If you haven’t heard, November is National Adoption Month! Adopting a child is a life-changing experience that many people choose to undertake and can be a great way of expanding families and sharing love with a child. Here are three famous celebrities who have adopted children: Madonna – the pop icon has adopted a total…
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Did you know this famous dancer was adopted?
November is National Adoption Month in the United States. It is a time to raise awareness about the importance of adoption and to celebrate the loving families that have been created through this process. Adoption is a beautiful way to build a family and National Adoption Month is an important reminder of its significance. Many…
5 Reasons to be thankful for Dance Teachers and a letter of gratitude!
November is here, which means a month of gratitude and thankfulness (which should be cultivated every month), but we thought it would be nice to take a post to acknowledge dance teachers everywhere. Here are 5 reasons we think dance teachers are superheroes: 5 reasons to be thankful for dance teachers We want you to…
5 Dancers who died tragically and what we can learn from them
Que the scary movies and haunted houses because Halloween is here! Even though Hollywood has spent billions creating mind terrifying scares, nothing compares to real life tragedy. The world of dance is one of beauty, grace, and emotion. However, like any other profession, it is not without its risks. Over the years, there have been…
World Record Alert! You won’t believe how many people rallied for this event.
Halloween is next week and if you’re anything like us, you LOVE a good Halloween party! If the party includes children, there’s a good chance the limbo could be involved, but how many people would you be willing to participate with? The Limbo dance is a popular dance that originated in Trinidad and Tobago in…
Grimm’s fairytales that used dance in questionable ways to teach life lessons!
With Halloween around the corner, it’s time to pull out the flashlights and prepare for some spooky evenings. In the spirit of the season, we’ve researched some Grimm’s fairytales involving dance. If you’re not familiar with Grimms, be prepared, it’s not the light and fluffy version of Disney you may be familiar with. For example,…
How two men escaped their country to dance
Ahmad Joudeh Ahmad Joudeh is a Syrian ballet dancer who gained international recognition for his talent and bravery. Born and raised in Damascus, Joudeh was shunned for loving ballet. Dance was seen as a Western art form and considered taboo in his conservative Muslim community. Despite this, Joudeh persevered and pursued his dream, eventually becoming…
Famous Royals who’ve been inspired by ballet
Ballet is a beautiful and challenging art form that has been enjoyed by people from all walks of life, including royals. Here are some famous royals who have been inspired by ballet: These royals have shown that ballet is a wonderful way to express oneself and stay physically fit. We love seeing them appreciate the…
5 Reasons comparison can be toxic and how to fix it
Comparison can create a deep trench of unhappiness, yet it happens all the time. Educating yourself on the toxicity of this habit and learning how to break it, can open up a new realm of happiness. Below are 5 negative outcomes caused by comparison and 5 ways to combat this unhealthy habit. Here are 5…
4 mindset tactics to help you achieve your goals
Achieving your goals can be a challenging and rewarding process. However, it requires more than just hard work and determination. You need to have the right mindset to stay motivated and focused on your objectives. Here are four mindset tactics that can help you achieve your goals faster: Visualize success: Visualizing success is a powerful…