Clik here to view.
Listen to Black Dancers Speaking Out Against Racial Injustice
This weekend, protests against racially-charged police brutality—spurred by the unjust killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Nina Pop, Sean Reed, and so many others—swept the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Debbie Allen Is Throwing a Massive Dance-a-thon—and You're Invited
In this global economic crisis, it sometimes feels like the plight of dancers has been largely ignored. Debbie Allen is on a mission to change that. "They don't list dance and the arts as essential,"...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Why Dancers Make the Best Livestream Fitness Instructors
Today more than ever, fitness platform subscriptions are replacing gym memberships. Dancers have always been great in-person fitness class instructors; now, they're becoming popular leaders of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Serious Dancer's Guide to TikTok
It's paradoxical but true: On TikTok, a platform driven largely by dance, people with little to no dance background are becoming megastars—and highly-trained dancers can seem like fish out of water....
View ArticleClik here to view.
How to Support the Black Dance Community, Beyond Social Media
The dance community's response to the death of George Floyd was immediate and sweeping on social media. Dance artists, including Desmond Richardson and Martha Nichols, used their social platforms to...
View ArticleClik here to view.
“World of Dance” Week 2 Recap: The Qualifiers Continue
In observance of the entertainment industry's #BlackoutTuesday, NBC dedicated last night's episode to "all those who are fighting injustice, standing up against racism and taking action to make...
View ArticleClik here to view.
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, break dancers, salsa dancers," says Kenneth Shirley, founder of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Essential Viewing: “WE. DANCE.”, a Powerful Video by Ailey’s Dancers
"When our hearts break, WE Dance."That's the caption for this video, created by and featuring dancers from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Made in the midst of widespread protests over the death...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Reed Henry is Your May Cover Model Search Editors' Choice Winner
Congratulations to the May Cover Model Search Editors' Choice video winner, Reed Henry! Watch his solo below, and be sure to enter the Cover Model Search here.Reed Henry, "Rattle"
View ArticleClik here to view.
How to Take Charge of Your At-Home Dance Health
Despite all pandemic-related odds, you've more or less managed to keep up a dance training routine, whether it's via your home studio's Zoom schedule, Instagram Live classes, or Mark Kanemura's living...
View ArticleClik here to view.
A Virtual Ovation for the Dance Class of 2020
We're so proud of the Dance Class of 2020. And while we had the chance to celebrate 31 of you as dance grad cover stars, we're showcasing even more of the incredible talent in this year's senior class...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How the “SYTYCD” Costume Designer Creates Wearable Art for Dancers
Ever wondered what goes into the production of the hundreds of costumes used in the live episodes of "So You Think You Can Dance"? Always innovative—and often straight-up jaw-dropping—they're an...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Houston Ballet's Harper Watters: Thoughts on My First Uprising
I recently spoke to the dancers and management of Houston Ballet, where I dance, as part of ongoing conversations covering racial injustice. I was going to start by asking them how they were doing....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Where to Take Virtual Dance Class to Benefit Anti-Racist Organizations
Many dance students are seeking ways to take action in the ongoing fight against racism and police brutality. And many amazing dancers and dance organizations are donating revenue from virtual classes...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Bloch Announces Plans to Release Pointe Shoes in Diverse Shades This Fall
Last year, in a segment on "The Today Show" on diverse shades of pointe shoes, Dance Theatre of Harlem artistic director Virginia Johnson reflected on the groundbreaking 1970's-era performance when...
View ArticleClik here to view.
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 a competition that focused on ballet. First up for my age...
View ArticleClik here to view.
"World of Dance" Week 3 Recap: The Qualifiers, Take 3
Another episode of "World of Dance," another week of qualifiers. But frankly, there's no chance of us ever getting tired of this game of "getting to know you," because week after week, "World of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How Dance Students Can Confront Racism and Implicit Bias in the Studio
It is vital for BIPOC dancers to feel that the studio setting, physical or virtual, is safe and inclusive. Dance teachers and studio owners have most of the power when it comes to creating that...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Inside NFL Dance Teams' Virtual Auditions
As the COVID-19 pandemic puts the majority of dance performances and auditions on pause, some professional dance teams associated with the NFL have opted to hold the initial rounds of their auditions...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Vote for Your Favorite in the 2020 Cover Model Search Contest!
Congratulations to Dance Spirit's 2020 Cover Model Search finalists: Jasmine Cruz, Abigail Jackson, and Jamaii Melvin! One of them will win a spot on Dance Spirit's Fall 2020 cover. Learn more about...
View Article