Dance
The Upside to Training at Home
Dance Magazine delivers a silver lining of some of the upsides to training while quarantined at home. Although this article focuses on dance training, these positives can be applied to training across the industry. With school starting up in a matter of weeks, with the majority of classes being held virtually, try to remember these 5 positive aspects of learning from home, which can help make you a stronger performer: Less reliance on mirrors No one to follow if you don’t know the steps More time to slow down and correct technique issues The option to dance outside The ability to experiment with different teachers View Article
Ask the Dance Docs – Dancing in a Mask
“Ask the Dance Docs” is a podcast segment with Dr. Kat Bower PT and Dr. Kathleen L. Davenport MD who answer questions regarding injuries, training, recovery, and more! Their most recent episode aired on July 16, 2020, and they cover a spectrum of topics related to mask-wearing: Why we wear a mask Types of masks to use Exercising in a masks Adapting to a mask Dancing in a mask Breathing exercises for mask-wearing Give this podcast episode a listen HERE
2020 Summer Dance Training Opportunities
View Dance Magazine‘s Summer Study Guide of 40+ Summertime dance training options for 2020, listed by state for the US and with a list of international options by country. For more information regarding dates, prices, and registration you can view the guide here: Summer Study Guide
Notable Dance Books of 2019
Searching for a last-minute holiday gift? Or perhaps you are looking for some dance-inspiration for the New Year? Wendy Perron surveys a number of dance books, perfect for dancers of all mediums. These books cover choreographers, notable dancers, dances from different cultures, and more! Check them out here: VIEW ARTICLE via www.wendyperron.com
Understudying 3 Roles on Broadway
Have you ever had to understudy a role in a show? Do you remember the hours of preparation preparing your understudy track on top of your main role? Now, imagine this: You audition for a Broadway show and you get the call that you’ve been cast as the understudy of not one, not two, but three roles. Not only are you understudying three different roles, but they are three PRINCIPAL roles. This is exactly what Broadway veteran Sasha Hutchings is doing for the current revival of OKLAHOMA! on Broadway. Learn more of how she balances these three roles, as well as some tips for tapping into these different, distinct characters. VIEW ARTICLE via www.dancemagaine.com
How These 6 Pros Get Through “Nut” Without Cracking
The Nutcracker. A time-honored holiday tradition in which thousands of dancers, young and old, partake in each year. Whether it’s your fifth year or fifteenth year performing in this famous ballet, these 6 pros dish out their best tips on how to survive “Nutcracker Season”. Beat the burn out and learn how to stay inspired, healthy, and to keep the magic flowing! VIEW ARTICLE via www.dancemagazine.com
Financial Flaws: Are you guilty of these common mistakes?
Although this article is directed towards dancers, these 8 money mistakes could be applied to all artists in the entertainment industry. Are you guilty of any of these financial flaws? Learn what they are, advice to control your finances, and the freedom and security grow in your artistry. READ ARTICLE via www.dancemagazine.com
SETC 2020 Registration – NOW OPEN!
2020 Spring Professional Auditions: Feb. 27-29, 2020 | Louisville, KY | 71st Annual SETC Convention Applications Open: Oct. 15 2019 @ Noon ET Early-Bird Deadline: Dec. 13 2019 @ Noon ET Final Deadline: Jan. 15 2020 @ Noon ET REGISTRATION INFORMATION Actors, singers, and dancers must register for the SETC Convention and apply and be approved for an audition spot. Download the correct guideline packet for you, and call the SETC Central Office at 336-272-3645 to speak with April if you need any help Non-Equity Actors/Singers Equity Actors/Singers Dancer-Only
The Rockettes are Looking for an Artistic Director—and a Makeover
The Rockettes are one of, if not the most, iconic dance troupes in the world. They recently announced that they are beginning a search for a new position: Artistic Director. The Rockettes are wanting to expand their presence beyond Christmas time, and become a year-round attraction, and they need just the right artistic visionary to lead them in that direction. Learn more about their search below: View Article via www.dancemagazine.com
Stretches and Strengtheners to Increase Your Extensions
As a dancer, it is important to keep up your conditioning and strength training. Those looking to increase their développé will find great stretching exercises that focus on more than the splits. This article from Pointe Magazine will guide you through safe stretching and strengthening exercises. READ ARTICLE via www.pointemagazine.com
No Short Cuts: A Day in The Life of a NYC Ballet Principal
Have you dreamt of becoming a principal dancer for a major dance company? Well, it isn’t an easy feat! (No pun intended). With intense schedules that include rehearsals, performance, conditioning, as well as the need to stay healthy and injury-free, the expectation to excel at this level is very high. Pointe Magazine dives into these various expectations by observing a day in the life of NYC Ballet star Sara Mearns. READ ARTICLE via www.pointemagazine.com
The Relationship Between Ballet and Physics
How does Newton’s Third law correlate with ballet? Pointe Magazine speaks with Dr. Merritt Moore from the National Museum of Mathematics and choreographer Claudia Schreier about how music, dance, and math all work together. READ ARTICLE via www.pointemagazine.com
