Allegro Dance Company is a dance education organization that offers authentic Italian dance lessons for teens and adults. Celebrating their 30th anniversary, they also provide online dance and yoga classes for the same age group. In addition to classes, Allegro also offers performance opportunities for its students. They demonstrate a commitment to preserving Italian dances for future generations, creating a bridge between tradition and modern to inspire the next generation of Italian dancers.
The company was founded by Anna Pishner Harsh, a proud Italian-American who initiated the dance company out of her love and inspiration from her own Italian roots. Her grandparents migrated from Reggio di Calabria, Italy to the United States in the early 1920s, passing on their rich Italian heritage. Anna holds a Master's degree in Communication from West Virginia University (WVU) and a Bachelor's in Dance from Slippery Rock University. Her aim to expand and grow Allegro's repertoire of authentic dances is further enhanced by her extensive research in Italy with various dance teachers over the years.
Allegro Dance Company not only teaches dances but also imparts the history behind them, which can date back thousands of years. These dances are more than just movements, they hold history, express various emotions and possess a sacred and ceremonial aspect. With an online application process, Allegro makes joining them an easy process for those aspiring to learn and carry on the tradition of Italian dance. Albeit being an education organization, Allegro also offers performances and provides a platform for showcasing the talent of its students, creating a dynamic learning environment.
