J-DAPA (Johnston Dance & Performing Arts) is a Smithfield nonprofit offering affordable, accessible theatre and dance education for ages 3 and up. Dance styles include ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, and acro, alongside acting and voice, and the organization runs a summer theatre camp with multiple sessions. Founded in 1998, it has produced numerous musicals, plays, and cabarets.
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact J-DAPA directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Stephanie SantanielloOur family loves JDAPA! Our kids especially enjoy the range of classes. The plays that they put on are remarkable and such a treat! My son and I went to see the play about the Missing Letter and it was a blast, I never laughed that loud!
★★★★★Linda SturtevantJ-Dapa does an amazing job with the kid’s acting and dance programs. Kudos to the director.
★★★★★Robin AlvesWe absolutely love JDAPA! There is such a strong, positive, community vibe here. The JDAPA kids are one big family. Miss Donna is such an amazing person. She makes everyone feel welcome. I highly recommend taking one of the many classes they offer!
★★★★★Beth WWe saw The Puffs at J-DAPA and it was incredible! The production was great and the detail was all there, including detail down (up?) to the floating candles hanging from the ceiling. The cast were all extremely talented and I will absolutely come back to watch the next show they put on!
★★★★★Beth TrementozziMy daughter has been going here for 10+ years now. They have dance for little ones all the way up to adults. They also have theatre, voice classes, summer intensive classes, and summer camp. We absolutely love it here. The owner and teachers are wonderful, such nice people. Our J-DAPA family. It's affordable and fun!