Maria Christina's School of Dance

Maria Christina's School of Dance Maria Christina's School of Dance "Where Strength is Found Within Yourself!" At MCSD you will find classes for ages 2 years - Adults!

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MCSD FAM is celebrating a 🎉BIRTHDAY🎉today! We are wishing the HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY to Miss Samantha! ••• Miss Sam’s dedica...
06/16/2026

MCSD FAM is celebrating a 🎉BIRTHDAY🎉today! We are wishing the HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY to Miss Samantha!
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Miss Sam’s dedication to her dancers is such a joy to watch. She works hard each week to truly bring out the best in them so they can shine the brightest!
We hope you have the very best day!
We love you!!! 🩵

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to our dancers that completed their mock exams last night! Their progress is INCREDIBLE, and they a...
06/12/2026

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to our dancers that completed their mock exams last night!
Their progress is INCREDIBLE, and they all did such a beautiful job!
đź’« Keep Reaching!
đź’« Keep Growing!
đź’« Keep Shining!

⛳️ SAVE THE DATE ⛳️Stay tuned for registration, sponsorship opportunities, and more exciting details coming soon! 🏌🏽‍♀️ ...
06/11/2026

⛳️ SAVE THE DATE ⛳️

Stay tuned for registration, sponsorship opportunities, and more exciting details coming soon! 🏌🏽‍♀️

06/08/2026

Even after a longggg recital weekend, many of our dancers who will also be taking their RAD Exams later this summer performed a demonstration this evening for parents and other dancers 🩵
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They have worked SO HARD this season and we cannot be prouder of these dancers!
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06/07/2026

As the curtain closes on our 22nd Annual Spring Recital, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude.

To every dancer who stepped on stage this weekend:
You were absolutely incredible. Your hard work, dedication, and passion shined so bright. Watching your growth throughout the season and seeing you bring each performance to life was truly inspiring.

To our dance families:
THANK YOU. The kind words, messages, hugs, and beautiful comments we’ve received over the past few days have meant more than we can express. Your support, trust, and belief in our studio makes everything we do possible.

A recital is so much more than a performance. It’s the culmination of months of hard work, memories, and challenges overcome. Last night was a reminder of the special community we’ve built TOGETHER over the past 22 years.

Thank you for allowing us to share in your children’s dance education.
We are endlessly proud of every dancer who took the stage and deeply grateful for every family who continues to be part of our dance family.

Until next season… thank you for making our 22nd spring recital one we’ll never forget. 🩵

Help us celebrate our recital weekend with today’s🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟•••From the moment she stepped into her preschool da...
06/05/2026

Help us celebrate our recital weekend with today’s
🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟
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From the moment she stepped into her preschool dance class at just three years old, Michayla has been a shining light on the dance floor. She joined the competition team at age seven and has spent the last decade growing into a powerful, expressive, and dedicated performer. Throughout her competitive journey, she has been part of numerous award‑winning routines and has earned achievements that reflect her hard work, artistry, and passion for dance.
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Beyond the studio, Michayla is an accomplished student and leader. She is a proud member of FBLA – Future Business Leaders of America, where she serves as manager of the school store. She is graduating with High Honors, a testament to her commitment to excellence in everything she does.
Her love for the arts extends into music as well. Michayla is a member of Tri‑M, the Music Honor Society, and is the recipient of the National Chorus Award, recognizing her outstanding dedication and talent.
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This fall, Michayla will take the next exciting step in her artistic journey. She has been accepted to New York University’s Tisch School of Drama, where she will study in the prestigious Stella Adler Studio BFA Program. Her future is as bright as her spirit, and we cannot wait to see all she will accomplish.

We wish Michayla so much success and look forward to seeing her succeed 🩵

Help us continue to celebrate our recital week with today’s🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟•••Gabriela “Gabby” began dancing at age 7,...
06/03/2026

Help us continue to celebrate our recital week with today’s🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟
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Gabriela “Gabby” began dancing at age 7, starting in recreational classes and steadily advancing through higher levels with dedication and heart.
In the summer of 2023, she auditioned for our competition team and earned placements on 4 teams, a turning point that sparked tremendous growth.
Over the last three seasons, Gabby has been part of multiple award‑winning routines, and this year she is especially known for her standout featured moment in our acclaimed number “Chandelier.”
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This spring, Gabby auditioned for and secured a spot on Utica College’s Dance Team, where she will be attending in the fall majoring in Health Sciences. She has become a positive role model and a true inspiration to our younger dancers, and we are incredibly proud of all she has accomplished.

We wish Gabby so much success and look forward to seeing her succeed 🩵

Help us continue to celebrate our recital week with today’s🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟•••Gwen began her dance journey at Maria Ch...
06/03/2026

Help us continue to celebrate our recital week with today’s🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟
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Gwen began her dance journey at Maria Christina’s School of Dance at just 22 months old and joined the competition team at age 7. Over the years, she has been a dedicated and passionate member of the MCSD family, earning numerous awards and honors with her teams. Gwen has also been recognized for her stunning solo work, receiving many overall awards for her artistry and performance quality.
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Four years ago, Gwen discovered another creative passion when she began designing many of our studio T‑shirts, including our annual production shirt. Her eye for detail, bold creativity, and natural design instincts quickly became an essential part of our studio’s visual identity.
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Gwen will graduate from New Hartford High School and, this fall, will attend MVCC on a FULL ART SCHOLARSHIP. She will be pursuing a dual major in graphic design and photography as she continues to grow her artistic voice both inside and outside the studio.

We wish Gwen so much success and look forward to seeing her succeed 🩵

Help us continue to celebrate our recital week with today’s🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟•••Makayla began dancing when she was just ...
06/02/2026

Help us continue to celebrate our recital week with today’s🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟
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Makayla began dancing when she was just 3 years old under the training of Melissa Swald from Dance Etc. At 8 years old, Makayla began her journey with MCSD and has been a member of the competition team for 8 seasons.
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Makayla will be graduating from Central Valley Academy in June 2026, closing out a high school career defined by dedication, talent, and a clear passion for the beauty industry. While attending CVA, she successfully completed a two‑year Cosmetology program through BOCES, where she consistently demonstrated strong skill, professionalism, and drive.

Her commitment to her craft led her to compete in the SkillsUSA Regional Competition in the Cosmetology Division, where she earned an impressive 2nd Place finish. Makayla then advanced to the New York State SkillsUSA Competition, proudly representing her region at the state level.

After graduation, Makayla plans to obtain her New York State Cosmetology License and begin her career in the beauty industry. She also intends to further her education by pursuing certifications in both Massage Therapy and Esthetics, continuing to expand her expertise and future opportunities.

We wish Makayla so much success and look forward to seeing her succeed 🩵

ITS SHOWWWW WEEK @ MCSD!!!•••If you want to see these dancers SHINE ✨Get tickets to come and see us this weekend!•••YOU ...
06/01/2026

ITS SHOWWWW WEEK @ MCSD!!!
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If you want to see these dancers SHINE ✨
Get tickets to come and see us this weekend!
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YOU HAVE 3 CHANCES:
🌟 June 5th @ 6:30pm
🌟 June 6th @ 11:00am
🌟 June 6th @ 4:00pm
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Get your tickets here: https://mvcc.edu/event-guest-services/boxoffice/

Address

441 Trenton Avenue
Utica, NY
13502

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Monday 3pm - 9pm
Tuesday 3pm - 9pm
Wednesday 3pm - 10pm
Thursday 3pm - 10pm
Saturday 8:30am - 12pm

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