Kauai Dance Theatre Objective
      Kauai Dance Theatre classes are designed to provide classical training in the art of dance so that students can gain experience, enjoyment, and appreciation for dance through their progressive improvement and advancement in their chosen art form(s).

Janie Crane, Director & Instructor
      The director of Kauai Dance Theatre, Janie Crane, has been involved in the world of dance for over 40 years and strives to instill a love of dance in all students from the youngest aspiring preschool ballerinas to adults who appreciate the grace, exercise and health benefits that dance offers.  After many years of study and six years with a midwest touring ballet company, Crane began her teaching career on Kauai in 1986.  In addition to KDT classes, she has been a choreographer, teacher and/or dancer for many local organizations and events including the Juice Company, Kauai Athletic Club, Kalaheo School's Sunshine Express,  Kauai High School, liturgical dance at Lihue United Church, and local pageants.
Over the years she has inspired students to have not only a passion for dance itself but also to maintain a healthy lifestyle through the physical and mental exercise that dance demands.  Several former students are now professional teachers, choreographers and/or dancers and many have continued to enjoy dance on a personal level as adults. 
The Summer/Fall 2010 term marks the start of Kauai Dance Theatre's 25th year!  In early August, "Miss" Janie will attend a dance teachers conference in Las Vegas to refresh her teaching skills and update her knowledge in all dance styles to share with students as we begin to celebrate our "Silver Anniversary"!

Kauai Dance Theatre
Kalaheo, Kauai, Hawaii