Don't take our word for it! Here is what some of our students or their parents have had to say about their experiences with AAPAC and our staff!
"I just found your web site and am incredibly impressed with the care and concern you give to your dancers/parents. You must have a wonderful school. Thank you for including the Parents Book of Ballet." ~ Angela Whitehill, author of "The Parents Book of Ballet"
“Marta, you've been an incredible inspiration to Casey, a source of joy and un-abandoned dancing! You created a space in which a vital part of Casey could emerge. I thank you! There are tears in both our eyes with pride!” ~ Kristin Magis (Casey Magis-Agosta’s mom)
"Marta, I wanted to thank you for all you taught me in the adult ballet classes that I took from you. The vocabulary and technique have been invaluable to me now during rehearsals for Brigadoon. I am managing to hold my own amongst a group of teenage girls in the "Come to me, bend to me" ballet! I think everyone who does theatre should take a ballet class. And I look forward to returning to adult ballet once this show is over!" ~ Emily Eikleberry (Instructor and Student of the Academy)
"I really respect your program and all that goes into preparing our kids for these kinds of opportunities such as performing. I also appreciate your requirements and know that your professionalism is benefiting our kids for their future. Thanks for your expectations; they are great!” ~ Kim Renner (Cierra Renner’s mom)
“I just wanted to say that I support and agree with your policies 100%. I have been involved in events that needed all these types of commitments from participants, so I totally understand what is needed and what works. Thanks for developing integrity into your program and our children!” ~ May Bakke (Nick Bakke’s mom)
"As the director of AAPAC I thought you might want to know that we are still enjoying our experience. Rachel has made a good transition to the Creative movement class. Kira has a good time and I enjoy watching the whole experience. Last week Kira came home and told Chris (her Dad) "OK, I'm Rachel and your me, go over to the corner and point your toe." He didn't move fast enough for her so she did just like Rachel and took his arm and moved him to the corner. " Good" she said, " Now stand tall and hold your skirt, it's ok if you pretend Dad, Ok now point your toe and 1,2,3,4,1,2,3,4,1,2,3,4,1,2,3,4,1,2,3,4, now pose." She then clapped for him and told him he was elegant. Thank you for providing the opportunity for our family. ~ Sara Bailey- Kira's Mom"
“Marta, Drama has been very good for Annie and has been a very big factor in her self confidence. Thank you for your patience and guidance. ~Sheryl Buchheit”
“I just wanted you to know that Lily is LOVING Intro to Theatre. Thanks for encouraging her. We rented Mary Poppins last week and her and Lee (her father) read through the whole script together; I wish I could have taped it for you to hear their impeccable accents! ~ Terri Merritt-Worden”
“Thank you, Marta! Hailey loves being at AAPAC; she is excited that she has gained some skills thus far!! ~ Stephanie Nelson”
“Marta, I just wanted to say Thank You. Drama has been amazing for Jake – it’s really brought him out of his shell. I just wanted to say Thanks for letting him have a new experience. ~ Stacy Palmer, Silverton Chamber of Commerce”
"Mary Poppins was fabulous (I saw all 3 performances and we had a ton of family come on Sunday), and thank you for everything you and your team has done for Jake the past two years. He has grown so much and will be going to Chemeketa next year; he wants to major in Theatre!" Kevin Palmer (Jake Palmer, pictured below)
"Great job on Mary Poppins, Marta and Crew! My mother-n-law insisted that you must have hired Mary Poppins from a professional theatre group. My husband informed her she was one of your high school kids. She was amazing! All the lead actors were great. They had many lines to remember and they did it! Victoria really enjoyed her parts too." Anita Hilles
“Marta, Lily had the most incredible experience with the EBC (Eugene Ballet Co) Nutcracker. She did so well and she was teamed up with the parents that were the couple that do the entry (she was on sled) and exit (being carried, sleepily, by "Dad") to the party, so she had a lot of personal interaction with the cast and got some additional acting in. I'm sure she will tell you all about it when she sees you. Thank you for your encouragement and all the support (and especially for the last minute leotard!!!!!!). ~ Terri Merritt-Worden”
