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Singing Onstage
1108 S Pugh St, State College, PA 16801, United States
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Da
Review №1

This family run business is one of the great gifts of living in this town. I dont know of any other childrens theatre program that offers this level of quality skill building in such a positive and nurturing environment. Young people from any background and experience level will enjoy themselves and grow doing a show with Singing Onstage. My daughter has done a number of shows here over the past four years and each one has helped her to flourish in other areas of her life. She is not an isolated case as every friend, family member, and neighbor we have recommended it to has been amazed by the results. Some of the shyest children I know feel safe enough in this setting to gain miraculous levels of confidence that transfers into their social and academic lives. Of all the investments I have made in my childrens developmental experiences, I consider this to be one of the clearest values.

CO
Review №2

Hey, Ms. Heidi! I really loved doing Annie Jr a few years ago!

Jo
Review №3

Singing on Stage (SOS) is an absolute State College treasure! It is a musical theater group for kids of all ages. Heidi brings a level of theater experience and expertise that one would normally find in a much bigger city. On top of that, and perhaps even more impressive, is the way she interacts with the students. She is incredibly encouraging and builds her students up while still drawing great performance out of them. My kids have really blossomed under her leadership. She is such a positive role model for my kids. If your kids have any interest in singing or theater, definitely check them out!

St
Review №4

Miss Heidi is a true GEM! One of the greatest things about these classes is that they instill confidence in our children! Plus she seamlessly teaches many other skills while kids have a blast singing, acting, and dancing! Best of all is seeing my childs smile and joy after each class.

Ho
Review №5

My daughter has been attending Singing on Stage for the past 3 years and I have watched her develop confidence in herself and joy in the process of learning musical theatre and performing with others. Students are warmly and enthusiastically welcomed by Heidi when they arrive at the studio for class. Heidi takes a large group of young students with varying interests and abilities and gives each of them the opportunity to shine on performance day. Whether its a week long camp or a semester class that meets once a week, its a truly inspiring experience to watch these young performers give it their all for Miss Heidi. I look forward to watching my daughter further develop her skills and love in and for the theatre. Thank you, Heidi and everyone else at Singing on Stage!

Gr
Review №6

Our daughter has been attending Singing Onstage classes and camps for the last 11 years. It has been the best decision weve made. She has developed her singing, her acting, her dancing, and her self-confidence. But these magical musical experiences are so much more than that. Rich, Heidi, Madeline, Jill, and the staff of Singing Onstage not only bring their experience and talent, but their compassion and love to these children. If you to choose to give Singing Onstage a try, your child will be in the best of hands. Its a positive, fun experience that can also be life-changing for kids that are interested in musical theatre.

AM
Review №7

Our oldest daughter has been a student at Singing On Stage since age 4. Eight years later, we couldn’t be more pleased with her growth as a performer but we also marvel at all of the other ways that Singing On Stage has enriched her life. All 3 of our children are now enrolled and they count down to singing days. Heidi’s passion and enthusiasm is contagious. Every child is welcomed and challenged in a nurturing and fun environment. We love that every child shines at Singing On Stage!

Sh
Review №8

My daughter has truly enjoyed the welcoming, nurturing and learning environment that Heidi and her Singing On Stage family offers. She has fun, she builds self-confidence, develops team work skills and learns the ins and outs of putting on a performance. She has done several shows now with Heidis regular season as well as some truly amazing Summer Camp performances that have blown me away! It is literally amazing the caliber of show that Heidi and the kids can accomplished in ONE WEEK! What I have noticed is not only does Heidi and her crew offer support and instruction but the older children in the groups are always helping and supporting younger performers as well. Its a lovely atmosphere and my 12 year old daughter really enjoys it. Both she and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Singing On Stage.

Ka
Review №9

Our child has been participating with Singing Onstage for over 7 years. She absolutely loves it! Heidi and her team provide a fun caring atmosphere in which children from all abilities and personalities can learn and participate. Summer camps provide a perfect introduction to what the larger productions are all about, and it’s always amazing to see how they pull off a great performance in 1 week! It’s been so much fun watching our daughter develop throughout her years of participation; from saying small lines with little movement during her younger years, to incorporating choreography and emotion into the scenes as she grows. We feel that being comfortable and confident on stage in front of an audience is an invaluable life skill whether you are perusing theater/the arts in the future or not.

Su
Review №10

Both of my children have been taking classes and doing performances at Singing on Stage for many years. It is an incredibly warm, supporting learning environment. Heidi, Richard, and Madeline know how to help children develop skills in the most amazing way. Both of my kids have developed self confidence, leadership, self control, and collaboration skills in addition to all the performance specific skills like singing, acting, staging, and remembering lines. Singing on Stage has been a hugely important part of our lives and my childrens growing up. I am really grateful to the Bievers!

Er
Review №11

We have had the best experience at Singing on Stage! Heidi and crew have been so warm, patient, and supportive with our son. We have seen him grow in focus and motivation over the course of the many musicals hes done with them. They really know how to manage and support children. They are also so incredibly professional, and so very talented. I am shocked at what amazing productions they can create in such a short time! Most important of all, its clear just how much the children love Heidi and love being there.

Jo
Review №12

My daughter loves her experiences with Singing Onstage! Through rehearsing and performing in shows and summer camps, she has gained confidence, learned teamwork, and made many new friends. Heidi and Rich create a loving and supporting environment where students are encouraged to work hard, to respect one another and their instructor, and to have fun. It is so exciting to see a group of young people work together to create a beautiful performance. Our family is so grateful to have the opportunity to be part of Singing Onstage. Thank you Heidi and Rich, and your great team of instructors and helpers!

