Once there were five little girls who dreamed of being ballerinas. And they made their dream come true. Ballerina Dreams, by Lauren Thompson, Photos by James Estrin.
Learn more about Ballerina Dreams
Our Classes
Classes are a celebration of movement. Dancers work to their own abilities and enjoyment.Each student is paired with a "helper" to assist as necessary.
Learn more about Dancing Dreams' classes.
What is Dancing Dreams?
Dancing Dreams is a dance program specially designed for children with physical challenges that preclude them from participating in community dance classes. The program focuses on establishing an environment where children, regardless of impairment, can participate in the art of dance through therapeutic movement.The program nurtures the individual abilities of the student and allows each child the chance to experience the joy of movement and performance. The year culminates with a recital in the spring. This is a celebration of achievement as well as a rewarding and unique experience that highlights the hard work and motivation of the dancers.
Dancing Dreams was founded in 2002 by Joann Ferrara, PT - a licensed physical therapist with 25 years of experience and a background in Ballet. Joann designs and instructs the classes. Classes are held weekly and generally follow the public school schedule.
Learn more about Dancing Dreams' mission.
Greetings from Dancing Dreams!
The December 6th Winter Recital,our first New York City event, was a great success! Over 500 guests watched our dancers perform onstage. Everyone had a chance to mingle afterward at a reception courtesy of NYU Rusk Medical Center. The event was covered by the New York Daily News as well as NBC New York on the 6pm newscast. Photos and video will be up on the website shortly.
Class News: Thanks to donated tap shoes, our dancers have begun to tap. We are hoping to unveil this new talent at our Spring Recital on April 25th at 1pm. One of our Diva dancers, Cara Liebowitz was inducted into the National Honor Society. The program continues to grow- we now number 35 dancers and 42 helpers!
Wishing all our friends Happy Holidays and a New Year filled with health, joy and happiness,
Joann
Champions For Charity Event
![]()
View some pictures from the event from October 25, 2009
Videos
- Shall We Dance
April 2009 Recital
- We've Only Just Begun
About Dancing Dreams
- Dream Girls
The 2008 Performance
- Nutcracker
The 2007 Performance
- Early Show
News Segment: 01/08
- Today Show
News Segment: 10/07
Quote
I love working with my dancer Danielle. She always has fun and I enjoy seeing her smile.
Photos
![]()
![]()
![]()