Newsletters & Stories

Keep in step with what’s happening at Bender Performing Arts

Something wonderful is always happening at Bender Performing Arts, North Phoenix’s state-of-the-art dance studio. Whether we’re planning for our annual recital week, reminding everyone of special gatherings, or sharing news and reminders, you’ll find everything you need to know in our monthly newsletter. You can check out this month’s newsletter to see what’s ahead or look at past newsletters to see all we’ve done together — and if you’re looking for a little inspiration, you’ll find it in our stories.

Costume Sale 2025 with Tram Mai Channel 12

Bender Performing Arts visits Tram Mai with Channel 12 about the DanceMotion Performing Companies annual costume sale.

This Month’s Newsletter

Inspirational Stories

Costume Sale 2025 with Tram Mai Channel 12

Bender Performing Arts visits Tram Mai with Channel 12 about the DanceMotion Performing Companies annual costume sale.

National Dance Day 2025 Channel 3

Channel 3 news interviews Mr Bender and dancers perform the National Dance Day Dance 2025.

The Foothills Focus August 2025

Bender Performing Arts dates to 1974, when Betty Johnson started holding classes in her North Phoenix garage. The organization began with a few mats and a record player and has grown into one of the longest-running arts organizations in the Valley. Bender recently...