On Stage Kids 'N Dance 'N Theater Arts

On Stage Kids 'N Dance 'N Theater Arts offers dance for children, including creative movement, pre-ballet, ballet, tap, hip-hop, and contemporary dance. It also offers musical theater, gymnastics, circus arts, and 2026 summer camps that list theater camps, aerial/circus arts, a 3 week arts camp, chess/dungeons & dragons camps, and CIT/CI counselor in training.

Programs

• Dance — Dance program for children; includes creative movement, pre-ballet, ballet, tap, hip-hop, and contemporary dance.
• Musical Theater
• Gymnastics
• Circus Arts
• 2026 Summer Camps — Summer camps page lists theater camps, aerial/circus arts, 3 week arts camp, chess/dungeons & dragons camps, and CIT/CI counselor in training.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old

About the provider

Kids 'N Dance was established in Lafayette in 1996, expanded to Kids ‘N Dance ‘N Theater Arts four years later, and then with the opening of the Oakland facility evolved to become On Stage. The mission statement says Kris Mueller’s vision is to inspire students, and that the instructors, curriculum, and approach to teaching aim to create experiences that capture creativity and allow it to blossom. It also says the organization is committed to building self-esteem and enhancing self-expression through dance, musical theater, and circus arts.

Parents can drop off students or wait in the front lobby. Masks are optional, however adults and children waiting in the lobby with any symptoms must wear a KN95 or similar mask. The play structure is not available for students or siblings at anytime. No walk-ins signups available. Need to schedule a make up? You must now complete this link. Children are encouraged to dance, but never forced. If they are embarrassed or uncomfortable they are permitted to sit out until they feel comfortable.

What families say

“I love it because my kids receive high quality music theater instruction without the pressure and intense schedule of some...” — Oakland Client '15, Consultant

“The teachers are incredible dancers, who really care about the children and want the experience to be meaningful. They teach...” — Oakland Client '13

Last updated September 17, 2026.