For dancers, stretching is one of those things that fall into the “second-nature” category—at some point each day, you’ll likely be found in a split, a straddle, or with your leg up on the barre. But stretching incorrectly can cause some serious problems. Dance Spirit turned to athletic trainer and acupuncturist Megan Richardson, who’s on […]
Today, thanks to social media and the popularity of shows like “So You Think You Can Dance” and “World of Dance,” people know more about dance than ever before. But when it comes to actually being a dancer, there are some things our friends outside the studio will never understand. To reassure you that you’re […]
Dancing super-siblings Derek and Julianne Hough have added yet another major project to their crazy schedules: Later this year, they’ll host their very own holiday special on NBC. Naturally, it’ll include tons of excellent dancing. Delightfully, it’ll be called “Holidays with the Houghs.” According to the press release, the hourlong Donny-and-Marie–style broadcast will feature Derek […]
Apart from her insane flexibility, precise control, and ability to pirouette for days, what stands out the most about 13-year-old Rebecca Myles Stewart is her beaming smile. One thing’s for sure: This girl loves to dance. Her combination of talent and passion has earned her some notable accolades, including first runner-up for Mini Outstanding Dancer […]
When Alison Stroming was a 15-year-old student at American Ballet Theatre’s Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis School, she had a chance encounter at the water fountain with none other than Misty Copeland. “I was grabbing a drink, and when I turned around, Misty greeted me with a ‘Hey girl!’ My mouth just dropped,” remembers Stroming. Copeland ended […]
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In “So You Think You Can Dance” Land, there are really two finales. First, there’s the competition finale. The second-to-last episode—the one that matters. The one where the Top 4 dancers must step it up to an unbelievably high, seemingly unsustainable level, dancing for their lives for a full two hours. It’s an exciting episode, […]
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