This is the offical page for Denise's studio. This is where you can inquire about info, applications
08/09/2026
Only 3 days until our September DTDS Competition, and we absolutely cannot wait to see our dancers back on the stage! 🎭💙
But before we get there, let’s throw it back to our most recent competition in July! From incredible performances to big smiles, proud moments and memories we’ll never forget🌟
15/08/2026
Congratulations to these amazing kids that competing in Invercargill over the weekend.
Brooke, Charlotte, Emily, Zaya, Keira and Kasana
July comps over and out!
Love from the Denise Henderson Studio ❣️
24/07/2026
So proud of Lucia for being another one of our students nominated to perform at the National Young Performer Awards in Palmerston North this year! Her dedication and love for dance truly shine, and this achievement is so well deserved. Wishing her an unforgettable experience. We can’t wait to see her light up the stage doing what she loves!🌟💙
22/07/2026
A huge congratulations to Jamie and Izzy, who recently performed their jazz solos aboard the Carnival Splendor during the Showcase South Pacific Dance Championships at Sea. 🚢💙
21/07/2026
What a weekend for Denise Henderson Studio at the Titans of Tap competition in Palmerston North! ✨💃🕺
We are incredibly proud of our three talented representatives – Briar Gager, Max Smith and Yana Dewey – who showcased their hard work, passion and performance on stage.
A huge congratulations to:
🏆 Briar Gager – Senior Championship Winner
🌟 Max Smith – Entertaining award for his song
🥇🥈🥉 And an amazing achievement for our studio, taking 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the Song & Dance section!
01/07/2026
We all had a blast at Denise Hendersons Studio Mid Year Concert! 💙✨ Our talented students performed different musical theatre items inspired by the iconic musicals Grease and Mamma Mia! So proud of all our performers🧑🩰🎭
🎶✨ “Thank You for the Music” performed by our incredible students at the Denise Henderson Mid-Year Musical Theatre Concert! We are so proud of the energy, talent, and passion they brought to the stage. 🌟🎭
29/05/2026
A huge congratulations to Isla and Yana on your nominations to dance at the National Young Performer Awards in Palmerston North later this year!
Such an exciting achievement and so well deserved. Your hard work and passion for dance truly shine through. Wishing you both the most amazing experience. We are all so proud of you and can’t wait to see you shine doing what you love💙🩵
19/05/2026
Throw back to our most recent dance competition, DPACS 💙👯
A weekend full of dance, friendships, fun, and making so many memories together. So proud of all our dancers for their hard work, support for one another, and the smiles they brought to the stage ~ remember your never fully dressed without a smile😇