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Beyoncé Won the Super Bowl

So, how annoying was the football game that interrupted that amazing Beyoncé concert last night? Seriously though: Bey rocked the … Continue reading →

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10 Dance-y Instagrammers to Follow

Instagram is basically a dance-lover’s paradise. Dancers are all about visuals, so a photo-sharing app is our idea of a … Continue reading →

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Beyoncé Won the Super Bowl

So, how annoying was the football game that interrupted that amazing Beyoncé concert last night? Seriously though: Bey rocked the ... More » The post Beyoncé Won the Super Bowl appeared first on Dance...

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10 Dance-y Instagrammers to Follow

Instagram is basically a dance-lover’s paradise. Dancers are all about visuals, so a photo-sharing app is our idea of a ... More » The post 10 Dance-y Instagrammers to Follow appeared first on Dance...

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Tinashe Dominated on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” Last Night

You know what I miss? The good old days, when every pop star also had to be a sick, sick ... More » The post Tinashe Dominated on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” Last Night appeared first on Dance Spirit.

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Let Us All #BowDown to Janet Jackson

Legends: They’re talented. They’re inspiring. They stand the test of time. But true legends are also really, really rare. Which ... More » The post Let Us All #BowDown to Janet Jackson appeared first...

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My Big Break

Imagine this: You’re an understudy in a great new musical at a regional theater. It’s just days after opening night—and ... More » The post My Big Break appeared first on Dance Spirit.

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4 Dance Works Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Social justice has a been a prominent theme in many Black American dancemakers' repertoires. Today, on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day­—and in the midst of ongoing social and political turmoil in...

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Dance Helped Me Achieve Success in My Nondance Career Path

Like most kids, by the age of 4 I knew exactly what I wanted to be when I grew up…a dancer. And sure, every kid picks a career to play along with—doctor, veterinarian, princess. But from that young...

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How Dancers Can Beat Zoom Fatigue

Now that we're more than nine months into the pandemic, there's a big chance you're feeling Zoom-ed out. Read: Totally overusing the video-conferencing app for school and dance classes—and everything...

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Help Support the Beginner Dancer in Your Life

Plenty of us have been dancing since we were teeny-tiny tappers and trinas, but walking into a dance class as an older beginner can be seriously intimidating. Luckily, one silver lining of the...

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Here's How Immunocompromised Dancers Can Cope with the "New Normal"

With more Americans getting vaccinated every day, the pandemic finally (!) feels like it might be drawing to a close in the near future. Of course, this can't come soon enough for dancers across the...

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Take a Free Class With Dance Magazine's January Cover Star Keerati Jinakunwiphat

With her distinctive presence as a dancer in Kyle Abraham's A.I.M and her own creative vision as a choreographer, Keerati Jinakunwiphat was a natural fit for Dance Magazine's "25 to Watch" list this...

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5 Iconic Black Artists Who Changed Dance History

Throughout history, trailblazing Black dancers pushed dance and choreography into the future, and broke countless barriers in their pursuit of artistry. Yet Black dancers and creators are often...

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4 Ways You Can Disrupt Dance Class Power Dynamics

There's a reason why most dance classes are taught the same way—with one person leading and the rest of the room following—and it has a lot to do with how fruitful that relationship can be for...

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What Dietitians Wish Dancers Knew About the "What I Eat in a Day" Trend

Wherever you're scrolling—TikTok, Instagram, YouTube or all of the above—odds are you've come across a "What I Eat in a Day" video, posted by one of your favorite pro dancers or #Dancefluencers. These...

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Broadway Performer Tanairi Vazquez on What It’s Really Like to Dance in a...

When Tanairi Vazquez was cast in her very first Super Bowl commercial, she had no idea that she would be the star, or that Dolly Parton would be involved. But Vazquez was one of several dancers...

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Celebrate Black History Month at Home with 7 Dance-centric Books and Films

Still stuck at home and looking for ways to honor a socially-distant Black History Month? This February, consider taking some time to educate yourself, and to celebrate the contributions and...

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6 of the Most Love-Filled Routines in "So You Think You Can Dance" History

Happy Valentine's, dancers! While you might not be able to celebrate with your dance besties or your #Galentines this year, you can celebrate by watching some of the most romantic routines "So You...

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How to Express Yourself Through Vogue Fem—While Honoring the Community That...

"Who are you when you're voguing fem?" asks the choreographer and dancer Omari Wiles, father of the House of Oricci and founder of the dance company Les Ballet Afrik. "What energy is shaping your...

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