Create. Explore. Express. Discover the Artist Within

Studio Sharise, located above the Historical Burbank Theatre, is dedicated to bringing the fun and challenge of the creative and performing arts to San Jose. We train aspiring dancers, actors/actresses, singers, musicians and visual artists in performance excellence and artistic expression.

We encourage creativity in the non-performer, help wake up the latent creative passions in the older population and allow the young to explore their artistic creativity.

Our Mission & Vision

Here at Studio Sharise, our mission is simple: to offer quality, top-notch training and allow the exploration of individual, creative expression in both the performer and non-performer, the artist and those who just want to dabble - all in an encouraging, positive and inspiring environment. 

Our vision is to see our students excel in their training and give them an opportunity to participate  in professional stage and film productions. Students can use their talents and hone their skills while working in productions produced by Sharise's company, Mariposa Productions llc, along with other production companies in both the Northern California and LA areas.
 

 Our Way

We believe that creative freedom is as important as proper technique, and through the use of holistic, mind-body training, students are encouraged to develop their individual, artistic expression while gaining technical mastery.  Though personal excellence and commitment is expected, at Studio Sharise you won't find any knuckle smacking, but support in discovering your artist within and meeting your individual goals. Class sizes are limited assuring students receive one-on-one attention in every class.  Click here for Class Information  and more on Holistic Mind-Body approach

Come on In!

It is our desire for all who step into our studio, take our classes or set foot on our stage (or set), feel welcome.  We offer parents a cozy living-room style lobby where coffee, tea, cocoa and free Wi-Fi are available; a Garden Room where children waiting for their classes can snack, play board games, do homework, read or color; and a professionally floored and equipped performance studio where students can create and learn. Just walking into Studio Sharise (as students say), is like "coming home". Click here for studio tour

Community Outreach

We offer classes to those socially and/or economically disadvantaged and to those with mental and physical limitations as we believe no one should be denied the joy that the performing and creative arts can bring.  We are also busy performing at outreach programs such as soup kitchens, homeless shelters and nursing homes. These activities do not only benefit others, but also gives students additional opportunities to put what they have learned to practice - and not just in their training, but in their responsibility to the community, as well.