5 of the Most Romantic Pas de Deux in Classical Ballet
Classical ballets may vary in style, setting and plot, but one theme unites the most famous ballets: love. These five lovely pas de deux—French for “step of two”—are the ballet equivalent of a lacy...
View ArticleNext on Your Reading List: “The Turning Pointe”
Looking for a gripping read between competition rehearsals? If you like family drama, fierce competition and out-of-the-box characters (as in, the stereotypical cutthroat ballet master is actually the...
View Article#BlackDanceHistoryIsHappeningNow: “Big Will” Simmons
In celebration of Black History Month, Dance Spirit is saluting young Black artists who don’t just represent a bright future for the dance industry—they’re already making history of their own. Fourth...
View ArticleHow to Keep Jealousy From Taking Over Your Dance Life
To adapt the immortal lyrics of Olivia Rodrigo, “co-comparison is killing [dancers] slowly.” No surprise, when you consider what dance is: a highly competitive artform practiced in front of a mirror,...
View Article#BlackDanceHistoryIsHappeningNow: Jore Marshall
In celebration of Black History Month, Dance Spirit is saluting young Black artists who don’t just represent a bright future for the dance industry—they’re already making history of their own. Fifth...
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#BlackDanceHistoryIsHappeningNow: Charlotte Nebres
In celebration of Black History Month, Dance Spirit is saluting young Black artists who don’t just represent a bright future for the dance industry—they’re already making history of their own....
View ArticleNominate an Educator for a Dance Teacher Award!
Know some extraordinary dance educators? Nominate them for a Dance Teacher Award! Every year, we recognize excellence in teaching by honoring outstanding dance educators for their contributions to the...
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The Pioneering Black Skater Who Danced on Ice
The 2022 Beijing Olympic Games may have closed last week, but we’ve still got Olympic fever over here at Dance Spirit. That just makes sense, considering the many parallels that exist between dance...
View Article7 Dancers to Know This International Women’s Day
March 8 is International Women’s Day. Today, we recognize all the incredible contributions women have made to society—and acknowledge the persistent discrimination that women have overcome and...
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“Maisel” Choreographer Marguerite Derricks on Season 4
After much anticipation, Season 4 of “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” has hit Amazon Prime just in time to fill the hole left in our streaming hearts after finishing Season 2 of “Cheer”…and watching...
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This “Squid Game” Star Is Also a Ballroom Dancer
If you aren’t yet familiar with Reagan To’s face, you’ve likely heard her voice: On Netflix’s hit drama Squid Game, she provided the English voice for both the main character’s daughter, Ga-Yeong, and...
View ArticleWhat Inspires Dance Inspiration Jose “Hollywood” Ramos
Five years ago, Jose “Hollywood” Ramos reminded us to celebrate our individuality. And when we asked what his life motto was, he said “follow your dreams and keep being positive.” Well, we can tell...
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What Do You Do After “World of Dance”? Ask Joshua Lamb.
Twenty-one-year-old Canadian dancer Joshua Lamb made waves with his partner Denise Goping on Season 3 of “World of Dance” in February 2019, captivating the judges with his authentic artistry and...
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Dive Into Dance on Camera Studies at AMDA
Dance on camera is more popular than ever. From iconic performances on hit TV series (“Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” Season 4, anyone?) to short dance trends on TikTok and an explosion of digital work...
View ArticleDancing at the Crossroads of Academia and the Arts
Finding yourself at a crossroads between academia and the arts can be challenging—especially for a 16-year-old. In my junior year of high school, I faced the same stressors as anybody else: studying...
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Amari Marshall on Full-Circle Choreographic Moments
Some of your favorite musicians have had the honor of sharing the stage with Amari Marshall, whether they were dancing by her side or executing her moves while she was behind the scenes. Amari is a...
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How Foam Rolling Can Make You a Better Dancer
Foam rolling before and after class is basically the dancer version of a highly aspirational morning wellness routine. Both take serious discipline, and the benefits may not be obvious at first...
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3 Pre-Pro Dancers Share the Dancewear They Live In
If you’re like most pre-professional dancers, you spend more time in dance clothes than in regular clothing. And as many a dancer has discovered, the right layering, color combo, or statement piece...
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Generation Tap: Meet 9 Rising Tap-Dance Stars
On stages and screens both big and small, it’s been impossible not to see—and hear—tap dancing thriving and finding new audiences lately, even during the pandemic. Broadway’s forthcoming Funny Girl...
View ArticleFind Out What Inspires Choreographer Tricia Miranda
Ever wondered what it feels like to have an accumulation of millions of views on your dance work? Just ask Tricia Miranda. She has a knack for creating moves that you can’t help but watch over and...
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