The Rhythm Factory - School of Performing Arts

08/26/2026

"The Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet" is BACK again this year! We are so excited and can't wait to share this opportunity with you! This is an excellent experience for any student, boys and girls, ages 6-17, regardless of technical level.

The youth cast is at the heart of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet. Sign up your dancer now to audition and perform alongside our international ensemble. The 33rd Anniversary Tour showcases talent from Ukraine, London, Italy, Kazakhstan, Japan, and more, promising an unforgettable experience. Join us on the Carson Center stage this Christmas!
There’s a role suited for everyone, whether it’s as Party Children, Mice, Snowflakes, Snow Maidens, or Variations! Seize the opportunity to shine under the spotlight and make incredible memories that will last a lifetime! Sign up today!!

AUDITION DATE IS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH @ our Paducah Studio, 701 Jefferson St. Cost is $50(there is a $5 service fee added). The fee includes audition and all additional rehearsals. All registrations can be done online at nutcracker.com, under tab Dance with Us, then sign up for auditions and put in Paducah. The first rehearsal with the audition director will be in the afternoon after auditions and possibly in the afternoon on Sunday, Oct. 18th if we need additional time. All remaining practices will be on Saturdays each week until the show with the exception of Thanksgiving weekend.

THE SHOW IS SATURDAY, DEC. 19TH @ 7:00PM at the Carson Center. They offer discounted tickets for those families that have a student participating and we will have that information available at auditions.

For more information on the Dance with Us program, please go to nutcracker.com, go to tab Dance with Us and then FAQs for students

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] or text/call 618-638-3602.

08/18/2026

HELLO BENTON & SURROUNDING AREAS!! REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR DANCE CLASSES AT MARSHALL COUNTY ARTS CENTER!! Class begin this Thursday, August 20th.

Here is the Fall Class Schedule for Thursdays:

3:45-4:30 Tiny Dancers(ages 3-5)tap & ballet
4:30-5:15 Tiny Dancers(ages 3-5)tap & ballet***
4:30-5:15 Level 1B(ages 5-7)tap, ballet & jazz
5:15-6:00 Acro(ages 4-7)***
5:15-6:15 Level 1A(ages 8-10)tap, ballet & jazz
6:15-7:30 Level 2(ages 10-14)tap, ballet & jazz

***New this fall — another Tiny Dancers class and Acro.

Come join us this year at the arts center!! We would love to have you!!

To register, call 270-252-7022. Or registration is available online Marshall County Arts Center home page; marshallcountyarts.com.

**note**if you have issues with the online registration, please call the office and leave a message with students name, age and class you want to enroll in.

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08/16/2026

Hey Paducah and surrounding areas!! Our fall classes begin tomorrow, Monday, August 17 and we are so excited to begin our 16th year. We still have spots available in a few classes so don’t forget to reserve your spot! Our fall schedule is available on our website, trfpaducah.com, under the schedule and pricing tab. We have a variety of classes available for your student! Come join us, we would love to have you!!

Discounts available for siblings and if your student takes multiple classes. If you have any questions, please reach out to us by email at [email protected] or text/call us at 618-638-3602.

Photo credits CWindings Media & Photography

08/16/2026

Metropolis & Surrounding Areas! We would love to have you join us this year!! Classes start tomorrow Monday, August 17th and are filling up fast so don't forget to register! We are excited about our new schedule this fall! Here is our fall lineup with our new class offerings:

Mondays -- Intro to Hip Hop 4:00-4:30pm $50/month
Intermediate Hip Hop 4:30-5:15 $55/month**
Tuesdays -- Musical Theater 1 4:30-5pm $50/month
Musical Theater 2 5-5:45pm $55/month
Pom/Jazz 6:00-6:30pm $50/month
Beginner Lyrical 6:30-7:00pm $50/month
Wednesdays -- Tiny Dancers 1 4-4:45pm $55/month
Level 2 Dance 4:45-6pm $65/month
Thursdays -- Creative Movements(ages 2-3) 4-4:30pm $50/month
Tiny Dancers 2 4:30-5:15pm $50/month
Acro 5:15-5:45pm(Ages 4-10) $50/month **
Level 1 Dance 5:45-6;45pm $60/month
Fridays -- Level 1 Dance 4-5pm $60/month**
Creative Movements(ages 2-3) 5-5:30pm $50/month**

**New classes

Discounts available for siblings and if your student takes multiple classes. Scholarships also available upon request. If you have any questions, please reach out to us by email at [email protected] or text/call us at 618-638-3602.

