Competition

Competition

How to Avoid Cultural Appropriation in Competition Routines

Amanda Sherwin for Dance Magazine

Sylvie Win and Ellary Day Szyndlar pose for a photo together in front of a The Dance Awards step and repeat. Ellary Day holds Sylvie Win on her back, and Sylvie Win shows off their first place Peewee Division plaque.

Catching Up With Competition Stars and Sister Duo Ellary Day and Sylvie Win Szyndlar

Melissa Garlock

A collage of three photographs from the NDA College Nationals. Each image shows a large ensemble of college-age female dancers performing contemporary, jazz, or hip hop choreography.

Here Are the Winners of the 2026 NDA College Nationals

Kyra Laubacher

Two photos side-by-side show two young choreographers coaching their solos onstage, wearing all-black.

Two Young Choreographers on Teaching Their Dances at the 2026 Prix de Lausanne

Catie Robinson

Kira Chan struts down a runway at a dance convention, holding a microphone in one hand. She wears combat boots, black shorts with a belt, and a gray sweatshirt under a leather jacket.

Catching Up With Competition Champ (and Budding Pro) Kira Chan

Melissa Garlock

Starbound’s Tips for Competing, Its New Studio Award, and More

Sponsored by Starbound National Talent Competition

A collage of six photos showing various college dance teams at the 2026 UDA Nationals. Most images show the dancers competing in pom, jazz, or hip hop, but one shows the team posing with a trophy.

Here Are the Winners of the 2026 UDA National Championships

Hana Le and Catie Robinson

From Comp Star to College Dance Team: Rayna Reid Is Headed to Her First UDA Nationals

Hana Le

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