DIAMOND ARTS WELLNESS PROJECT
"Our girls love being in the performing companies at Diamond Talent! What an amazing opportunity to have such high quality dance and musical theater training right here in St. George! Brian and Melinda and all their staff are the best! They also really know how to put on an entertaining, inspiring and professional show."
- Debbie Grygla
Daughter Danna | Diamond Alum '25
Daughter Corryn | Diamond Student
"The performing company experience cultivates an environment of teamwork, without competition...
Their supportive environment also nurtures a strong sense of family in the children and young adults. The young adults are mentors to the younger children, and understand this important role during their training with Diamond Talent. As a result, the younger children are encouraged and inspired by the discipline and talent of the young adults (all of which were developed at the studio). This active mentoring is on full display during their live performances throughout the year when the performing companies all come together as a team to put on an amazing show for the public."
- Deb Moon
Daughter Wynona | Diamond Alum '25
"The training my children receive is the best of the best. I like that Diamond Talent is a non-competitive studio. Each student is encouraged to do their best and be happy with who they are.
Not only do our children get the best dance and performing education, but they have also learned life lessons they will remember forever. Brian and Melinda care about each and every student at the studio. Students are encouraged to dream big and work hard so they can achieve any goal they want."
- Brooke Taylor
Daughter Elsie and Son Connelly | Diamond Students
Daughter Lindsay | Diamond Alum 2021
"WE LOVE DIAMOND TALENT!! My daughter has been dancing at Diamond Talent for 15 years. The atmosphere and energy at the studio is like no other! ...
You can get involved in extra classes if you want to dedicate yourself to hard work and be apart of a company that gets to perform in extra events such as the Dixie Roundup parade, Hunstman Senior Games Opening Ceremony in the Fall, Jubilee of Trees, Dickens Festival, Diamond Talents very own Christmas Show...
I am so Grateful for Diamond Talent and all they are doing and have done for my daughter, they are 2nd parents to her and they have helped us raise her Into the young woman that she has become...
You won’t find a more positive, safe and fun environment than being apart of the Diamond Talent Family!!!"
- Jeri Terry
Daughter Maci | Diamond Alum 2020
"I highly recommend this studio! Three of my children have attended this studio starting about 18 years ago. Two of my children started as young teenagers and the last one as a little child. Because she received good technical training starting as a young child as well as the encouragement and belief in herself that is core to the Diamond Talent curriculum, she was able to get into The Juilliard School and after graduating, she was able to perform on Broadway in Cats and now is in Hamilton... When living in other larger cities I tried out several other studios for my older children and none compare to what Diamond Talent has to offer in both the technical training, the many style of dance and musical theatre taught, and the positive environment for learning."
- Miriam Tate
Daughter Christine | Diamond Alum 2003
Son Daniel | Diamond Alum 2005
Daughter Emily | Diamond Alum 2011
"This studio isn't just about dancing but about helping these kids understand they can make a difference in the world. I'm confident my children will go far in life because of this studio!"
- Nicole Demke
Daughters Kiera and Bailey | Diamond Students
"My daughter has been dancing here for the past six years. She has grown so much as a dancer, but much more as a kind and caring human being. Brian and Melinda teach these kids to be well rounded young adults. My daughter has learned responsibility, time management, loyalty, and true friendship. The dance education she has received is exceptional. I would highly recommend Diamond Talent to anyone looking for a quality dance education."
Bricanei Dyer
Daughter Rowan | Diamond Alum 2022
"Their positive approach to life has overflowed into our whole family and has helped us all to be more aware of others. Thank you for teaching our children to cheer each other on!"
- Natalie Ogden
Daughters Ashley Ogden & McKayla Larsen | Diamond Alumni
As a mom of four girls that range from five years old to a senior in high school, I would highly recommend Diamond Talent as a starting point for your child to start dance. All of my girls have been at this studio and it has not only taught them the love for dancing, singing, and performing, but it has also given them confidence, and amazing life skills to use in this world. With a senior graduating this year from Diamond Talent I can say it’s been a fantastic experience it’s helped her not only become an amazing dancer and singer but also a confident, independent person. The owners and staff of Diamond Talent have such amazing talent we feel so lucky to have this caliber of talent in a studio that is located here in southern Utah.
- Emily Armstrong
Daughter Madeline | Diamond Alum 2019
Daughters Sophia and Phoebe | Diamond Students
"The lessons taught are more than just dance, but apply to ALL aspects of life. Brian and Melinda Larson train and develop youth into not only incredible dancers and actors, but leaders in the community and around the globe".
Daughter Reagan | Diamond Student
"There’s a certain magic that comes from people who have a true passion for what they do, and that magic is exactly what you find at Diamond Talent. Not only Brian and Melinda Larson have a passion for the performing arts— they have a passion for excellence, growth, individuality, unity, quality, instilling confidence in young people, and for building strength from the core—and they have a talent for passing that passion into the kids they teach."
- Cary MacArthur
Daughters Mekenze | Diamond Alum 2010
Mady | Diamond Alum 2014
"Amazing staff, great teachers and excellent productions! Our daughters have been going for a few years and love it there. The dances are everything from ballet to hip-hop. We learned a lot of the dancers have gone on to Juilliard, Broadway, and more. Brian and Melinda, who run the studio, are wonderful and professional and communicate everything coming up. Highly recommended!"
- Ashley Harmon
Daughter Evelyn | Diamond Student
"LOVE Diamond Talent! Can’t say enough good about our years at the studio! Not only is their dance technique beautiful, but they instill such a strong sense of kindness, work ethic, individual strength, and other life skills. We love the non-competitive atmosphere & enjoyment of the arts. The standard of excellence is high. The dances & costumes are age-appropriate, while the choreography is so fun and reflective of all the different styles they offer! Brian & Melinda (owners) really pour their whole hearts into the students!! My daughters feel so loved and at home at the studio. Also, their Christmas Show is not to be missed!! The highlight of our holiday season every year!! We can’t imagine spending our extra-curricular time anywhere else."
- Amber Foster
Daughters Savona & Stella | Diamond Students
"My oldest daughter fell in love with dance at the age of 3. We moved around a fair bit when she was younger, which meant by the time we moved to St George she had already been at 4 different dance studios. With each move I studiously researched dance options for her, knowing that it would be a big part of her life and that the environment she would be in was so important to me. I share all that so that I can now say I have never seen anything like Diamond Talent before. Melinda, Brian, and their team care so deeply about the well-being and success (in performing but more importantly in life) of each of their students. Their proven track record of students with successful careers in the performing arts is very impressive, but even more impressive to me are the lessons they teach about teamwork, self worth and confidence, and contributing to the community and the world.
My oldest is studying every dance style available to her at Diamond, and my younger two are involved in their incredible preschool and beginning dance programs as well. As such, I have spent hours at the studio observing classes of all levels and my appreciation for their approach and environment has only grown. I will never send my children anywhere else. Diamond Talent is a true treasure and we are so grateful to have found them."
- Katy Kleinmeyer
Daughter Piper | Diamond Arts Dance Student
Quinn | Diamond Arts Preschool Student