"The cheer team and I just wanted to say thanks for having us participate with you in the Thriller performances. I know a lot of work goes into an evening like that and I just wanted to say we appreciated all that you did and your enthusiasm for the performance. -Thanks again! ~ Enez Bradford, SHS Cheer Coach"
"I thought that the Thriller in the Streets was fabulous! What a wonderful event for our community! ~ Laura Williams"
"I have gained new friends, new founded self-confidence with our performances, a love for dance, and I've lost 20lbs since joining modern dance! I feel more healthy and better about myself. You are never to old to learn something new and exciting. (I can't wait to learn the figure-four spins!) Marta, you are an awesome person and teacher! ~ Brenda Zajdel"
"I'm not very good at testimonials, but I can say that belly dancing is wonderful for toning the whole body, especially abs, and it's great for a attitude lift as well. Emily does a super job keeping the class fun and non-threatening! ~ Kathy Cater" (Pictured below, far right)
"I would like to say that I was looking for a class that would be just for me, was after work, gave me creative energy, let me expand as an adult. Drumming was something I always interested in but never could find a class that fit my schedule. I am so happy that I found my little nitch with the drumming class at AAPAC. Tony has made us all feel like individuals in a small class of all different age groups. He will work to help us get the material and has endless patience for all of us. I highly recommend the AAPAC approach. Help all who come there from tiny tots to adult; we all can grow through creativity. I think that anyone who wants to learn something new should check out what AAPAC has to offer. ~ Sherry Manion" (Pictured middle, below)
"As an adult student of AAPAC I really look forward to my Wednesday bellydance class. Emily is an awesome instructor! It is a great workout and so much fun with the benefits of stress reduction, improved posture, strength and flexibility. ~ Patty Cokley"
... have a comment or a positive experience with AAPAC that you want to share? Email martadancn@msn.com (You may remain annonomous if you prefer.)
AAPAC Student and Alumni Success
Pentacle Theatre, "The Diviners" (2008) ~ Casey Magis-Agosta, Lead Role
Moscow Ballet Company (Russia), "The Nutcracker" (2008) ~ Annie Buchheit, Hannah Kloft, Kate Allanach, and Ammelia Spielman.
Children's Educational Theatre, "Tom Sawyer" (2008)~ Casey Magis-Agosta, Lead/Title Role
Eugene Ballet Company,"The Nutcracker" (2009) ~ Lily Merritt-Worden, Party Guest
Oregon Shakespearian Festival Workshop Awardees ~ Sierra Druley (2009), Hallie Day (2009), Gavin Knox (2010), and Haley Karlson (2010)
Portland Opera, "La Boheme" (2009) ~ Trevor Stewart
Jr. First Citizen Award for Silverton (2009) ~ Briana Bledsoe
Silverton High School Theatre, "Beauty and the Beast" (2009) ~ Casey Magis-Agosta (the Beast), Sierra Druley and Kaitlyn Carlow (Belle, double cast), Haley Karlson (Mrs. Potts), Gavin Knox (Gaston), Alex Jones (French Feather Duster), Justin Thomas (Lumierre), Josiah Muhr, Amber Barnard, Jake Palmer, Julian Harris, Story Cady, Anna Rediske.
National Qualifications for Speach Team ~ Haley Karlson (2009), Gavin Knox (2010 and 2011) and Jasmine Kim (2010 and 2011)
Enchanted Forest Theater, Summer Play Production of "Hansel & Grettel" (2010) ~ Haley Karlson & Casey Magis-Agosta (Professionally paid job as 17 yr olds!)
Papa Murphy's Take & Bake Pizza, TV Commercial (2010) ~ Serena Dufour, age 11
Jr. First Citizen Award for Silverton (2010) - Hallie Day
Pentacle Theatre, "You Can't Take It With You" (2010) ~ Casey Magis-Agosta and Emily Eikleberry
Pentacle Theatre, "Brigadoon" (2011) ~ Emily Eikleberry
Silverton High School Theatre, "The Importance of Being Ernest" (2010) ~ Directed by Haley Karlson. Sierra Druley, Kendra Ferguson, Gavin Knox, and Justin Thomas.
Eugene Ballet Company, "Children of the Raven" (2010) ~ Lily Merritt-Worden
Brush Creek Playhouse, "Snow White" (2010) ~ Kate and Sarah Allanach, leads
Eugene Ballet Company, "Nutcracker" (2010) ~ Kate Allanach, Lily Merritt-Worden, and Sydney Tall
Eugene Ballet Company, "Nutcracker" (2011) ~ Kate Allanach, Lily Merrit-Worden, Sydney Tall and Cecelia Petrik.
Summer Dance Intensive Program "Summer Dance Lab" Whitman College Scholarship Awardee for Jazz and Modern Dance (2011) ~ Miranda Tesch
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