In Memoriam: Sally Banes, A New Kind of Dance Writer (1950-2020)
The brilliant dance writer Sally Banes, who pioneered a new way to write about dance as a social phenomenon, died on June 14, 2020 of ovari... https://t.co/JJAbeKvIxn
It’s Time for a Professional Association
Dance communities have had many issues with problematic or unprofessional behaviour. And, despite best efforts, unprofessional situations keep happening. Sometimes, anonymous pages publish anonymous accounts; so... https://t.co/q9YwDZP3Am
PNB’s Amanda Morgan Is Raising Her Voice Against Injustice
On June 4, Pacific Northwest Ballet corps member Amanda Morgan posted an Instagram video of her impassioned speech at a Seattle protest in respon... https://t.co/pR87OMRn2y
The Singular Elegance of American Ballet Theatre's Calvin Royal III
In an iPhone video of a Romeo and Juliet rehearsal made in early March, Calvin Royal III stands in a corner of an American Ballet Thea... https://t.co/yoqabdOB3g
Go inside the book Pippa By Design: A Story of Ballet and Costumes, where ballet history comes alive within the context of an engaging children's story, and learn more in our bonus interview with author Claudia Logan. #Children'sDanceBooks #Dancethropo... https://t.co/ds5rOiky6o
As Summer Intensives Adjust to Social Distancing Restrictions, Here's How to Make the Most of It
No question, the novel coronavirus has turned ballet training upside down. But if you think you can't have ... https://t.co/Fha8QKd33w
For Yumi Kanazawa, a Small Dramatic Role Led to Deep Artistic Growth
Last fall, The Joffrey Ballet's Yumi Kanazawa had a breakout moment as Young Jane in Cathy Marston's Jane Eyre. "She suddenly had a dra... https://t.co/OPnSkVVM2K
What Can Dancers Do If They Don’t Feel Safe Returning to the Studio?
As we head into summer, all 50 states are taking steps toward reopening after the coronavirus shutdown, despite the fact that only a ha... https://t.co/nB4m5g9LAx
Dance/USA's Pay-What-You-Can Virtual Conference Will Address Inequity and COVID-19
Dance/USA's annual conference is going all digital this year. And while you may have already developed a case of Zoom fat... https://t.co/PC9j0BbvFj
My Experience as a Black Ballerina in a World of Implicit Bias
I remember the first year that I competed at the Youth America Grand Prix. I was 17 years old and particularly excited to be participating in... https://t.co/tdcYmMQOZQ
Are Young Dancers Specializing Too Soon?
Young dancers are often set on a specific career goal, whether it's becoming a principal at their dream ballet company or performing backup for their favorite pop ... https://t.co/dIgKeIBaNW
What to Watch: Dance Theatre of Harlem Streams Its Historic "Creole Giselle" on June 6
In 1984, Dance Theatre of Harlem co-founder Arthur Mitchell took one of ballet's oldest surviving ballets, Giselle, a... https://t.co/i5PxSri7V8
Dancing at home? Protect yourself!
Dr. Danelle Dickson, a physical therapist who specializes in dance and sports, provides tips on dancing smarter and more safely at home during the Covid-19 pandemic or a... https://t.co/TV3wOhi6JL
These Ballet Dancers Are Calling Out Inequity at Their Companies
Over the past few years, calls for the ballet world to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive have become a regular rallying cry. Mos... https://t.co/8iFgC8gij7
The Dos and Don'ts of Putting on a Virtual Gala
Galas are typically red carpet, black tie, elevated (and sometimes over the top) opportunities for nonprofit philanthropic communities to don their evening ... https://t.co/483l1Wevyk
Meet the First Native American Dance Group to Appear on "World of Dance"
Now in its fourth season, NBC's "World of Dance" has showcased many types of dance. "They've had styles from Mexico, China, Africa,... https://t.co/ABw8BXV3oP
Congrats to "ISOLATIONS," Winner of Our May Video of the Month Contest
In "ISOLATIONS," directed by Talia Shea Levin, a socially distanced group of friends performs choreography by Maritza Navarro through the windows of their respective homes. https://t.co/f3QtqvUaGv
This Artist Recreated Iconic Fosse Choreography—With Barbies
As virtually every dancer, choreographer or dance company with a smart phone and a web connection has put their original and archival material ... https://t.co/cepxoNPC9r
The At-Home Hobbies Keeping Dancers Creative Right Now
When you're not spending all your hours in the studio, you suddenly have so. much. more. free time. While Netflix marathons have certainly been in or... https://t.co/P0xRa5MXM2
This Artist Recreated Iconic Fosse Choreography—With Barbies
As virtually every dancer, choreographer or dance company with a smart phone and a web connection has put their original and archival material ... https://t.co/cepxoNPC9r