Tag: dance competition

Sarah Verville founded Fluid Dance Convention 20 years ago with the goal of creating a new kind of dance competition. In an industry flooded with flashy prizes, “I wanted something built on exceptional education, offered in a safe and encouraging learning environment,” she says.  That first weekend, there were only 19 routines, and a hotel’s […]

For recent alums of the competition scene, professional dance auditions can seem intimidating: Instead of a trophy, you’re vying for a potentially career-defining opportunity. But the process might also feel familiar. In many ways, life on the circuit has been preparing comp kids for professional auditions all along. Here’s how to best leverage your competition […]

Twenty-one-year-old Canadian dancer Joshua Lamb made waves with his partner Denise Goping on Season 3 of “World of Dance” in February 2019, captivating the judges with his authentic artistry and vulnerable storytelling. But after being eliminated in the third round of competition the following month, it was time for Lamb to face the real music. […]

After a year of tumult, virtual events and constantly moving targets, it’s more than reasonable to wonder: What exactly is the state of the competition world? For months, we didn’t see our favorite friends and teachers unless it was through a screen—now, against all odds, programs are rising from the ashes to bring you meaningful […]

After a long pandemic hiatus, some dance competitions and conventions are open once again—albeit with stringent COVID protocols in place. And even as many dancers have returned to the convention floor, countless others are continuing to #SocialDisDance from home. But whether you’re dancing on Zoom or on stage, the time away from dance conventions has […]

Many dancers are starting to return to competition stages following a pandemic-related hiatus. And we’re hoping that maybe this break from the usual competition routine can offer a fresh start when it comes to music, as well. Here are a few songs that you *might consider* retiring from your comp selections—post-pandemic and possibly permanently. 1. […]

For the first time since the coronavirus hit the U.S., competitions and conventions are meeting in-person once again (brimming with safety precautions, of course), and dancers couldn’t be more thrilled. We asked five standout comp kids about their recent experiences attending competitions around the country—and how they’re taking advantage of these long-lost opportunities. Hailey Bills […]

It’s no secret that competition dance is expensive. Like, really expensive. Add in a global pandemic that has left millions of Americans unemployed and it can seem downright outrageous. Still, dancers need to dance! Dreams need to be chased, technique needs to be honed, and vital career relationships need to be established. So, how can […]