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…
15 of the most FAMOUS paintings, inspired by dance!
ART! Art is beautiful and it takes passion to create a true masterpiece. Whether it’s an oil painting on canvas or performance art on stage, they both take an incredible amount of talent and hard work to execute well. Below is a historical timeline with some of the best art pieces inspired by dance. 1856,…
Vanilla Chrome Nails
Have you caught the new nail trend this season? If not, check out this gorgeous Vanilla Chrome manicure! TikTok influencer @thehotblendofficial created this beautiful shade by using a base color of Love Letter, applying a top coat, then using an eyeshadow applicator to apply the vanilla(chrome) powder. These pearlecent nails will add a bit of…
6 Tips to finding your HAPPY
Envision this scenario: you worked hard on your solo all year long, then you got up on stage and NAILED it! It was the best you’ve ever danced, your turns were on, you didn’t wobble in your leg extension, and you were completely engrossed in the storytelling. Now you’re sitting onstage, ready for awards, and…
Would you rather DANCE EDITION
Tips to clean dance costumes
At this point, you’re either into your competition season or done with it so let’s talk about cleaning your dance costumes. It’s good to have everything fresh and clean for the recital or resale. How to remove butt glue To remove butt glue from costumes, try using rubbing alcohol, baby oil, or a mixture of equal…
How to handle gossip in dance
I read everyday and in the current book I’m reading, Business Made Simple by Donald Miller, the author states there are two predictors of success. I’m paraphrasing here, but his predictors are essentially: Successful skills.1. The Hero mentality. If someone has a hero perspective they can take on challenges and overcome difficult situations. If someone…
Debbie Reynolds’ Legacy
I grew up watching and idolizing the great Debbie Reynolds. Her iconic performance in Singing in the Rain was the epidemy of success and I loved everything about her style and grace. In honor of her April 1st Birthday, I thought it would be nice to reflect on the legacy of her life. Did you…