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2020 Nutcracker Reimagined Videos are now available for purchase!
Cost: $25
Performances
2021 Winter Showcase Recordings are now available for purchase!
Welcome To NSSD
North Shore School of Dance (NSSD) is a professional Dance School with 5 studios conveniently located in Highland Park, IL. We are recognized for our positive and nurturing educational environment and ongoing contributions to students' and families' exposure to the arts.
We have continued the tradition of the finest professional dance education in the community for over 50 years. NSSD is the preferred choice for many students just starting out or who are training at an advanced level. With a highly qualified professional faculty, along with guest artists from well-respected companies, NSSD offers extensive programming for pre-schoolers through professionals.
Wherever you are in your dance journey, North Shore School of Dance is ready to help foster your passion for dance!
We offer classes in Ballet, Pointe, Lyrical, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Hip-Hop and more. We also offer open level Adult Dance classes, Pre-Dance classes, Boys Dance classes, Seasonal Workshops and Summer Camps/Intensives for ages Pre-School through High School.
​​At NSSD, we don’t teach students a dance, we teach them how to dance. We believe in education and teaching them skills that will last a lifetime. Our dance classes give each student confidence that instills pride and a higher self-esteem.
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All students and parents are required to abide by NSSD rules, guidelines and regulations outlined below.
NSSD relies on a positive atmosphere for our faculty, dancers and their parents. Our program promotes a positive learning experience for all participants. We believe that the dancer’s success depends on the support of their parents or guardians. Your commitment to the process makes an enormous difference; we encourage you to be a supportive part of your child’s dance education.
Dear Parents,
Students are expected to treat North Shore School of Dance staff and peers with respect and a positive attitude. Dance class is not a time for socialization, it is a time for focus, dedication and education. Excessive talking is distracting and disrespectful to the teachers and classmates.
Dear Students,
A Message to Parents & Students
Our History
1971 - Present
1971
Carol Walker Studio Founded.
1983
The Rory Foster Dance Studio is named and owned by Rory Foster.
1989
North Shore School of Dance is named and owned by Lisa Gold.
NSSD enrolled 90 students for its first year. Greg Begley began teaching at NSSD, the longest running faculty member to date.
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North Shore Dance Company was formed.
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The first Nutcracker was performed. The performance was held in-studio and titled "Crackers".
1996
NSSD expanded to 667 Central Ave. in downtown Highland Park.
2002
NSSD expanded to Highwood East at 43 Highwood Ave.
2005
In the Fall of 2005, NSSD moved into its new location at 505 Laurel Ave. in Highland Park with 5 state of the art studios.
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NSSD celebrated its final Spring Concert and Nutcracker at the Drake Theatre of Barat College.
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C is for Chicago (CIC) Hip Hop Company is formed.
2008
NSSD celebrated its 20th Anniversary of both the school and the annual Nutcracker.
2010
North Shore Repertory Junior Ensemble makes its debut.
NSSD closes its Highwood studio, the original location of NSSD.
Studio 6 is built upstairs in Highland Park.
2012
North Shore Repertory Apprentice Dance Ensemble makes its debut.
2013
NSSD celebrates its 25th year.
2017
NSSD performs its Spring Concert of Dance at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan.
2018
NSSD celebrates the 30th Anniversary of The Nutcracker & premiers the Peanut Cracker.
2019
NSSD celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the Spring Concerts of Dance.
2023
NSSD celebrates 35 years of being open and educating dancers in the Highland Park area.
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They are awarded a certificate of recognition by the Chamber of Commerce.