Emma Parslow
Instructor — Acro & Tumbling
Emma is a dedicated dance instructor from Southern Maine who specializes in acrobatic and tumbling instruction. She began teaching at just 16, and since has gained experience working with a variety…
Where Artistry Comes First
Dance classes for ages 2 through teens in Beverly, Massachusetts — building technique, confidence, and individual expression since 2004.
Our Studio
An inclusive, empowering home for every dancer
Cape Ann Center for Dance provides a strong foundation in dance technique and individual expression in an inclusive, emotionally safe and empowering environment. The studio teaching emphasizes the artistry of dance, and celebrates the unique style of each student. CACD offers recreational classes, in addition to the Company dance program — an opportunity to commit to a more in-depth track, which involves participating in professional performances and respected regional competitions.
CACD programs accommodate all ages and abilities.
Recreational classes in Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, and Contemporary, for ages 2 through teens.
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Recreational Programs
Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, and Contemporary for ages 2 through teens — joyful, technique-driven classes for every level.
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Competitive Programs
The Cape Ann Performance Company — a close-knit competitive team where dancers grow as individual artists.
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Dedicated teachers who nurture technique, artistry, and confidence in every dancer.
Owner & Director
Miss Kim
Owner & Director · Artistic Director, Cape Ann Performance Company
Kimberly Blisard began her dance career at Bradford College, graduating with a BA in Humanities. While pursuing her career, Kim trained with Irene Weiss, Kathryn Mickel, Luigi, Adrienne Hawkins, Christina Polos and Lance Westergard. She also studied extensively in NY with Lynn Barr, traveling to Italy for training and performance opportunities. Kim opened the Cape Ann Center for Dance in 2004. In addition to running the dance studio, Kim is the artistic director of the Cape Ann Performance Company. Over the years, the company dancers have performed Ms. Blisard's award-winning choreography at many venues, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Martha Graham Studio Theater and the KoDaFe International Festival at Ailey Citigroup Theater in NYC.
Talia Maihos
Instructor
Talia has been dancing for thirty years and has over fifteen years of teaching experience. She is trained in various styles and has taught Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Acro, Musical Theatre,…
Sophie Constable
Instructor
Sophie Constable is a dancer and choreographer from New Paltz, NY. She graduated in 2022 with a BFA in Dance from Brockport State University. Since graduating, she has danced with the 'Garth Fagan…
What Our Families Say
Miss Kim is a professional, warm and loving teacher and mentor. She and her teachers offer a quality dance curriculum. Our daughter loves going to CACD; it is more than a dance studio — it is a safe and nurturing place, and as she says, her second home. During class the girls learn amazing dance techniques, and when competing on stage their dancing stands out. Kim nurtures talent, but also teaches valuable life skills. Her high standard of teaching is second to none, and we are so incredibly lucky to have her on the North Shore.
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