Thrive Performing Arts Competitors

Miami-Dade County, Florida is the most populous county in the southeastern United States. Miami-Dade County is often referred to as the "Gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean." The County’s estimated population as of July 2015 is 2,693,117.

Ballet Hispánico is the nation’s renowned Latinx/e/Hispanic dance organization and one of America’s Cultural Treasures. Ballet Hispánico brings communities together to celebrate and explore Latine/x cultures through innovative dance performances, transformative dance training, and enduring community engagement experiences. Founded in 1970 by National Medal of Arts recipient, Tina Ramírez, the organization emerged during the post-civil rights movement on New York’s Upper West Side, providing a safe haven for primarily Black and Brown Latinx youth seeking artistic sanctuary during New York City’s plight in the 1970s. The need for place, both culturally and artistically, led families to find Ballet Hispánico. The focus on dance as a means to develop working artists, combined with the training, authenticity of voice, and power of representation, fueled the organization’s roots and trajectory. With its strong emphasis on dance, achievement, and public presence, the organization has flourished in its three main programs: its Company, School of Dance, and Community Arts Partnerships. The organization serves as a platform for historically omitted and overlooked artists providing them with increased capacity, voice, and affirmation. Over the past five decades, by leading with Latinx culture at the forefront of performance, education, and advocacy, Ballet Hispánico’s mission is a catalyst of change and possibility for communities throughout our nation.

For over 35 years Drama Kids International and its affiliated company, The Helen O'Grady Children’s Drama Academy, has been the most popular, internationally recognized children’s after school drama program in the world with over 50,000 students currently enrolled. Our programs offer activities designed to allow children to enjoy a very positive, fun-filled experience that also has a significant impact on students’ self-confidence and self-esteem. Our curriculum is highly structured and focuses on developing public speaking, creative thinking, acting and social skills. In summary, Drama Kids can give kids the confidence to think big, speak up, and play an active role in society. These same skills can be the building blocks that help children achieve personally, academically, and professionally throughout their lives. Our growth is achieved through our network of over 150 trained and dedicated franchise owners. To find a location near you, go to our website at www.dramakids.com To contact our franchise development team, call 1-800-435-6450 or visit our franchise website at www.dramakidsfranchises.com.