Ballet at Showtime Academy!

Ballet Classes for All Levels

Whether you’re taking your first plié or perfecting your grand jeté, our ballet program welcomes dancers of every level.

Grace. Strength. Discipline.

Why Ballet?

Sign Up for a 2-Week New Student Intro Program today!

New Student Intro Program is just $29.99 and includes a free t-shirt.

To learn more about our programs, call us at 803-203-0208 or fill out the contact form below with the word “Ballet” in the Notes Section.

Ballet is the foundation of many dance styles — and our classes are designed to build confidence, technique, and artistry in a supportive environment. From young beginners to advanced dancers, each student is challenged at the right pace, with expert instruction and attention to detail.

Meet our Ballet Teachers!

Ms. Ash Leland

  • Cameron Wood (she/her) is a dedicated and versatile dance artist originally from Orlando, Florida, and currently based in the Carolinas. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Modern Dance from Point Park University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she received rigorous training in both classical and contemporary dance techniques.

    Cameron began her ballet training at the age of three and has since cultivated a deep foundation in the art form. Over the years, she has studied under and collaborated with a number of esteemed artists and educators, including Jae Man Joo, Julia Erickson, Susan Stowe, Duncan Cooper, and Caitlin Self. These experiences have helped shape her as a technically proficient and expressive performer.

    In addition to her collegiate and private training, Cameron has further honed her craft through participation in prestigious dance programs across the country. Her training includes residencies and intensives at Alonzo King LINES Ballet in San Francisco, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, the Joffrey Ballet School’s Miami program, and MODAS Dance in New Mexico. Each of these opportunities contributed not only to her dynamic range and adaptability as a dancer, but gave her insight on what it means to be a good educator. 

    With a lifelong passion for dance and a commitment to artistic growth, Cameron continues to explore opportunities that challenge her creativity. She strives to create a safe environment for students to expand their views on ballet as a physical practice as well as an art form. 

Ms. Cameron Wood

  • Stacy Garrett McConnell, native of Greenville, South Carolina, holds a B.A. in dance education: K-12 certification and B.F.A. in dance performance/choreography from Columbia College, a M.F.A. in dance performance and choreography from Florida State  University. In addition to her training at CC and FSU, she has studied at The Ailey School’s (official school of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater) Summer Intensive and American Dance Festival’s six week school. As a performer, Stacy has had the opportunity to work with a variety of artists and companies. She was a Faculty member at Winthrop University’s Department of Theatre and Dance from 2002-2019, teaching a range of courses from dance theory to a variety of  dance techniques and serving as Dance Area Coordinator for the ST-ARTS summer program for 10 years. Several of McConnell’s contemporary choreographic works including Classic (For You), Feelodin, and The Middle have been performed at an array of venues across the east coast. In addition, she has choreographed a variety of musicals including Oklahoma, Fame, & Once Upon A Mattress. 

Ms. Stacy McConnell

Showtime Academy is a triple-threat performance studio located in Rock Hill, SC. We have classes for kids ages 2-17 and for adults, ranging from acting and voice to dance, music and art! Learn more about who we are here.

We also partner with our nonprofit, Showtime Theatre Company, to produce a season of shows featuring both our students and members of the community. Check out our upcoming season on shows here!