Stage Door Dance Academy

Specialties

We offer dance classes for ages 2 through adult.

Our goal is to provide the highest quality dance education by sustaining a nurturing and positive atmosphere wherein young students may grow and learn.

History

Established in 1992.

Debbie Scarpetti opened Stage Door Dance Academy in Palos Park, IL. In 2005, Stage Door relocated to Oak Forest, IL where they built a state-​of-​the-​art facility, and expanded to 3 rooms. Stage Door will celebrate 20 years in business this year.

Meet the Business Owner

Debbie S.

Business Owner

Debbie Scarpetti

Owner/​Artistic & Executive Director

Debbie Scarpetti, owner of Stage Door Dance Academy has been a dance educator for over 35 years — teaching and inspiring young lives. Debbie has had extensive training with Stone & Camryn Ballet, Jimmy Payne, Tommy Sutton & the legendary Mr. Al Gilbert. She has had the honor of receiving numerous prestigious awards for her commitment to the art of dance. Debbie was the recipient of the 2005 Dance Educator Award. Debbie and Stage Door Dance Academy were also recognized by Dance Spirit & Dance Teacher Magazine as one of the «Top 50 Studios on the Move» in the United States in 2007. Debbie’s goal is to continue to nuture young lives in the safe haven of professional education.