Maywood Fine Arts and Stairway of the Stars

You hear them before you see them tiny feet tapping to favorite tunes or delicate voices practicing scales. In other parts of the building, there is laughter while children run and jump on mats during tumbling classes, quiet moments as pictures are drawn, and pure joy at the opportunity to take part in the Maywood Fine Arts experience. Then you see the faces of the MFA boys and girls aglow with inspiration and delight, focused in concentration and effort. They may not know it yet, but their lives and their futures are being formed with every step, every note and every cartwheel. For some, the classes are simply fun and exciting, but for many, they provide hope, security and a bright tomorrow. Our vision at Maywood Fine Arts is for every child to grow and thrive through the arts. There are many children who do not have this opportunity and, for them, we are here. Amazing transformations occur every day as boys and girls find passion and direction through dancing, tumbling, sin...