Come Learn with Us! Come Dance with Us!
Las Vegas, NV
(805) 640-5221
Come Learn with Us! Come Dance with Us!
Las Vegas, NV
(805) 640-5221
Join us at Dance in the Desert Festival
Summerlin Library Theatre
Friday, July 30th 7pm Saturday, July 31st 2pm and 7pm
Premier for "Sketches"July 31st Matinee 2pm
"Sketches" was inspired by Lappen's work with the Parkinson's community. The event is Free, but seating is first come first serve.
In Person Classes resume 07/01/2021! Sign up today!
Dance for PD® - Las Vegas
Our classes are taught by a Certified Dance for PD teaching artist.
Thursdays 1-2pm
In a joyful environment, we celebrate life by dancing and moving together.
New Location: Pointe Dance Center
9512 W Flamingo Rd #100, Las Vegas, NV 89147
Register for Class
We have a limited number of spaces available. We encourage you to sign up for class today. Contact: pamelalappen@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
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Credit Cards are now accepted. Simply click on the button below. Thank you!
Pamela Lappen, Dance for PD® Certified Teacher
Pamela Lappen/Dancing with Parkinson's - us is a licensed Dance for PD® affiliate.
Dance for PD licensed affiliates are the only organizations authorized to offer Dance for PD-branded classes based on the Mark Morris Dance Group's research-backed program. Licensed affiliates maintain the highest standards of teaching, program delivery and administrative support to ensure that classes they offer are safe, beneficial and enjoyable.
Dancing with Parkinson's - us
Pamela Lappen
Dance for PD® Certified Teaching Artist, M.A. - UCLA, Dance and Education, B.F.A. - U.W. - Milwaukee, Dance and Theatre Performance
Since 2010, Pamela has been teaching dance for the Parkinson's community. Her work is recognized by the Parkinson's Foundation, the Nevada Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts and Dance for PD. Having taught dance at universities, colleges, high schools, professional dance schools, as well as dancing professionally, Pamela's primary focus now is to enrich the quality of life for those with PD through the art of dance.
Learn with Us!
Classes are taught in a fun and supportive environment. Participants experience an improvement in their thinking as they build stamina, flexibility, postural stability, coordination, confidence, and social relationships.
Dance with Us!
In an environment that focuses on art, wellness, and creativity, come and experience the essence of movement - joy!
Free At Home Videos
The Dancing with Parkinson's -us videos are educational dance activities for at home use. Simple and easy to follow along, the videos are designed for people with Parkinson's disease. A series of 12 videos for at home dance classes. Dancing with you every step of the way from sunny Las Vegas, NV. Click on the button below!
Dance for PD® Pro New standing class!
Full standing dance for Parkinson's class
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Twice a month on Tuesday.
Join us via Zoom!
Full standing dance for Parkinson's class.
Dancing with Parkinson's - us Project
Community
Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease
Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease
Dancing with Parkinson's-us is a community based dance project that serves the greater Las Vegas Parkinson's community, through the Dance for PD® approach. Our mission is to improve the lives of people with Parkinson's disease through our dance classes, activities and events, while operating with the highest standards in arts education.
Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease
Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease
Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease
We welcome those with PD, along with their caregivers, to attend and participate in our classes. In a joyful environment, we celebrate life by dancing and moving together, with a Dance for PD® Certified Teaching Artist.
Events for Parkinson's and Dance
Events for Parkinson's and Dance
Events for Parkinson's and Dance
Along with regular Dance for PD classes, some of our dancers and supporters have participated in the Dancing with Parkinson's NV video project, "Crane Dance" for the World Parkinson Congress in Kyoto, Japan and danced in our latest project "PD and the Creative Arts Experience ".
Your Support is Appreciated
Events for Parkinson's and Dance
Events for Parkinson's and Dance
Want to become involved with our work, in the Parkinson's community? Please let us know! Contact:
Join our Inspirational Guest Artist & Speaker Program
Alex Clements - International Jazz Pianist
Alex Clements - International Jazz Pianist
Alex Clements - International Jazz Pianist
June and July 2020 - Alex joined us in class to play an inspiring short musical concert via Zoom. UNLV Jazz Professor and performer in the Cirque du Soleil show "O", Alex it was an honor to have such an amazing artist play for our class. Thank you for each note!
Cheyenne Deen - Dancer
Alex Clements - International Jazz Pianist
Alex Clements - International Jazz Pianist
June 2020 - Cheyenne joined us in class for a mini dance concert via Zoom. She also has performed with our PD dancers in "When Parkinson's Knocks on Your Door." Thank you for each thoughtful step!
Mary LaCroix - Dancer
Alex Clements - International Jazz Pianist
Mary LaCroix - Dancer
July 2020 - Mary joined us in class, along with some of her dance students, for a mini dance concert via Zoom! Mary can also be seen in our Dancing with Parkinson's NV videos. Studio owner of Las Vegas Dance Academy Mary welcomes our PD dancers into her studio. Thank you for each magical step!
Shannon Yee
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Mary LaCroix - Dancer
January 2020 - Shannon danced with us in our presentation of "When Parkinson's Knocks on Your Door." And, will be working with us in the November "PD and the Creative Arts Experience". Thank you for your ongoing contributions.
Add Your Name to Our Wall of Artists!
Add Your Name to Our Wall of Artists!
Add Your Name to Our Wall of Artists!
Discover how taking a moment in sharing your art with our Parkinson's community can bring great joy and inspiration!
Share Your Art!
Add Your Name to Our Wall of Artists!
Add Your Name to Our Wall of Artists!
Are you working on a new idea and would like to share in front of a small audience? We would love to see what you are creating. Or, would you like to be a part of our program of professional artists working with our PD community? Give us a call!