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Inside Travis Wall's Choreo for "Step Up: High Water"
The dancetastic YouTube series "Step Up: High Water" returns for its second season on March 20th (yes, we have a premiere date!). And this time around, the fabulous cast will be tackling choreography...
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Win "The Ballet Book"
The Ballet Book is the essential guide for young ballet students, filled with detailed instruction on everything from positions, steps, and poses to finding the right teacher to exercises and...
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How the BYU Cougarettes Achieved Competition (and Internet) Domination
It's the fall of 2018. As the Brigham Young University Cougarettes step onto the field at LaVell Edwards stadium in Provo, UT, a crowd of nearly 64 thousand erupts into cheers. The dancers take their...
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7 Dancers Whose Flexibility Is #Goals
Pretty much every dancer—even the bendiest!—wants to be more flexible. We'll be trying to get that perfect tilt 'til the day we die. Looking for a little inspiration as you work out your splits? Here...
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"World of Dance" Week 3 Recap: The Necessary Qualifications
Alright, y'all, this is it. THE LAST WEEK OF QUALIFIERS. In our humble opinions, every single act that walks onto the "World of Dance" stage is supremely overqualified to win all of the prize money,...
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College Dancers: Here's Why You Need Peer-to-Peer Mentoring
Nigel Campbell wants to let you in on a secret: College is finishing school. "You're meeting the people you'll know for the rest of your artistic life," explains the co-director of the Gibney Dance...
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Meet the Ailey Dancer Who Takes Stunning Photos of Her Coworkers
Danica Paulos, who's now in her fifth season with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, moves with captivating grace and power onstage. And when she's not wowing in-person audiences, the...
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Dear Katie: Growth Spurts Are Ruining My Technique!
Dear Katie,I just went through a big growth spurt, and now I feel like I have no center and no sense of balance. Help!MaddieDear Maddie,You're not alone! Growth spurts can be so frustrating as a...
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Oh Baby, Baby: The Britney Spears Musical Is Coming
Just a few weeks ago, we were musing about which major pop stars might get a jukebox musical. As our team batted ideas back and forth, I hastily shared this thought over email:Will there someday be a...
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Behold, the Official Live-Action "Aladdin" Trailer in All its Dancetastic Glory
Hey, clear the way in the ol' bazaar: The official trailer for the much-anticipated live-action Aladdin movie has arrived! And of its many revelations—Aladdin does parkour! Will Smith's Genie isn't...
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Hugh Jackman Will Star in "The Music Man" on Broadway
Is it October 2020 yet? Playbill just announced that next year, a revival of Meredith Willson's The Music Man will hit the Great White Way, starring everyone's favorite Hollywood/Broadway...
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3 Rehearsal-Ready Hairstyles for Natural Curls
Tired of tangled or flyaway tresses? Try these three easy, flattering, class-ready styles to keep your natural curls and coils out of your face.Consultant: Angela Huff for Mark Edward Inc.Half-Up(side...
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Jeanette Delgado Writes a Letter to Her Teenage Self
Miami City Ballet principal Jeanette Delgado's dynamic, show-stopping presence and powerful, crisp technique have been wowing audiences for well over a decade. A Miami, FL, native, Delgado began...
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Check Out This Dancey Music Video Ben Platt Just Released
We knew we adored Ben Platt when we saw him sing his heart out through sobs in Dear Evan Hansen back in 2016, but now that he's put out a music video with some fantastic dancers as the titular...
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Broadway Vet Paloma Garcia-Lee on Dancing in "Fosse/Verdon"
The extraordinary Paloma Garcia-Lee, who's danced in no fewer than five Broadway shows, can adapt to any choreographer's style. And before heading back to Broadway this spring in Moulin Rouge!...
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Contemporary Twists on 5 Iconic Ballet Costumes
We updated your favorite story-ballet tutus with modern details that'll please any 21st-century prima ballerina. Who needs a cavalier, anyway?Modeled by Cheyenne Fitzsimons and Martina Sandionigi,...
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What Dancers Should Know About Staying Hydrated
It's safe to say that when it comes to "things dancers should always keep 100 percent in check," hydration reigns supreme. Not only is it key for staying energized, alert, and balanced—it can actually...
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The Life of a Pointe Shoe, from Factory to Stage
For professional ballet dancers, the search for the perfect pointe shoe is a lifelong quest. Even the smallest adjustment in manufacturing can make the difference between a shoe that allows a...
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"World of Dance" Week 4 Recap: The Road to Redemption
Have you ever felt that the Duels round on NBC's "World of Dance" was a bit unfair? During the Duels, each act's success hinges not on how objectively good they are, but on how good they are relative...
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8 K-pop Bands with Serious Dance Skills
K-pop is in the middle of a stateside takeover. South Korea's boy bands and girl groups can always be counted on to produce catchy, upbeat songs—and, most importantly for us dance fans, to feature...
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