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Grosh Cares Grant: Amplifying performing arts, theater and more

As the technology continues to advance, there have been more innovative ways for the theater and dance studios to bring shows to...

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‘World of Dance’ recap: Season 3 begins

World of Dance is back and better than ever as it enters into its third season. Any age can grace the World...

Lynn Ahrens, Susan Stroman and Stephen Flaherty, the creative team of 'Marie, Dancing Still'. Photo by Walter McBride.

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Creating a new musical: ‘Marie, Dancing Still’

On Saturday, February 23, the Steps Beyond Foundation hosted an Artists Talk entitled “The Creative Process Unraveled: Creating a New Musical”. The...

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Sara Mearns tackles acting in ‘I Married an Angel’

She’s been a principal dancer with New York City Ballet for 10 years. She’s become a muse and an inspiration for choreographers...

Christopher Ruud in Ballet West's 'Giselle'. Photo by Luke Isley.

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Christopher Ruud’s last bow: 21 years of fulfillment, pain and so much more

Principal Dancer Christopher Ruud took his last bow with Ballet West, after 21 years with the company, on February 23, 2019. Speaking...

Catherine Wreford and Craig Ramsay in rehearsal. Photo by Heather Milne for RWB.

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Dancing past brain cancer and into dreams: Catherine Wreford and Craig Ramsay

“You have cancer.” There’s arguably no more terrifying, yet sadly common, statement out there. Treatments are getting more and more advanced all...

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Dance readiness: When is your child ready to begin dance classes?

Beginning dance classes for your young dancer is similar to beginning any sport — you, as the parent, ask yourself several questions....

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Introducing the Elektra pointe shoe from Só Dança

You’ve got your pointe shoe routine down to a science… Sewing ribbons, breaking in shanks and taping your blisters so that your...

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Reed Luplau releases Love is Loud video in time for Valentine’s

This week, Aussie born dancer Reed Luplau released a music video to Justin Levine’s Love is Loud. Luplau and Levine, Musical Supervisor...

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Everybody dance now: Socioeconomic status and dance

Dancing costs money. Well, to get up and move is free, but to take classes, buy required clothing and shoes, order recital...

Michelle Cave teaching for Ballet and Beyond NYC. Photo courtesy of Cave.

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Ballet and Beyond NYC: For NYC kids who have a passion for dance

Dance – and professional training – should be accessible for everyone, no matter social status, location and financial situation. Ballet and Beyond...

City Ballet of Cleveland in 'Flower Festival'. Photo by Lisa Gangi.

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City Ballet of Cleveland leaps into its 10th season

As we welcome a new year, there are times to set goals and times to celebrate goals that we have met. There...

Rhonda Malkin. Photo by Glorianna Picini.

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Rhonda Malkin: Coaching dancers to their dreams

She’s one of the most sought-after professional dance coaches in New York City. If you haven’t (yet) heard of her, you’ve probably...

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Erin Lamont choreographs for 15 million viewers

YouTube, Instagram and Facebook are just some of the hubs that we seek to watch or share choreography. What’s better is if...

Diana Movius, founding artistic director; Etta Hulcher, director of operations; and Stephen Clapp, Executive Director, of Dance Loft on 14. Photo by Kirth Bobb.

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New Dance Loft on 14 Executive Director Stephen Clapp is rethinking the role of a community dance center

Change is underway in our nation’s capital, and Stephen Clapp is making (some of) it happen. Late last year, the choreographer/dancer/administrator/cultural strategist...

Tony Bougiouris in Mats Ek's 'The Appartement'. Photo courtesy of Bougiouris.

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Choreography Online: Catalyzing dance connections

Iconic tech giant Steve Jobs once downplayed the importance of technology itself, surprisingly enough, stating that “what’s important is that you have...