If you’re looking for open classes in New York City, I’m here to help! Below, is my second featured studio (check out A Guide to Navigating classes in NYC: Part 1) and my personal recommendations of teachers I’ve taken class with. Broadway Dance Center Studio 2 – Broadway Dance Center: Another very famous dance studio,…
Author: Nichole Fortunato
A Guide to Navigating classes in NYC: Part 1
Attending open classes in New York City can be quite daunting, especially if it is your first time. Each studio in the city that offers open classes provides a unique experience for dancers. Below, I’ve shared my first of four recommendations of studios in New York City that offer open classes, along with a description…
Can you name these Musicals?
In honor of the Tony Awards this past weekend, we put together a collage of popular musicals. Can you name each one? Here are the Answers:
20 Inspiring Hairstyles for dance
Nationals is around the corner and you may be considering ways to up your game. How about a fun, creative hairstyle that adds one more layer of detail to your dance? Below are 20 hairstyles you can use to inspire your fabulous Nationals look!
55 Inspirational Dance Photos on the Beach
Summer is around the corner and if you’re planning on hitting the beach, you may want to snap a couple of pictures while you’re there. Here are 55 pictures for inspiration and ideas for poses.
How to prepare for Nationals
The weather is turning nice, recitals and graduations are happening and everyone is itching to get out of school, but now is the time to buckle down and prepare for your best performance of the season. Nationals are just around the corner and if you’re planning on attending one, you want to make sure you…
Word Search for dancers
Enjoy this word search or share it with the dance lovers in your life!
Should Adults compete at Dance Competitions?
In some circles, there are stigmas against adults participating in dance competitions. In an industry that is so accepting of gay, straight, transgender, vibrant hair colors, tattoos, etc; why are some people so against adults being allowed the opportunity to grow as a dancer and performer? The Figure Skating Industry has adult programs and encourages…
Doctors provide prescriptions for dance, music, and art
What would you pay to help your child have good mental health? Since May is Mental Health Month, I thought this would be a good time to discuss the correlationbetween dance, art in general, and mental health. Studies have found that participating in dance can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, increase self-esteem and body…
Celebrating the incredibly talented Fred Astaire
If there’s one icon who always reminds me to never give up, it’s Fred Astaire. When he went in for an audition with RKO Radio Pictures the talent scout wrote, “CAN’T ACT, CAN’T SING, CAN DANCE A LITTLE.” The producer thought he had charisma so he hired Fred and he went on to become a legendary…