February 2016
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Up Front: Buzz
A Leg Up Project Resilience provides scholarships for the ballet students who need it most. Artist and philanthropist Everett … More »
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Up Front: The Dirt with Kara Wilkes
Majestic yet modest, ethereal yet grounded: It’s no wonder that chameleon-like Kara Wilkes has become one of Alonzo King … More »
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Letter to My Teenage Self: Lauren Adams
She has movie-star looks and immaculate technique, but Lauren Adams is no superficial beauty: Her greatest gift is her … More »
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Dear Katie
Dear Katie, My studio is incredibly competitive. I try to keep out of the drama, but everyone’s so catty. … More »
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Choreographer’s Collage: Al Blackstone
Al Blackstone is one of the fastest-rising choreographers in the industry, creating one successful piece after another. After making … More »
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Your Least-Loved Body Parts
We’ve all felt nagging pains in our lower backs, necks and shins—and we’ve all ignored them. It’s easy for … More »
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Keepers of the Flame
Ross Katen auditioned for the Limón Dance Company on his 21st birthday, just after graduating from the BFA dance … More »
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Small But Mighty
Huge cities attract a lot of talent, but they’re not the only places a dancer can have a meaningful … More »
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Are you Ready to Go Pro?
It’s a question every serious dance student has to ask as she approaches high school graduation: What’s next? College, … More »
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Dance Spirit’s Valentine’s Day Special
Forget the sugary hearts and boxes of chocolate—what’s Valentine’s Day without a little eye candy? In lieu of long-stemmed … More »
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Be the Clear Choice
Catch the judge’s eye at your next audition! Keep your style simple but sophisticated to make the competition fade … More »
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The Immersive Experience
Chances are you’ve heard of Sleep No More, the blockbuster production loosely based on Shakespeare’s Macbeth. But Sleep No … More »
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Unions 101
Picture this: You just landed your dream role in a Broadway show. But instead of jumping right into rehearsals, … More »
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The Perks of Community College
College dance programs are popular for aspiring performers and choreographers, but the expense and time commitment of a four-year … More »
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You Should Know: Soni Bringas
“I’ve always loved having an audience and making people smile,” says 14-year-old Soni Bringas. “At the end of my … More »
