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Welcome to the 2026-2027 Otto M. Budig Academy Season!
As we kick off a new season together, we invite our dancers and families to join us in a simple but powerful commitment: the studio is a special place where meaningful work happens. It's a place to work hard, take risks, learn from one another, and discover what's possible. We're excited to create an environment where every dancer feels focused, encouraged, and supported in their growth by peers and faculty alike and we thank you for the important role you play in creating that kind of environment.
For our dancers, that can look like attending regularly and arriving ready to make the most of class: on time, in dress code, with hair secured and belongings put away. It means listening thoughtfully, staying engaged, and welcoming corrections in the spirit in which they’re intended—as information, not criticism—because feedback is the main engine of progress. We also encourage our dancers to be fearless, not flawless. Mistakes are an important part of learning, so take risks, stay curious, and give yourself permission to keep trying. And most of all, we hope our Academy community is grounded in shared respect. The way we treat our peers, faculty, accompanists, staff, and our facility helps shape the experience for everyone. When each person contributes to a positive and supportive studio culture, we create a place where dancers can do their best work and feel a true sense of belonging.
We’re so glad to begin this season together and look forward to all that the year will bring!
- David Morse, Academy Director
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