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The Dance Extension was founded in January of 1984 by artistic director, Maggie Dennis. Our mission is to provide an excellent dance education in an exciting atmosphere where dancers of all ages and technical levels feel special. The faculty’s love of teaching leaves students feeling refreshed, motivated and open to new ideas & creativity. Classes are taught in a positive, caring, supportive atmosphere with plenty of individual attention. We strive to set a high standard in the field of dance education by using age appropriate movement, music & costuming.

Maggie received her Master's Degree in Dance from UCLA and was the Director of the Dance Department at the State University of New York at Fredonia before moving to Connecticut. She opened The Dance Extension in 1984, and has since staged 14 unforgettable biennial performances. Maggie is the artistic director of the Community Dance Ensemble which she founded in 1970. She has been instrumental in exposing her students to master teachers with trips to workshops and master classes throughout New England and New York. Maggie was recognized for her career in dance education with a feature article in the February 2000 edition of Dance Teacher Magazine. Maggie has choreographed for community theater including the Pfizer Players productions of "Can-Can" and "Oklahoma," and has continued to stay current in her field by attending professional workshops throughout the U.S. The quality of the teacher is evident in the quality of her students." Many of Maggie's students have gone on to dance professionally and others are teaching at universities and private studios across the country. All will continue, for a lifetime, to enjoy and appreciate the art form of dance.

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