Winter showcase

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Winter Showcase is Friday Jan 20 6:00pm. At Kennedy Middle School in Plantsville.

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1/21/2025 09:10:09 am

Great post, thanks for sharing it.

Justice

3/26/2025 10:00:49 am

Justice for Shaniah!

Janice

3/28/2025 01:24:58 pm

To make matters worse, this dance studio has now kicked out the beautiful biracial little girl because the video of her being ignored by Nadia Boucher has gone viral. They are blaming a child for their own misdeeds.

Abbey

3/27/2025 06:22:35 am

Dance teacher Nadia needs to be fired for her horrible negligence and racism towards a biracial child named Shania. You guys as a dance studio need to come out with a public apology this is unacceptable!!!!

Kirsten

3/27/2025 12:31:52 pm

It is absolutely shameful that the studio has not addressed the viral video regarding how the teacher treated Shaniah. Your response should be loud and very clear about your position on this. Otherwise, how are parents ever supposed to trust you with their children going forward?

Qiana

3/28/2025 08:45:57 am

It is unfortunate but reality the owner is likely her mother or a relative so it is not surprising that they've not said a thing. It's the parents of the kids that attend this hateful school that will be th telling sign. If they stay in business then no one has a problem with the behavior.

But these people are trash and Shaniya deserves better

Abby

3/28/2025 03:17:12 am

be ashamed of yourself as a studio. you disgusting human being

3/29/2025 10:06:25 pm

Dawm relax killer😂😂 not disgusting 🤦🤦🤦

Diane

4/1/2025 06:53:46 pm

Jj

Please explain this comment, if you will.

Oh, wait. You probably won't explain it.

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3/28/2025 09:36:19 am

I saw the post on IG… I am completely horrified with the disrespect that was shown toward Shaniah. The dance teacher NADIA BOUCHER should be fired. If you display this type of behavior in front of an audience. I can only imagine the disrespect in the dance studio. Shaniah and her parents need a public apology ASAP just as public as the disrespect that was shown. It’s 2025 and we’re still dealing with racism.

Suzanne

3/28/2025 12:47:03 pm

Why is your racist teacher Nadia Boucher's picture still on your website? This is unacceptable. Racism is abhorrent and this woman should NEVER EVER be permitted to work with children in any capacity.

Shame on you for hiring this woman in the first place.

Chelsey

3/28/2025 12:51:26 pm

They tried to take Nadia Boucher's bio down. She is the OWNER!!! This racist woman is the OWNER of this studio. Unbelievable.

Phyllis Boucher
is the director and owner of Dance Xpressions. Her specialties are in the style of Jazz, Modern and Lyrical, though she is also trained in Ballet, Tap and Hip Hop. She has over twenty-five years experience in dance, teaching, performance and choreography. She began her dance training at Miss Vicki's School of Dance in CT and continued her studies at CCSU. Later she received a diploma in Dance Pedagogy from the Hartford Conservatory in CT where she studied under such teachers as Judi Tolomea, Sarah Franklin and Kent Lindermer. Upon graduation she was chosen to participate in a teacher's workshop at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival in MA where she studied under Milton Meyers. Phyllis has also performed for the Hartford Conservatory and has been a member of the Annex Dance Company. She has taken various workshops and master classes including courses at the Broadway Dance Center in NY. Phyllis was a co-owner of PK's Dance Academy in CT, the director of the dance department for Northwest Catholic High School and an instructor/choreographer for various places including the Hartford Conservatory, Farmington and Avon Parks and Recreation Department and various studios in CT. All her experiences have driven her passion to teach. Phyllis enjoys bringing her experiences into the classroom for all her students to share. She focuses on not only classroom experience but dance experience as a whole. She helps her more dedicated students with performance and competition skills through the DX Dance Team, exposing them to various performance opportunities, competitions, workshops and trips to New York throughout the year. Whether the student is dancing for fun or professional interest she takes pride in her student's progress. Currently Phyllis is working on becoming Dance Masters of America certified. With the new facility and the strength of her faculty she is looking forward to advancing her students toward their goals and helping them fulfill their dreams

3/29/2025 10:08:02 pm

Dawm snitch 🤣🤣😂😂

Do not come to this studio is a racist place!

3/28/2025 03:54:40 pm

Nadia Boucher is a disgusting person!!!
No one should come to this studio! She seems not an employee but the owner of this studio therefore she can’t be fired. Please do not support this studio go to another where you should will be loved and respected.

3/29/2025 10:09:48 pm

Yt ppl aren't standing with y'all. Remember that. If only y'all boycott it won't hurt the company 🤷🤷

Sara

3/30/2025 10:35:52 pm

Do you comment everything here? Like a saving angel for the company? People just want the company to show some respect and no racism but obviously they can’t. And probably you are a white dude so you can’t understand the feelings in this

jj a bitch

5/18/2025 06:38:30 am

we dont want u to take a stand, u really must be this dance company's savior huh? it was wrong & the way the went about it was wrong. there's absolutely no justification for it.. & ur word means nothing .. people will take a stand regardless if your standing with us 😂🤡

3/28/2025 03:59:35 pm

Racist place. Despicable hope y’all get shut down!

Sseeeeen

3/29/2025 05:33:32 am

Ooo..they getting cancelled. We’re not having the racism in 2025. I hope they apologize, if not, I hope the business get shut down

Jay

3/29/2025 10:54:00 am

I hope a public apology is coming soon to Shaniah! This little girl did not deserved to excluded. Mute voices only strengthens disdain for Nadia Boucher. Be better, Do Better.

