Performing Arts Workshop

Specialties

The Performing Arts Workshop is essentially the product of a lifetime spent in the studio, on the stage and behind the scenes. Founder/​Director, Jaime Gong, strives to create an environment for her students that fosters high self-​esteem and a healthy sense of creative expression, while promoting the values of discipline and determination that are essential to success in any endeavor.

We reach out to the Hudson County and other communities through dance and acting programs for students of all ages. Check out our website for complete offerings including our program in schools throughout Northern New Jersey.

History

Established in 2012.

The Performing Arts Workshop began with a belief that a quality arts education should be accessible and meaningful. Our mission is to engage students of all ages in arts experiences designed to build self-​esteem, develop creative expression and promote healthy living.

Our journey began in January of 2012 with a few drop-​in dance classes for adults, a «staff» of one, and a really big dream. Just beyond our 3^rd anniversary, we are proud to share that we now have dozens of classes filling our schedule in six cities, and an ever-​growing staff comprised of gifted professionals in the industry.

Our programming reaches students in myriad ways, including our recreational and pre-​professional programs in Downtown Jersey City, and in-​school enrichment programs we provide to private schools throughout Northern NJ. It is our privilege to share our love of dance and theatre, and hope you will grow with us as we establish PAW as a premier arts education destination, no matter what our location!

Meet the Business Owner

Jaime G.

Business Owner

Jaime Gong, a NYC native, holds a B.A. in Dance from Marymount Manhattan College with a concentration in K-​12 Education. She has trained under, and worked with, some of the finest artists in the dance field for over 30 years– including extensive time as assistant to master teachers at NYC’s Harkness Dance Center and STEPS on Broadway early in her career, which helped strengthen her knowledge of effective teaching techniques.

Now a seasoned dance educator, Jaime has taught classes, led workshops and administered programs in studios, theaters, public schools and private educational facilities throughout New York & New Jersey since 1998. Notable organizations include the NYC & NJ Departments of Education, Brooklyn Public Library, Bergen Performing Arts Center, New York City Center and Neighborhood Playhouse.

Jaime’s primary focus is to make a positive impact on the lives of others through self-​esteem enhancing recreational programs, and intelligent pre-​professional training.