For dancers, summer is synonymous with summer intensives—weeks-long programs filled with classes, rehearsals, and cross-training. And today, many dancers are trying to cram as much as possible into their warm-weather “breaks” by enrolling in two, three, even four intensives over the course of a single summer. But while dancing literally all summer might sound like […]
In our “Dear Katie” series, Miami City Ballet soloist Kathryn Morgan answers your pressing dance questions. Have something you want to ask Katie? Email [email protected] for a chance to be featured! Dear Katie, My dance teachers want me to audition for high-level summer programs, but my parents say they’re too expensive. Do I really need […]
If you’re a high school dancer looking at your summer as the chance to do some serious college prep (and no, we’re not talking about another SAT study course), a collegiate summer intensive could be a great option. Dance Spirit spoke to some expert educators about why a summer program offered by a college or […]
More and more dance students are starting to consider training options outside the U.S. Studying abroad allows dancers to immerse themselves in different dance styles, not to mention different cities and cultures. And in some cases, the application process is surprisingly easy. Here’s how you could stand to benefit from international study—and some real talk […]
Summer is a great time to make new friends, broaden your horizons and get tons of dancing in at a summer intensive. As you get closer to college-age, it can also be a great time to get valuable information and extra training that can come in handy later when you’re thinking about college auditions. With […]
You’ve completed your summer intensive auditions and received your acceptance letters. Congrats! Now, it’s time to choose where you’ll be spending this vital training time. While it’s easy to select the program with the biggest name, or head to the school where all your friends are going, it might not always be the best choice […]
It’s hard to believe that summer intensive season is almost over! We hope you’re learning, growing, having fun and making memories at your intensives this year. Today, we’re sharing seven dancers’ favorite summer intensive memories. Isabella Boylston, American Ballet Theatre Photo courtesy Boylston Summer Intensive: American Ballet Theatre Age: 17 Perseverance “I was 17 (although […]
You’re in a studio that’s not your own, surrounded by dancers you don’t know. You’re excited and nervous, all at the same time. It’s the first day of your summer intensive, and you’re eager to make a good impression. But how? We asked the experts for advice. On Mentality Before you even take your place […]