The Pop Music Academy offers a host of basic, intermediate and advanced music lessons for budding pop musicians. While there are plenty of alternatives for those who wish to learn dance and classical music, the Pop Music Academy is one of the rare few that prepare you to enter the world of professional pop music. From basic lessons for children and beginners, to advance artist development services, this music school is home to a diverse range of programs. Led by talented musicians and well-trained teachers, the students of the Pop Music Academy experience traditional classroom learning in addition to practical experiences like music video recordings, studio recordings, and live performances before an adoring audience and industry experts at the annual Showcase. Audition Prep, Songwriting Coaching and Music Production Lessons are also offered. The academy's studios and performance spaces may be hired for private events, parties, rehearsals and performances.
Connecticut Ballet Center is a great place to learn the art of ballet dancing. Dance classes are available for novices who with to learn as well as proffessionals who want to go in for higher level classes. One can come in for a trial class and then decide whether to take up the course. Courses are available for both adults and children. Zumba classes, hip-hop, Bollywood dancing and tai chi are also taught here. The Connecticut Ballet company also organizes and participates in a number of cultural programs. Three of their dance studios can also be rented on an hourly basis.
Located in a house that was built in 1785 by a Danbury-based military captain, John Rider, the structure currently serves as a museum, offering tours around the entire property. The house was in a state of ruins until it was taken over by the Historical Society of Danbury, restoring it part for part. Visitors are shown each and every room within the structure, offering insight into the lifestyle of the Rider family.
This is a city location for Muslim worship and other services. Check website for local prayer times.