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…
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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….
A Guide to Navigating classes in NYC: Part 3
If you’re looking to take open classes in NYC this summer, then I have you covered! The next studio I’d recommend taking classes at is Peridance which is located in lower Manhattan. They value: support for artists, access to dance for all, and community engagement. Peridance Studio 3 – Peridance: Peridance is a smaller studio…
A Guide to Navigating classes in NYC: Part 2
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,…
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…
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…