Photo credits CWindings Media & Photography

08/07/2026

Summer is quickly coming to an end, schools are starting back and dance/vocal classes will be in session in a few short weeks.

One more chance tomorrow to join us for Open House Registration in Paducah and Metropolis. Paducah is from 9am-12pm and Metropolis is 1-4pm. You can register at either location.

Can’t make it tomorrow or have questions about classes, no worries, email us at [email protected] or text/call 618/638-3602. Also our online registration is available now.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpBOzax7Oen7YnIg-QNECxDZGigwl56-u3O0uLssqS-NWQaQ/viewform?usp=dialog

We would love to have you join us for the 2026-2027 season!

Classes begin August 17th.

08/05/2026

METROPOLIS & SURROUNDING AREAS...TOMORROW IS THE DAY!

Come join us for our first day of Open House Registration in Metropolis tomorrow, August 6th from 4-7pm. If you can't make it tomorrow, we will also have another one on Saturday, August 8th from 1-4pm. Classes begin the week of August 17th. We are so excited to begin a new year and hope you can join us.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected] or text/call 618/638-3602.

08/05/2026

Benton and Surrounding Areas…Dance Registration is officially open @ the Marshall County Arts Center 😊. Classes are on Thursdays and will start August 20th! If you have questions, please contact them at 270-252-7022.

The Marshall County Arts Center Dance Program offers students the opportunity to build confidence, creativity, coordination, and performance skills in a fun and supportive environment. Each class is designed to meet students at their developmental level while introducing proper technique, movement,....

08/02/2026

Come join us for our last summer camp this week in Metropolis!!

Tutus & Twirls -- Thursday, Aug. 6th 11am-12pm for ages 2-6. An introduction to our creative movement and tiny dancers classes. Come play, jump and twirl with us as we explore the world of dance. Cost is $35.

This camp is a lot of fun and we would love to have you!!

To enroll, email us at [email protected] or text/call 618-638-3602.

08/02/2026

Come join us this week for our last camps of the summer in Paducah!

Last two days of Technique Camp are Monday, Aug 3 and Wednesday, Aug. 5 from 1-3pm.

Contemporary/Lyrical Camp -- Aug 3-5, 4-5pm for Ages 11 & up. Join Miss Reagan and learn dance combos to some of her favorite songs and artist. Cost is $60.

Collegiate Dance Team Prep Intensive -- Aug 3-5, 5-6pm for Ages 11 & up. Come learn what it's like to be on a college dance team from our own TRF Alum, current Racer girl captain and Louisville Kings professional dancer, Reagan Easter. Each day, students will learn combinations in various dance team styles; hip hop pom and jazz. You don't want to miss out on this exciting experience. Cost is $60.

Tutus & Twirls -- Aug. 4th 1-2pm for ages 2-6. An introduction to our creative movement and tiny dancers classes. Come play, jump and twirl with us as we explore the world of dance. Cost is $35.

Lots of fun opportunities this week before school starts back. We would love to have you join us!

To sign up, email us at [email protected] or text/call 618-638-3602.

07/29/2026

Summer is quickly coming to an end, leap into fall and fall in love with performing arts this year! Open House Registration in Paducah is tomorrow, Thursday, July 30 and Friday, July 31 from 4-7pm. Come check out the studio, meet our teachers and register for classes. Escape the heat and enjoy some refreshing drinks and cookies too. We would love to have you join us this year!

Can’t make it this week, we will have another one in Paducah next Saturday, August 8th from 9-12pm.

Metropolis Registration is next Thursday, August 6th from 4-7pm and Saturday, August 8th from 1-4pm.

Our 2026-2027 schedule is up on our website, trfpaducah.com as well as our registration forms.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected] or text/call 618/638-3602.