Steps on Broadway

Steps on Broadway, or Steps, in New York City is a large dance studio located on 74th Street and Broadway[1] on the Upper West Side. The studio forms a central part of the New York City dance community and a hub for the international community.[1][2]

Programs

Steps has open classes, which run 7 days a week[2] and see more than 3,000 visitors a week.[3] It also runs a dance school with a program for young dancers.[4][5]

While it is not affiliated with any professional company, it is known to be frequented by professional dancers from New York’s top dance companies, including New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre.[5][6]

The primary draw for the studio lies in its more than 125 globally renowned faculty,[6][7] and its vast offerings, which cover all different kinds of dance styles from ballet to flamenco.[3] In addition, classes are accessible to anyone, regardless of training level or age.[8]

History

The studio was founded in 1979 by Carol Paumgarten alongside Patrice Soriero, a jazz choreographer.[1] Its first location was a single room on 56th and Broadway.[6] From there, it moved in 1981 to 1845 Broadway between 60th and 61st,[5] the former location of a famous ballet school run by Melissa Hayden, but soon moved to its current location in 1984. At 74th and Broadway, it started with one floor and five studios, but has now expanded to consist of eleven studios as well as dressing rooms and more.[4]

A school for young dancers was started under the name "The School at Steps" in 2002 as a curriculum based training program.[6] Now called the Steps Youth Programs, it has around 800 students.[3] Steps also houses a branch called Steps Beyond, which focuses on performances by faculty, guests, or lectures.[3]

In the 1990s, Paumgarten and her husband bought out Soriero's share of Steps.[1]

Awards and Recognition

In 2019, Paumgarten was recognized by the Chita Rivera Awards[9] with a Vanguard Award for her founding of Steps and its contribution to the dance community.[10]

References

  1. ^ a b c d Vadukul, Alex (2020-10-09). "Carol Paumgarten, 'Den Mother' to a Dance Scene, Dies at 76". The New York Times. Archived from the original on 2023-05-12. Retrieved 2026-01-04.
  2. ^ a b Dombroski, Victoria (2024-08-07). "The New York City Dancer's Guide to Studios". www.backstage.com. Retrieved 2026-01-04.
  3. ^ a b c d Cohen, Susan (2015-01-15). "New Yorker Spotlight: Carol Paumgarten of Steps on Broadway on Training World-Famous Stage Stars". 6sqft. Retrieved 2026-01-04.
  4. ^ a b Forsyth, Sondra. "BWW Featured Dance Studio: STEPS ON BROADWAY". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 2026-01-04.
  5. ^ a b c "About Steps". Steps on Broadway. Retrieved 2026-01-04.
  6. ^ a b c d admin (2020-02-12). "Steps on Broadway celebrates 40 years". Dance Informa Magazine. Retrieved 2026-01-04.
  7. ^ Stafford, Abi (2020-03-31). "Remembering Iconic Steps Teacher Wilhelm "Willy" Burmann". Pointe Magazine. Retrieved 2026-01-04.
  8. ^ Shamlian, Janet (2023-11-23). "How intergenerational friendships can prove enriching". CBS News. Retrieved 2026-01-04.
  9. ^ "2019 Winners and Nominees". www.chitariveraawards.com. Retrieved 2026-01-04.
  10. ^ Magazine, Harlem World (2019-05-30). "The Fabulous Chita Rivera Award Winners For 2019 Were Presented At The Skirball". Harlem World Magazine. Archived from the original on 2024-08-13. Retrieved 2026-01-04.

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