RAD-Certified Instructor & Tutor, Irma Becker, guides neurodiverse dancers through a ballet barre exercise.
Area Stage’s Inspire Theatre Project (ITP) is home to one of the only inclusive ballet programs in the world that teaches the official Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) curriculum, led by our certified RAD instructor & Tutor, Irma Becker.
This isn’t a “ballet-inspired” adaptive class. This is true RAD training, the same internationally respected syllabus taught in more than 80 countries, thoughtfully adapted so dancers of all abilities can participate, progress, and achieve measurable artistic growth.
Instructor Irma Becker gives personalized feedback and encouragement to student Jorge Guerrero during class.
What Makes This Program Unique Worldwide?
One of the only inclusive programs worldwide using the authentic RAD syllabus and offer internationally recognized certification
Instruction led by an officially certified RAD Teacher & Tutor
The same structured, graded curriculum adapted to each dancer’s skill level
Focus on technique, musicality, artistry, and personal progress
Where neurodiverse dancers develop discipline, confidence, and a strong work ethic through ballet training.
At Area Stage, access to the arts is about ensuring that every dancer can access the same level of artistic excellence with all the support they need to succeed.
How Can You Contribute To Our Unique Programming?
Area Stage’s Give Miami Day fundraiser directly supports programs like this.
ITP’s RAD Special Adaptive Program exists because the community makes it possible.
Your Give Miami Day support helps us:
🩰 Provide scholarships for students who need financial assistance
🎓 Train more dancers using certified and adaptive techniques
🎶 Expand inclusive performing arts opportunities beyond ballet
💫 Keep proving what is possible when expectation meets accessibility
A donation to Area Stage isn't just a gift, it’s a belief that every dancer deserves the chance to grow, train, and shine.
To take part in the life-changing work we do at Area Stage,
🔗 Donate during Give Miami Day — or early giving
🔗 Start a Champion fundraising page and help us spread the word
🔗 Share this post so more people learn about this powerful program
Every act inspires.
Every gift creates access.
Every dancer belongs in the story.
Learn more or support the program here:
🔗 areastageconservatory.org/itp