid, have been a shining light in my daughters' lives.read more
David McMillan
David McMillan
14:17 15 Jun 21
We are grateful for All That Jazz and its staff. When we adopted our daughter from Haiti at age 10, she had never been... in a dance class before but clearly enjoyed dancing (and singing) around the house. We thought a perfect Christmas present would be to get her into dance classes. Multiple barriers existed: (1) our daughter's lack of prior formal dance experience, (2) it was the middle of the school year, and (3) our daughter spoke no English. All That Jazz seems to be very mission oriented around allowing all children to foster a love of dance and only then fostering each child's full dance capability. This explains why the studio was the only one we talked to in December 2014 that would take our daughter and why the staff continues to work with our family to include and develop our daughter despite multiple hospitalizations each year for chronic conditions. It is a great credit to the All That Jazz staff that dance is, by far, our daughter's favorite extracurricular activity.read more
Maura Hadro Butler
Maura Hadro Butler
18:38 13 Jun 21
Miss Deb and her staff are tremendously positive influences on our girls, especially our oldest, who has been dancing... and volunteering there for almost a decade. The lessons extend far beyond dance instruction--leadership, self-confidence, grace, fitness, kindness, inclusivity, resilience, humor…I could go on…It is amazing how many boxes they check. Miss Deb gives them more than a studio, she gives them a home!read more
Leslie Brokaw
Leslie Brokaw
16:37 10 Jun 21
Miss Deb, what a spectacular week of shows, from the Zoom recital to the dress rehearsal to the in-person performances.... You managed to make everything appear FLAWLESS and FUN and SAFE -- an unwieldy combination and something that takes masterful skills. Truly, your organization, your dance creativity, your good cheer, your discipline, and your ability to not appear frazzled is inspirational. You are the best role model for these kids and you and all your teachers bring out the very best in all of them! The 2020-2021 school year was a difficult one, and the All that Jazz dance classes were a very bright spot for our son and his friends. Thank you!read more
Donna Towers Bolohan
Donna Towers Bolohan
12:08 19 Dec 20
Very professional and friendly staff
Kelly Anne Weaver
Kelly Anne Weaver
21:24 07 Jun 20
To Deb, Heather, all the teachers and everyone who is All That Jazz,

We are still smiling, glowing and dancing... from all the fun yesterday. The recitals were truly spectacular.

Thank you for making the end of this year much better than anyone could have anticipated. The ATJ teachers went above and beyond to create a tremendously positive and encouraging atmosphere during a time of great change. Our kids saw the teachers turn literally on a dime, not miss a beat, and transition everything seamlessly to Zoom classes. Throughout everything the teachers set an incredible example of how to navigate challenging situations with finesse, creativity and resilience. Our children learned extremely valuable life lessons via the unique and passionate community of All That Jazz.

All That Jazz has meant so much to our family over the past eleven years. The words that come to mind when I think of All That Jazz are:

smiles, laughter, fun

hard work, dedication, pride

connection, community, support, healthy self expression

Healthy self expression through dance is at the heart of All that Jazz. Our kids learn how to be in their bodies and feel comfortable and strong. They develop a deep connection to their bodies by learning the physical movement of dance and the emotional expression of dance. They expand their sense of identity as they gain skills for expressing themselves through dance. They learn to express themselves as individuals and within a group. The gift of learning emotional expression through dance translates to many aspects of their lives. They learn to feel the power, strength and creativity of their bodies and the power, strength and creativity of their voices.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!!
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Linda Munroe
Linda Munroe
21:55 19 Nov 19
I can't rave enough about the dance program at All That Jazz Dance Studio! The energy you feel from every single... teacher is a mirror image of the energy of the studios owner, Deb. She exudes positivity with every student and gets so excited watching the kids perform. Last years recital was so impressive in numerous ways. The dances, costumes and music were 100% age appropriate. I kept waiting for that one song that would make me cringe but it never came. I have been to many recitals at different schools and at least once in every show I've been shocked by something inappropriate. I am a nanny for two kids in this program and it has been so awesome to see them improve in their skill and confidence while constantly having fun. I would recommend this studio to anyone whose looking for good, clean fun!read more
Kate Hamilton
Kate Hamilton
17:26 16 Sep 18
Such a positive, supportive, and fun atmosphere for dancers!
Jason Mavor
Jason Mavor
18:31 06 Jun 18
Great place! Gave my daughter confidence and there is no judgement here. Great esteem building!
Cedric Verstraete
Cedric Verstraete
15:53 10 Dec 17
Monica Matrisciano
Monica Matrisciano
18:56 17 Sep 17
Xiadi Zhai
Xiadi Zhai
14:53 16 Sep 17
I can think of no better place to truly engage with and enjoy dance! Thank you for creating an amazing environment and... community here.read more
Katrina Yolen
Katrina Yolen
18:54 04 Sep 17
George Guzzi
George Guzzi
01:16 04 Jun 15
Shay Smith
Shay Smith
16:11 04 Apr 14
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Miss Deb and high school dancers

20 Years of All That Jazz Dance Studio: 1998-2018

In honor of the 20th anniversary of All That Jazz Dance Studio, a very special group of 13 year old students organized a HUGE surprise for Miss Deb Vogel, the Director and Founder of All That Jazz in Newton. Here is what they presented her at the recital:

Eva: Since this is the 20th year of dance lessons at All That Jazz, we decided to celebrate by making a special gift for you.

Emma: Miss Deb, you are so kind, thoughtful, generous and so much more. Without All That Jazz and the support from Miss Deb and the teachers, none of us would be the people we are today.

Lily: Therefore, we decided to make a book to show you how much the whole community loves you, the studio, and all the dance classes for kids. Thank you to all who contributed to making this project happen.

Molly: This book is filled with short and long paragraphs from almost every student and faculty member at All That Jazz. And a special thanks to Miss Lindsay for all of her help!

Gabby: From everyone at All That Jazz to you, we would like to say a big thank you for all the hard work and dedication you have put into the studio for the past 20 years.

Miss Deb Vogel opened All That Jazz Dance Studio in 1998. We had so much fun celebrating our 20th!

Excerpts from the 20th Anniversary Book

I love All That Jazz because it is fun! Miss Deb is very kind!

Charlotte (age 3)

I love All That Jazz because I get to express my feelings.

Leah (age 5)

I love All That Jazz because it gets my wiggles out and it improves your balance and everything about dance.

Evan (age 7)

The disco ball is fun when we dance with it.  It is fun when we have studio sleep-unders and when we have a dance party.  Happy anniversary Miss Deb!

Rachel (age 8)

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