February 2016 Table of Contents

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Keepers of the Flame

Meet the young pros upholding classic modern dance traditions.

Small but Mighty

Not sure you’re a big-city dancer? Here are 12 regional companies you should consider.

Are You Ready to Go Pro?

Frank advice to help you decide if it’s time to jump into a dance career.

Auditions Guide 2016

Essential info on more than 150 top-tier auditions.

Unions 101

What you need to know about the dance world’s worker organizations.

Dance Spirit‘s Valentine’s Day Special

Feast your eyes on some of the dreamiest—and most talented—men in dance. You’re welcome.

Up Front: Buzz

New York City Ballet’s Gretchen Smith talks Justin Peck’s new ballet; Project Resilience’s mission to support dancers in need.

Up Front: The Dirt

Alonzo King LINES Ballet’s Kara Wilkes.

Letter to My Teenage Self

Choreographer Lauren Adams.

Dear Katie

Kathryn Morgan answers your pressing dance questions.

Choreographer’s Collage

Rising star Al Blackstone shares his inspirations.

Body Buzz

The aches and pains you should never ignore; a love letter to dark chocolate.

Fashion

Stand out from the audition crowd with statement-making looks.

Spotlight: Modern

What it’s like to perform in an immersive show.

College Corner

Three reasons you should consider community college.

You Should Know

Commercial cutie Soni Bringas.