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Am I Less Committed to Dance Because I Have Other Passions? (Spoiler Alert: NO!)
Let's face it—dance is HARD, and in order to achieve your goals, you need to be committed to your training. "Still, there's a fine line between being committed and being consumed." Dancers can, and...
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Beat the Cheat: Combat Improper Balance With These Yoga Moves
We have all done it.You prepare to execute a series of flawless turns, only to fall flat to the floor. Or perhaps you're struggling to nail the balance at the end of a combination at the barre. You...
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Catching Up With Christian Burse, Comp Kid Turned Complexions Rising Star
With her nearly limitless facility, well-timed dynamics and incredible control, Christian Burse's future as a dancer was guaranteed to be bright. A student at the renowned Booker T. Washington High...
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Kick Off the Season With the Dance Spirit x Harlequin Holiday TikTok Challenge
Here at Dance Spirit, we're (unofficially) kicking off the holiday season, and what better way to celebrate than by dancing?Whether this time of year has you polishing your pirouettes, practicing a...
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5 Holiday DIY Gift Ideas for Dancers
While the appropriate time to start playing holiday music may be up for debate, there is no denying that the time for planning holiday gifts is now. Channel your inner Etsy artist and give your dance...
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Inside a New Broadway Swing’s Tech Week
Libby Lloyd has always dreamed of being in a Broadway show, and this month, after years of dedication, that dream has become a reality. She has joined the cast of Diana: The Musical on Broadway as...
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Go Behind the Scenes of Annie Live! With Brittany Conigatti
Unwrap your candy canes, pour the hot chocolate and round up your fellow theater lovers: NBC is kicking off the Christmas season with its latest live-broadcast TV musical. Annie Live! premieres...
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Which Nutcracker Sweet Are You?
Most everyone has a favorite scene from Act II of The Nutcracker. But there’s a difference between which variation you love and which Nutcracker sweet really captures your essence. Keep track of your...
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Rewriting Film History as Latinx Shark Dancers in Steven Spielberg’s West...
West Side Story, widely regarded as one of the greatest movie musicals of all time (10 Oscar wins, including Best Picture!) is returning to the silver screen. Director Steven Spielberg has reimagined...
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Xavier Logan Is Your November Cover Model Search Editors' Choice Winner
Congratulations to Xavier Logan, our November Cover Model Search Editors' Choice video winner and 2022 CMS semi-finalist! Watch his solo below, and be sure to enter the Cover Model Search here. Self...
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How Ballroom Star Jenna Johnson and Jo+Jax Created a Dancewear Line That’s...
Jenna Johnson is fresh off a groundbreaking season of “Dancing with the Stars,” where her flawless technique, creative choreography, and sky-high confidence were on full display. Also in the...
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What’s in Your Dance Bag—Based on Your Zodiac Sign
Sometimes our dance bags feel like portals to another dimension—we have no idea what half the stuff buried in our bags even is. (Note to self: Clean out dance bag.)But have you ever wondered if...
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Chicago Luvabulls Coach Toya Ambrose Shares Tips for Making Your Dream Team
"Just be yourself." These three words became something of an in-car mantra for Toya Ambrose as she prepared to walk into her first audition in more than a few years. The role? Head coach of the...
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Enter the World of the Knicks City Dancers with 2 of Their Newest Rookies
Auditions rarely fail to deliver on suspense. But this? This was the nail-biter to end all nail-biters. Hayoung Roh and Chelsea McCloskey, both professional dancers based in NYC, had made it through...
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Why You Should Know Jazz Funk Phenom Gabby Rembert
With laser-sharp focus and dynamite dynamics no matter the style, Gabrielle Rembert is ready to take the industry by storm. At just 5' 2", the 17-year-old takes up space and commands attention through...
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Diversify Your Training and Open New Doors at Marymount Manhattan College
No two dancers' career paths are exactly alike...which is actually pretty great! Equally great: New kinds of opportunities are constantly cropping up in the dance world, along with new skills...
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Meet the Dancer Who Went From The Ailey School to Winning Hip-Hop Championships
Angyil's list of battle wins is so long, you'd be forgiven for assuming she's been a hip hopper her whole life. But back when she was a tiny dancer, Angyil actually started out with ballet classes in...
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6 Reasons Why Boston Conservatory at Berklee Is a Destination for Commercial...
Boston Conservatory has long been a leader in contemporary dance training in higher ed. While it remains an excellent option for artists hoping to pursue a career in concert dance, now—with the launch...
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Get Fueled With These Delicious Oatmeal Recipes for Dancers
Oatmeal isn't just a boring breakfast anymore—it's a hearty meal (or snack) that's perfect for a pre- or post-dance refuel!Oatmeal is affordable and customizable, making it perfect for dancers looking...
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Better Together: Self-Choreographing Your Duet or Group Dance
It's no surprise that more and more dancers are choosing to choreograph their own solos for competitions: It grants them creative freedom, gives them a chance to practice choreography, and allows them...
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