January 2015
-
Belle of the Ballroom
It was a routine that’ll go down in “Dancing with the Stars” history: Witney Carson gave her partner, Alfonso … More »
-
2015 Dance Resolution Calendar
This year, make your dance resolutions last by sticking to a set calendar. We asked four pros to submit … More »
-
Audition Troubleshooting
At this time of year, summer program auditions can feel all-consuming. There’s tons of pressure to get into the … More »
-
Finding Her Footing in the Sci-Fi World
Since her breakout role in Center Stage, former San Francisco Ballet dancer Amanda Schull has been steadily beefing up … More »
-
The Dirt with Sloan-Taylor Rabinor and Montana Efaw
They say opposites attract—and that’s certainly the case for best friends Sloan-Taylor Rabinor and Montana Efaw. Rabinor, a brunette … More »
-
Letter to My Teenage Self: Nick Adams
Few dancers have musical theater resumés as impressive as Nick Adams’. Originally from Erie, PA, Adams graduated from The … More »
-
Dear Katie
Dear Katie, My technique is pretty strong, but my feet are terrible. I don’t have enough money to buy … More »
-
Pointe-ing to a Greener World
It all started with a question in an old issue of Pointe magazine: “I feel bad sending all of … More »
-
Excellence > Perfection
Excellence > Perfection The annual post-holiday self-help craze is upon us—cue the gym memberships, health books, relationship advice columns … More »
-
Breast Assured
Girls know that growing up means growing breasts. But for dancers, going through this change can be extra awkward—especially … More »
-
Dancing Among the Stars
Celestial sequins and stellar sparkles collide in ballroom costumes that echo the night sky. Related
-
Perfect Penchées
When done well, a serene penchée can be magical. But while it’s meant to look effortless, the extended arabesque … More »
-
Elementary Ballroom
Ballroom dance is everywhere these days. Whether you’re looking to land a spot on “So You Think You Can … More »
-
Summer Preview
As you start planning your summer program auditions, make sure to consider your dream college. It might offer an … More »
-
You Should Know: Tate McRae
To say that 11-year-old Tate McRae is multitalented would be a huge understatement. Her boundless flexibility and impressive control … More »
-
Dance Spirit Future Star Award Winners, Parts 1 and 2Each year, Dance Spirit partners with competitions to feature promising dancers who have technique and charisma to spare. Here … More »