Shaniah’s Hug

3/29/2025 01:47:08 pm

A problem has been revealed w the owner Nadia, but the moves this business has made since are awful. Kicking out a child for your own shortcomings is wrong. Deleting your IG and bio instead of making a public apology is even more disappointing. I hope that ALL parents boycott this place because it is little Shaniah today, but how would you feel if it was your child? Adults should be held accountable when little eyes are watching. No matter the intention the lack of accountability is unacceptable for people teaching children. And just a little history lesson because you thought it was funny to name the comment section on your website ‘The Peanut Gallery’- that the term comes from slavery. It was the worst section in the theatre furthest from the stage where black people were seated if they were even allowed in event spaces just like the ones your students perform in. Completely tone deaf. Learn and do better. Big hug sweet Shaniah and every child that is deprived less than millions of hugs.

3/29/2025 10:12:46 pm

Yt ppl aren't going to stand and boycott with y'all. Remember that. If only y'all boycott this company it won't effect day to day functions. Js

Jj’s Dad

3/30/2025 07:26:45 am

Jj is a dummy. And you guys are racist. Blatant racism towards kids of color.

Shani

3/31/2025 07:11:43 am

During the most recent viral video that was posted on the internet, a child was visibly seeking comfort, yet she was not offered a hug or any form of support by the staff present. While I understand that personal boundaries are essential, the situation was handled in a way that could be perceived as unprofessional and unkind, especially in a setting that promotes creativity, dance and emotional well-being.

Additionally, I find it particularly concerning that the decision was made to remove the child from the program following this incident. Such a response feels both uncalled for and disproportionate, especially when considering the impact, it may have on a young dancer's confidence and passion for dance. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn and grow in a nurturing environment and removing them from the program can have significant emotional repercussions.

Moreover, I feel compelled to mention that it is crucial to be aware of how our actions and words can impact children, particularly those from diverse backgrounds. Any behavior that can be contribute to feelings of exclusion or distress among our young dancers. I believe that Dance Xpressions has always been a place that embraces positivity and support, and I hope we can work together to ensure that all children feel welcomed and valued. I recommend providing training for staff on empathy, inclusion, and effective ways to offer support to our young dancers.

Kay

3/31/2025 08:21:41 pm

How can someone be so mean and intentionally make a small child feel excluded in front of EVERYONE?!?!?

“Coach” Nadia Boucher should be ashamed of her actions and offer an apology to Shaniah and Shaniah’s mom (instead of sending an email to all the parents of the school placing the blame on Shaniah’s mom).

Own up to your mistakes, apologize, and do better going forward.

The One!

4/1/2025 06:16:59 pm

THIS IS A SHIT SCHOOL WITH SHIT OWNERS!!!

Diane

4/1/2025 06:51:07 pm

Not only did this Nadia bitch not hug the biracial girl, she pulled the little girl's hair so as to keep the child away from her.

This is child abuse and it should be reported.

This is not Trump's Whitehouse. You don't get to abuse children and get away with it.

Jenny

4/4/2025 07:28:07 am

Disgusting. Watched this from Australia. Karmas a bitch.

Karma

4/6/2025 09:09:02 am

That BS of a response. You know you saw her and the hell of you all to have the nerve to kick her out of the program!!! You reap what you sow.

Racist White People

4/7/2025 07:12:23 am

You all will never prosper!!! God does not support you !!!

the apple of gods eye

5/18/2025 06:43:29 am

YOU will not prosper! the devil is a liar & he is living through you! God bless shania, her family & all the people coming together to SPEAK UP!
you shall not preach gods name & use it in that way! he will not forgive you. i pray you find light & stop obsessing over those who are protected & loved by god.

Cindy

4/7/2025 05:50:10 pm

You should truly be ashamed of yourselves for acting like small minded ignorants towards a child. The internet is forever and your blatant racist views are on display for everyone to see and remember even if you deactivate or delete your social media. Your names will pull up these truths of your character and I genuinely hope this affects your ability to work with children in the future.

Because if you're so blatantly going to treat a child with such disrespect in public, well I can't even begin to imagine how you must treat the children left in your care when not in view of the public.

Niche

4/8/2025 05:48:08 pm

Doing that to a child exposes you for the vile, disgusting, terrible person you are.

4/8/2025 11:27:24 pm

The way you handled the backlash has been nothing short of atrocious. The fact that you saw the video that’s everyone else saw and went straight to being defensive and kicking the family out of the program really shows your true colors. Whether or not what you did was intentional, the way you conducted yourself when met with criticism speaks volumes. Do better Nadia.

4/8/2025 11:29:20 pm

Oh and you too Phyllis. You clearly did a terrible job raising Nadia

4/9/2025 07:37:45 am

Well said B!
I'd like to add that Nadia and Phyllis are complete cowards. You certainly don't lead with integrity or grace, which are vital for poised dancers and young women. I have been in the professional dance world for 40yrs. I am absolutely appalled at the entirety of this situation... and the measures you've taken to curb your deserved backlash. Absolutely appalling.

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4/9/2025 05:11:13 pm

Ugly racist human. You deserve all the bad coming your way for that evil act. Try to hide and avoid it but you can’t

Jade

4/10/2025 09:56:47 am

Why have you all not commented on this matter?
Are you waiting for it to just “go away”? I just can’t understand not addressing the situation like the business owners you claim to be.

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