5 Dancers You Should Be Following on Instagram
One of the benefits of social media is that it gives everyone a platform to showcase their work—and that's especially valuable for gifted dancers. Here are five SERIOUSLY talented dance artists, all...
View ArticleWatch the Official Trailer for Juliet Doherty's Movie
We've been endlessly curious about budding ballerina Juliet Doherty's movie project, On Pointe , since we first got wind of it back in March. At that point, the film's producers were hoping to raise...
View Article"World of Dance" Recap: Lots of Familiar Faces, Lots of Amazing Dancing
We're three weeks into NBC's "World of Dance," and we mean it when we say: this show just keeps getting better and better . Last night's episode was especially fun as a whole bunch of DS favorites...
View ArticleWhy Swings Are the Superheroes of Broadway
You may never have heard the term "swing." But as the performers who stand by to go on for several different ensemble roles whenever necessary, swings may be the most valued members of a Broadway...
View Article10 Quick Questions with Nia Sioux Frazier
In the earliest seasons of Lifetime's "Dance Moms," Nia Sioux Frazier was the underdog. She was constantly overlooked by a certain shall-not-be-named teacher, and had a seemingly permanent spot on the...
View ArticleVote for Your Favorite in Our Cover Model Search Contest!
Congratulations to Dance Spirit 's 2017 Cover Model Search finalists: Haley Hartsfield , Kaylin Maggard and Michelle Quiner ! One of them will win a spot on Dance Spirit 's October 2016 cover. Learn...
View ArticleNow Is the Time to See Newsies in Theaters (Again!)
Mark your calendars, fansies! On August 5 and 9, your favorite Newsies'll be out there carrying the banner, one last time. That's right, the Tony-winning cult musical—filmed live at the Hollywood...
View ArticleSara Mearns Is Teaming Up with Só Dança
There's nothing better than when dancers design dancewear—they just get it, you know? From the materials, to the cut, and everything in between, they've figured out what works thanks to years of trial...
View ArticleExactly How Hard is the "CATS" Choreography?
Well, if you're Broadway vlogger and dance newbie Tyler Mount, super-easy! In a special video for Playbill.com , Broadway CATS Christine Cornish Smith, Tyler Hanes and Ahmad Simmons lead Mount through...
View ArticleThe Best Long-Lasting Lipsticks To Get You Through Nationals
Nationals season is just around the corner, and we're getting SUPER pumped. Although it's truly one of the greatest times of the year for dancers, Nationals are also insane, tbh. Between running from...
View ArticleHow To Tumble Your Way to Dance Team Success
You head to your first dance team practice, ready to nail your fouettés and switch-leaps—only to be asked to demonstrate your headsprings and rubberbands. Yikes! You're embarrassed that you're behind...
View Article"So You Think You Can Dance" Recap: Vanessa Says "YAS"
It's the second episode of "So You Think You Can Dance" Season 14, and tbh, so far we're yawning more than we're yay-ing. We want to see more performances and hear less talking—and we're dying for...
View ArticleSteal the Spotlight in These Vivid Audition Looks
Stand out—just enough—at your next musical theater audition in ensembles that pair vivid brights with classic black. (All photos by Erin Baiano)
View Article6 Dancers With Stellar Fashion Sense
Dance and fashion are constantly collaborating and believe us when we say, we're here for it. But what deserves to get attention are the dancers that are fashionable in their own right. Fashion, just...
View Article'World of Dance' Recap: Let's Duel This Again
You guys, I feel so sorry for the "World of Dance" judges: Their job is so freaking tough. Every single one of the acts from last night's episode was absolutely amazing. How could you even THINK about...
View ArticleWatch Maddie Ziegler's Dancing Scene from "The Book of Henry"
Serious question: Is there anything Maddie Ziegler can't do? Serious answer: Nope. Case in point? Her big screen debut as Christina in the new movie, The Book of Henry . But even more exciting than...
View ArticleMisty Copeland Will Be a "World of Dance" Guest Judge
We already know that Misty Copeland—who needs no introduction, but OK: American Ballet Theatre principal, trailblazing role model, all-around superstar—is an excellent dance show judge. Her turn on...
View ArticleHere Comes the Sun, So Grab Your SPF
It's finally summer, which means you're probably spending as many long days outside in the sun as you are in the studio. You might think a quick mist of SPF 30 will do the trick, but there's a lot...
View ArticleWatch These Houston Ballet Men Absolutely Slay "La Bayadère" Choreo on Pointe
A lot of ballet men play around a little in pointe shoes—to get a feel for what their partners are experiencing, or just because they're curious. But Houston Ballet's Hayden Stark, Derek Dunn, and...
View ArticleThis Grace VanderWaal Dance Video Makes Us Want to "Light the Sky"
Great contemporary choreographers and soulful singer-songwriters have always made for a perfect match. That's why we were thrilled when we found out "SYTYCD" and "Dance Moms" choreographer Kristin...
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