Behind the Scenes of the Dance-Filled "Disney Fam Jam"
The ever-dancy Disney Channel just dropped yet another dancetastic show. "Disney Fam Jam," a family dance competition inspired by choreographer Phil Wright's viral parent-and-kid dance classes,...
View ArticleCommercial Phenom Mollee Gray Writes a Letter to Her Teenage Self
If you've looked at a screen at some point within the past decade, chances are you've seen Mollee Gray dancing across it. Television? She appeared on "Glee," "Shake It Up," "Victorious," "The Ellen...
View ArticleCollege Dancers, Climb Aboard the SS Mentor-ship
You might be surprised to hear that both Seán Curran, chair of the dance department at the NYU Tisch School of the Arts, and Jodie Gates, the director of the University of Southern California Glorya...
View ArticleThis Commercial Is a Sweet Ode to #BoysDoBallet
What's even sweeter than Rice Krispies Treats? This dancedorable (that'd be "dancy" plus "adorable") commercial about Rice Krispies Treats.Check out the cute spot, which features a father encouraging...
View ArticleThere’s a New Dance Podcast in Town
Hi there, dance friends. I'm the editor in chief of Dance Spirit and content director of The Dance Edit newsletter. And I'm here with a bit of news sure to excite dancers, dance enthusiasts, and other...
View ArticleDoja Cat Just Released the TikTok-Inspired Music Video of Our Dreams
Doja Cat has finally released the music video for her hit song "Say So." And if you didn't already love the pop diva for her highly-danceable hits, you will once you see this highly-dancy video. Our...
View ArticleWatch Ballerina Kathryn Morgan on the "TODAY" Show
Since making her triumphant return to the stage this season, Kathryn Morgan has been on a mission to share her story and inspire others. The Miami City Ballet soloist—and advice columnist for Dance...
View ArticleWhy You Should Know Technical Powerhouse Christian Burse
Christian Burse's long, flexible limbs create showstopping shapes onstage. But what really captivates audiences are her seamless transitions between those gorgeous shapes, showing incredible technique...
View ArticleEnter to Win a Pair of Tickets to See "Beyond Babel" Off-Broadway
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View ArticleHere's Everything We Know About the "Hamilton" Movie
Hamilfans, don't throw away your shot: You, too, can be in the room where it happens—namely, your local movie theater—come October 15, 2021.A little more than six years after Hamilton opened on...
View ArticleDear Katie: How Can I Balance Dance and a Social Life?
In our "Dear Katie" series, Miami City Ballet soloist Kathryn Morgan answers your pressing dance questions. Have something you want to ask Katie? Email dearkatie@dancespirit.com for a chance to be...
View ArticleThe Rockettes Have a New Feeder Program—And It's Completely Free
The road to becoming a Radio City Rockette just got smoother.While the Rockettes Summer Intensive has long been considered the best way for aspirants to get their foot in the door, the famed precision...
View ArticleJustin Bieber's New Visual Album Is Dropping from Dance Heaven
ICYMI, Justin Bieber's newest album Changes has been dominating the charts for a bit now. As expected, wonderfully vibey dance goodness has followed, in the form of TikTok trends, class combos, and...
View ArticleDance Spirit Is on TikTok! ✨
We're heeeeere! Dance Spirit officially launched its TikTok account today, and we COULD NOT BE MORE EXCITED about it.First things first: Stop what you're doing and give us a follow...
View ArticleThe "Balanchine Head," and How to Master It—Including Spotting Front
As a teacher and choreographer, George Balanchine—founder of the School of American Ballet and New York City Ballet—finessed even the smallest details. And in his technique, extra-special attention is...
View ArticleHow to Balance Studio Training With a Busy Dance Convention Schedule
Attending multiple conventions throughout the year has become increasingly popular among dancers. Conventions provide valuable exposure to world-class faculty, not to mention coveted scholarships and...
View Article9 Dancers We Want to See on "SYTYCD" Season 17
"So You Think You Can Dance" has been renewed for a 17th season—and we are HERE FOR IT. We can't wait for another summer of truly great dancing on TV! It's always exciting to watch an impressive...
View ArticleThe Dance World Remembers Danny Tidwell
Danny Tidwell, the extraordinary artist who danced with American Ballet Theatre and inspired thousands as a contestant on "So You Think You Can Dance," died on Friday. He was 35. The cause, according...
View ArticleHow the Dance World Can Prepare for Coronavirus
The spread of the coronavirus is scary, no matter who you are. But for dancers, who work in close physical proximity to one another, there's an added element of risk.Dancers can't exactly "work...
View ArticleLizzo's Leading Ladies: Meet the Big Grrrls
Rising pop superstar Lizzo is changing the game in all kinds of ways. (A singer who also raps and plays the flute? You'd better believe it.) But she's become an especially important leader in the...
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