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Rhonda Malkin. Photo by Glorianna Picini.

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...

Kimberly Giannelli. Photo by Lucas Chilczuk.

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Handling injury, Part I: Kimberly Giannelli

Evidently enough, when dancers get significantly injured, their body needs to heal before they can get back at it again. What may...

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Exciting and Daring: Sara Mearns reveals news designs at BDC

It’s a new year, and that means a time to try new things, wear new dancewear, learn something to improve your technique...

Moveius Contemporary Ballet in 'Rite of Spring, Crash of Fall'. Photo by Enoch Chan Productions and Photography.

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Choreographing on big ideas with Diana Movius of Moveius Contemporary Ballet

There are some things out there in the world that affect us all – the wider economy, climate and weather, large-scale shifts...

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Our top 10 picks from Só Dança’s new fashion line

Top dancewear brand, Só Dança, recently released its newest dancewear line, Fashion 1, for 2019. The Fashion 1 line is full of...

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Impact Dance Adjudicators make competition a positive experience

Dance competitions often get a bad rap. You either love them or you hate them. Fans will tell you that dance competitions...

Dancers at Broadway Dance Center. Photo by Belinda Strodder.

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Be ready to launch your career: BDC Professional Semester Audition Tour

Broadway Dance Center (BDC) will begin its Professional Semester audition tour on January 6. Professional Semester is a unique program that offers...

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Iconic dance spaces around the world: Strand Beach

The next installment of Dance Informa’s series, Iconic Dance Spaces Around the World, looks at The Strand Beach, in Townsville, Far North Queensland,...

The cast of Broadway's 'The Prom'. Photo by Deen van Meer.

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Life’s no dress rehearsal: Shelby Finnie in Broadway’s ‘The Prom’

“One thing’s universal: Life’s no dress rehearsal.” That line could literally be every dancer’s personal mantra. But it’s actually a lyric from...

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New year, new goals

‘Tis the season for some time off, family, treats and cozy nights in. But it’s also the time of year to reflect...

Tessandra Chavez. Photo courtesy of Radix.

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Radix: Dancing ON THE EDGE

There’s an exciting convention in town, and its name is Radix. Derived from the Latin word meaning “root”, “core” or “primary source”,...

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Grosh Backdrops and Drapery: Bringing stories, recitals and more to life

When we think of the word “artist”, there are many pictures that come to mind. Artists span anywhere from music, to painting...

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10 dance YouTube channels to subscribe to

As a dancer in 2018, YouTube — and the internet in general — is one of your greatest resources. Research a show...

Atlanta Ballet company dancers Ivan Tarakanov and Erica Alvarado as 'The Nutcracker's Marie and Prince. Photo by Charlie McCullers, courtesy of Atlanta Ballet.

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Atlanta Ballet’s new production of ‘The Nutcracker’: For the next generation

We have arrived upon one of the most anticipated seasons of the year. With the holiday season around us at every corner,...

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5 reasons why ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ is fresh – and you should see it!

The Nutcracker – it makes most think of snow falling as ballerinas scurry across the stage, Polichinelles running out from under Mother...

Isobel Rose. Photo by Lisbet Photography.

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What’s your Christmas Wish? Inspiration and Gift Ideas

From the time when you were younger, sitting on Santa’s lap and telling him what you wanted for Christmas, wishing has been...

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Ballet class via Skype: Veyette Virtual Ballet School

These days, everything is online – shopping, correspondence, banking, movies, food delivery – and these services certainly make life more convenient and...

Kaiser's Room. Photo by Michael Bonasio.

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Kaiser’s Room: A safe performing arts space for all abilities

“The boy I was working with was hiding under his chair,” remembers Stephane Duret during a performance with the Red Kite Project....

Marguerite Derricks (right). Photo courtesy of Derricks.

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She’s done it all: Choreographer Marguerite Derricks

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Lenny Kravitz, Austin Powers, Bunheads, Target, GLOW, Katy Perry, Dr. Pepper, Fame, Little Miss Sunshine, Showgirls, Spider-Man,The GAP,...