The DanceLife Center

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The Wizard of OZ

With over 65 dancers, DanceLife's "The Wizard of OZ" will be a show not to be missed, with original choreography in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, musical theatre, modern and hip hop. All cast members range from 7 to adults and are from Charleston, Mattoon and the surrounding areas.

"Wizard of OZ" is at the Theatre, Doudna Fine Arts Center at Eastern Illinois University on June 13th at 7pm, June 14th at 7pm, and on June 15th at 2pm.

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Welcome to DanceLife!

Welcome and thank you for your interest in The DanceLife Center! Originally the Jacqueline Bennett Dance Center (Founded in 1970), the school transitioned into the DanceLife Center in 2010 to continue and enhance the legacy of quality dance instruction in East Central Illinois. DanceLife aims to provide quality and tasteful dance instruction in a positive environment. Please take a moment to browse the site. If you are unable to find what you’re looking for, we are happy to assist you - please contact us at [email protected]

Classes for ages 2.5 years to Teens
Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Pointe, Tumbling, Acro, Cheer Dance, and more
Exciting summer technique classes and camps
End-of-Season recital opportunities
Continuing expert instruction