Li
Review №13

Ohmigoodness, Singing On Stage is one of the best experiences must grand daughter has had since she arrived in State College 2 years ago. Heidi doesnt just teach singing and dancing, Heidi embraces these learners with love, instilling self confidence, teaching these children to feel proud of them selves. The beaming smiles and excited body language just shines through when performance day arrives. And dont be fooled, your not going to get away with experiencing just a one time production with Heidi. I can guarantee you that your child will want more.Boys and girls alike are welcome at her studio. Stop in and take a look and listen. You will NOT be disappointed.Ms. Heidi is not only beautiful on the outside, she embraces all that is beautiful about your children. She is an incredible kid whisperer. We hope to be a part of her theatre group for as long as we can!

Ma
Review №14

I cant say enough great things about Heidi and Singing Onstage. Heidi and her team do an amazing job with the performances and the little performers. Heidi is very loving, patient and caring. The classes are fun, and make the kids feel like they are real stars. My daughters Absolutely love attending to Singing Onstage. Highly recommend it!!!!

El
Review №15

My child is currently in her ninth production with Singing Onstage and I am more amazed than ever at the level of professionalism and dedication from the Bievers and everyone on the team. Being part of young peoples theater was a factor in our decision to move to State College and SOS has fulfilled every wildest hope we had. My daughter has moved from one age group to another in the past two and a half years and I am blown away by what students are able to accomplish in such a short time, as in summer camps, and by what an incredibly professional performance they give after a semesters worth of work. Students learn all about theater, speaking, singing, dancing, and so much about confidence and taking pride in themselves. The methods used in SOS are positive and powerful reinforcements and I am proud of the person my child has become as a direct result of the modeling she has received.

Pa
Review №16

Our three sons have participated in various shows through Singing Onstage for five years now, and I continue to be impressed with the attention, patience, and enthusiasm Heidi and Rich show toward each of their students! When our kids were younger it was a fun way to introduce them to the world of theater, and for them to begin developing singing and performing skills.Now that they are older, Singing Onstage gives them a chance to participate in more involved shows, to work with other experienced students, and to experience other unique opportunities, such as performing in a show with a live band! We are very fortunate to have a program such as this in our community. Our family greatly appreciates how much our kids have enjoyed and learned though the various programs, and how much they now appreciate and love theater.

Je
Review №17

Singing Onstage co-founders Heidi and Rich Biever have added so much to our family over the years. Their love for children and musical theatre are unmatched and inspiring. I’m honored to know them, for my children to know them, and would recommend Singing Onstage to anyone!

To
Review №18

A year ago I never would have thought that my daughter would be performing in musicals in front of others. She is very shy and has never been interested. Heidi invited her to try out one of her classes and she has been hooked ever since! She is not performing in her 5th show! Heidi has a special gift to make each child in her program feel special and confident. She knows you and your family by name no matter how many children she is currently working with. She is gentle and kind with each child. She has the patience of a saint! Singing on Stage has been a huge blessing in our lives and I recommend it to anyone I meet. My daughter has gained so much confidence by being in this program and it has opened up a whole new world for her with a newfound love for Theatre. We highly, highly recommend this studio and if you’re on the fence just give it a try. You won’t regret it! Thank you Heidi and the rest of the Singing on Stage team!!

Er
Review №19

We all look for opportunities to invest in our children to help them become the best possible version of themselves. Singing Onstage has made a difference for our children. In particular, it helped our son manage challenges with attention, lower anxiety, increase resilience, and grow his confidence. We have seen the positive effects in school grades, quality of school work, his attitude at home, and his relationships with peers.When you need to be performance ready, you learn stick-to-it-iveness and to get grit pretty quickly. The nurturing and encouraging environment fostered by Heidi, Richard and their staff have made the difference. They provide critical feedback and set expectations in a safe and encouraging environment that helped my son flourish. The best part is that their teaching (and personal ethos) is rooted in the Disney-esque notion that if you can dream it, you can do it. How great is that?!?The side-effect of Singing Onstage, of course, is that my children are learning foundational skills in art performance and art appreciation - something they will carry with them for the rest of their lives. #priceless

El
Review №20

Hi miss Heidi!! This is lizzie erickson!! I love being here and I love how I and my friends can learn so much in just 1 week!!

Re
Review №21

Our family could never give enough praise to Rich and Heidi Biever and their amazing Singing Onstage program. All 5 of our children have been fortunate enough to participate in shows with SOS. We have watched them grow from being unsure and timid onstage to full out belting, dancing and acting machines! I remember turning to my husband and asking, on several occasions, Did you know he/she could sing like that!? Honestly, what they can achieve with these kids in such a short period of time is ASTOUNDING! The professional, nurturing and POSITIVE environment that they create is essential for providing these kids the tools they need to chase and conquer their wildest dreams! We are so grateful to the Bievers and their amazing talents that they happily share with our children. Thank you for these tremendous skills you are teaching our kids so well!

Ka
Review №22

Singing Onstage was not only an essential part of my young adulthood but has been a meaningful experience as a teacher at the studio. Employees, students & their families, as well as the community all reap the benefits of this studio.

Ma
Review №23

Great learning experience for kids!

sh
Review №24

Love love love

Ra
Review №25

Singing Onstage is a priceless jewel for the State College area!

Mo
Review №26

Nice experience!

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  • Address:1108 S Pugh St, State College, PA 16801, United States
  • Site:http://singingonstage.com/
  • Phone:+1 814-360-9761
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  • Performing arts theater
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  • Good for kids:Yes
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