Tag: contemporary dancer

"World of Dance" Week 5 Recap: The Anatomy of a Dancer

Just when you think the dance routines can’t get any better on “World of Dance,” someone lights up the stage and sets the bar a little higher. This week was no exception. There were moves upon moves, with dancers performing tricks we didn’t even think were humanly possible. Leave it to “World of Dance” contestants […]

"World of Dance" Week 3 Recap: Back Where They Belong

In the wonderful world of reality-TV dance competitions, there’s perhaps nothing so wonderful as a comeback kid—the artist who, having danced their way to an elimination on a past season, is brave and passionate enough to return to that very same stage and prove their skill once again. And last night, we got the chance […]

The Many Facets of Dancer and Choreographer Kate Harpootlian

With several Shaping Sound tours and TV credits like “So You Think You Can Dance,” “Dancing with the Stars,” and “Boardwalk Empire” to her name, you wouldn’t expect Kate Harpootlian to be refreshingly down-to-earth. But that’s exactly how she is: As soon as you start talking to the gifted dancer and choreographer, it becomes clear […]

Melanie Moore Writes a Letter to Her Teenage Self

Contemporary Dancer Melanie Moore has come a long way since being named America’s Favorite Dancer on Season 8 of “So You Think You Can Dance,” where she became known for her captivating presence and elegant, fluid moves. In recent years, the 25-year-old has been blowing up Broadway: She originated the role of Peter Pan in […]