Every child deserves to be happy!
Every child
deserves
to be happy!
Slum to Stage Uses Dance to Retain the Interest of 290 Children in Schools.
Bring dance & joy to government school
Bring dance & joy
to government
school.
Inspiring Students Through Movement and in line with the UNESCO Happy Schools Program.
Partnership with
French Embassy.
Partnership with
French Embassy.
Slum to Stage Partners with the French Embassy in Nigeria in Activism Against Sexual Gender-Based Violence(sGGB).
Slum 2 Stage dance production
Slum 2 Stage
dance production!
Reimagines Chinua Achebe's “THINGS FALL APART” in a Dance Production in Partnership with Transcorp Hilton Abuja
Who we are
Slum to Stage provides preliminary and intermediate dance training for children and young adults in developing areas in Abuja through performing and creative arts programs that enhance both their academic and artistic performance.
What we do
We are closing the gap between arts & academic education in classrooms, by campaigning for academic schools to imbibe creative and problem-solving skills into their curricula.
Why we do it?
Read Chidinma's Story
- a student in the program
Chidimma is a seven-year-old girl living in a small community in Abuja. She attends an affordable government school in Gwarimpa. Before Chidimma leaves for school on most days,
her parents are usually engaged in heated arguments. Although she is seated in class...
Chidimma is a seven-year-old girl living in a small community in Abuja. She attends an affordable government school in Gwarimpa. Before Chidimma leaves for school on most days, her parents are usually engaged in heated arguments. Although she is seated in class,
Chidimma’s mind wanders off – reliving her experiences at home and dreaming of a life under different circumstances. Several times, she imagines herself on a stage, dancing to a crowd or, to her own shadow, twirling and taking giant leaps with the aim of reaching for the stars. On these days, she is snapped back to reality by her teacher’s sudden yell.
This is often followed by a question asked for the sole purpose of humiliating her for ‘lack of attention’ in class. Chidimma joined the Slum to Stage program, and here, she is taught movements and routines that enhance her memory. When she makes a mistake,
Chidimma is corrected with compassion by her dance instructor and teammates, further emphasizing the importance of team work. Chidmma is also encouraged to create dance routines of her own which she teaches to the other dancers. This has brought about a significant shift and increase in her confidence and self-esteem.
Our Offerings
Community
Our program creates a sense of belonging and strong friendships, bridging social gaps and celebrating diversity through movement
Education
We use choreography to enhance focus and concentration, leading to better academic performance
Health
Our rigorous dance classes improve cardiovascular health, flexibility and strength, reduce stress and anxiety while enhancing mental/cognitive skills and promoting discipline
Behaviors
Our students build confidence and self esteem by mastering new skills. We also encourage teamwork and cooperation in group performances
Our Programs
Dance
After School
Home Visits
Dance
After School
Home Visits
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Actively participate
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Testimonials
A huge thank you for the incredible impact you’ve had on my daughter, Alice. Over the past year, I’ve watched her grow in confidence, grace, determination, and strength. Her transformation extends beyond ballet—even her academics have improved. She came 1st in her class! I’m so proud of her, especially seeing how much joy she finds in dancing and how far she’s come.Alice holds you in such high regard.Your professional and caring approach has earned you deep respect from your students—and from parents like me.
The Slum to Stage program helps children connect with their creative and artistic essence. It gives them the opportunity to transcend limitations—and the freedom to become.
Ballet is rarely accessible in this part of the world. It’s truly commendable that Slum to Stage is giving children the opportunity to experience and learn this captivating dance style
We are grateful
for our partners
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