Dance Informa Magazine
Interviews
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760How Riverdale’s Randa Barett made the leap from dancer to assistant choreographer
Randa Barett describes herself as a dancer first – she loves performance, and has danced for cruise ships, live shows in L.A.,...
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681Paul Taylor’s Austin Kelly on the upcoming Lincoln Center season
We sat down with Paul Taylor Dance Company (PTDC)’s freshman member Austin Kelly to talk about the company’s return to the David...
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2.4KDerick Grant: Tapping through uncertain times and finding peace
2020 was a year of excitement, surprise and uncertainty rolled into one. What began as a year of new goals, numerous performance...
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961‘Ballet taught me how to be a human’: Susan Jaffe to lead American Ballet Theatre
In early 2023, Susan Jaffe will take over as artistic director of American Ballet Theatre (ABT) in New York City. With a...
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1.6KDimitris Papaioannou: Making dance theater with a painter’s eye
Dance Informa has had the wonderful opportunity to speak with world-renowned director Dimitris Papaioannou leading up to his show, Transverse Orientation, which will...
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1.4KBradley Shelver on next steps and leading Joffrey Ballet Concert Group
Dance Informa had the opportunity to speak with Bradley Shelver, an acclaimed dancer, teacher, director, choreographer and master of all things dance....
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1.2KRandy Swartz takes a final bow
Randy Swartz takes a final bow on his presenting career – one which had a massive impact on the world of American...
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568Jessica Doll: Dancers aren’t accessories; they’re the other side of the coin.
Jessica Doll didn’t start as a commercial style dancer, but you’d never guess it by looking at her career now. She’s worked...
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699New RAD Chief Executive Tim Arthur: Building a strategy for the future together
The renowned Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) training organization recently announced the appointment of a new CEO, Tim Arthur. Formally the CEO...
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1.3KLauren Lovette in a new role at Paul Taylor and beyond: Choosing dance and learning why it matters
COVID hasn’t been sunshine and rainbows for anyone, really, and Lauren Lovette has certainly had her own deep difficulties through it all....
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514From solo bedroom dancing to the world stage: David ‘The Crown’ Stalter named Red Bull ‘Dance Your Style’ World Finalist
We can all picture it: a young person dancing alone in their room – totally immersed in the music, movement and personal...
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1.6KSimone Stevens: Small-town girl, shining bright in the windy city
Simone Stevens, a new member of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, is one to watch. Originally from Stone Mountain, Georgia, her journey to...
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585Hugo Brument in the cast of ‘On Your Feet!’
Dance Informa spoke with Hugo Brument, ensemble member of On Your Feet! – La historia de Emilio y Gloria Estefan ¡en español! After two...
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1.4KKim Hale proves there’s no age limit or timeline for professional dance career
The pandemic caused many professional dancers to reflect on their careers, what they’ve accomplished and what’s next. For Kim Hale, the pandemic...
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1.3KMental health within the dance community: Leal Zielinska and Okay, Let’s Unpack This
Dance Informa had the opportunity to talk with Leal Zielinska, a dance artist and activist with a passion for bringing mental health...
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1.3KRun, Katie, run! Regent Seven Seas Cruises cast member goes the distance
For thousands of Regent Seven Seas Cruises crew members, the return to sail was awaited with great excitement, each relaunch suggesting another...
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1.1KSkylar Brandt twirls down under in Australia’s Ballet International Gala
Over the past few weeks, Australia’s long-awaited Ballet International Gala (BIG) event brought in world-class dancers from some of the globe’s most...
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1.1KInspiring from the ground up: Mathilde Gilhet
Dance Informa had the opportunity to speak with the lovely Mathilde Gilhet about her life in dance, her unique floorwork creations and...
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1.8KCardboard Stage: Bringing classical arts to branded content
Seeing dance in everyday media just sparks joy. We dancers see almost nothing but dance on our feeds all day long, but...
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1.0KVisualizing clarity and purpose: VISIONS Contemporary Ballet’s Ranardo-Domeico Grays
There’s something special about small dance companies. For dancers, directors and administrative people, the challenges are great, but so are the rewards....
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1.8KComing Back to Dance: Part II
Have you ever taken time away from dance? Dancers do so for multiple reasons, some intentional and some unintentional: pregnancy, injury, academics...
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1.3KDexter Carr named the first dance instructor for the Nike Training app
Nike is known for its innovative products, experiences and services to inspire athletes. Most recently, the brand opened its doors and welcomed...
