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…
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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…
The show must go on – even if everything goes wrong!
It’s Nutcracker season and that means months of hard work to pull off the perfect performance. The Nutcracker is a timeless ballet that has captured the hearts of audiences for over a century. The ballet has become a beloved holiday tradition in many parts of the world and has had a significant impact on the…
What Misty Copeland did to achieve success!
Misty Copeland is a renowned ballet dancer who has broken barriers and shattered stereotypes in the world of classical dance. She has had an extremely successful career, but do you know what she went through to get there? Misty was born in Kansas City, Missouri, but grew up in San Pedro, California, where she lived…
Oldest dancer in the World
Eileen Kramer is the oldest known dancer in the world, but age is just a number. Attitude is everything! Born in Sydney Australia in 1914, Eileen didn’t start dancing until she turned 24, but she did eventually become a professional dancer and choreographer. Even though Eileen got a late start, she loved performing and was…
The Budding World of Dance Therapy
What is Dance Therapy? Dance Therapy, as defined by the American Dance Therapy Association, is the “psychotherapeutic use of movement to promote emotional, social, cognitive, and physical integration of the individual.” A Brief History. Dance Therapy was not known or practiced until around the 1960s, and has been used for all people, even those with…
Celebrating Bob Fosse
Bob Fosse’s birthday was June 23rd and National Dance Day is July 29th, so we thought we’d take a moment to discuss the importance of Bob Fosse to the dance and musical theatre industry. Who is Bob Fosse? Bob Fosse was an actor, director, performer, and choreographer born in 1927, who grew up engulfed in…
A Guide to Navigating classes in NYC: Part 4
My fourth and final studio recommendation is Brickhouse. They are located in the heart of Times Square and brand themselves as New York City’s Premiere Urban Dance training studio. You’ll love their fresh perspective on movement! Brickhouse Studio 4 – Brickhouse: Brickhouse NYC is a newer studio, and their classes focus mainly on street styles….