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Watch Ballerina Kathryn Morgan on the "TODAY" Show
Since making her triumphant return to the stage this season, Kathryn Morgan has been on a mission to share her story and inspire others. The Miami City Ballet soloist—and advice columnist for Dance...
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Why You Should Know Technical Powerhouse Christian Burse
Christian Burse's long, flexible limbs create showstopping shapes onstage. But what really captivates audiences are her seamless transitions between those gorgeous shapes, showing incredible technique...
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Enter to Win a Pair of Tickets to See "Beyond Babel" Off-Broadway
Win a Pair of Tickets to "Beyond Babel"
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Here's Everything We Know About the "Hamilton" Movie
Hamilfans, don't throw away your shot: You, too, can be in the room where it happens—namely, your local movie theater—come October 15, 2021.A little more than six years after Hamilton opened on...
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Dear Katie: How Can I Balance Dance and a Social Life?
In our "Dear Katie" series, Miami City Ballet soloist Kathryn Morgan answers your pressing dance questions. Have something you want to ask Katie? Email dearkatie@dancespirit.com for a chance to be...
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The Rockettes Have a New Feeder Program—And It's Completely Free
The road to becoming a Radio City Rockette just got smoother.While the Rockettes Summer Intensive has long been considered the best way for aspirants to get their foot in the door, the famed precision...
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Justin Bieber's New Visual Album Is Dropping from Dance Heaven
ICYMI, Justin Bieber's newest album Changes has been dominating the charts for a bit now. As expected, wonderfully vibey dance goodness has followed, in the form of TikTok trends, class combos, and...
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Dance Spirit Is on TikTok! ✨
We're heeeeere! Dance Spirit officially launched its TikTok account today, and we COULD NOT BE MORE EXCITED about it.First things first: Stop what you're doing and give us a follow...
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The "Balanchine Head," and How to Master It—Including Spotting Front
As a teacher and choreographer, George Balanchine—founder of the School of American Ballet and New York City Ballet—finessed even the smallest details. And in his technique, extra-special attention is...
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How to Balance Studio Training With a Busy Dance Convention Schedule
Attending multiple conventions throughout the year has become increasingly popular among dancers. Conventions provide valuable exposure to world-class faculty, not to mention coveted scholarships and...
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9 Dancers We Want to See on "SYTYCD" Season 17
"So You Think You Can Dance" has been renewed for a 17th season—and we are HERE FOR IT. We can't wait for another summer of truly great dancing on TV! It's always exciting to watch an impressive...
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The Dance World Remembers Danny Tidwell
Danny Tidwell, the extraordinary artist who danced with American Ballet Theatre and inspired thousands as a contestant on "So You Think You Can Dance," died on Friday. He was 35. The cause, according...
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How the Dance World Can Prepare for Coronavirus
The spread of the coronavirus is scary, no matter who you are. But for dancers, who work in close physical proximity to one another, there's an added element of risk.Dancers can't exactly "work...
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Lizzo's Leading Ladies: Meet the Big Grrrls
Rising pop superstar Lizzo is changing the game in all kinds of ways. (A singer who also raps and plays the flute? You'd better believe it.) But she's become an especially important leader in the...
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No Class Because of Coronavirus? Here's Where You Can Train Online
"Social distancing" might mean your dance classes are canceled, but that doesn't mean your training has to stop. Some studios are livestreaming their classes to students. Some dancers are giving...
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Meet Our New Favorite Instagram Account: @modelsdoingballet
Let's start with an undisputed fact: Ballet dancers work hard. Very hard. And yet they're often underpaid, overworked and misunderstood by a society that idolizes tutus, toe shoes and a dancer's...
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How to Be an Instagram Dance Goddess
Few people GET Instagram as well as Houston Ballet soloist Harper Watters—the only ballet dancer nominated in the Shorty Awards' dance category this year. The social media maestro has built a large...
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Meet the UCLA Dance Team's First Male Dancer Ever
When Devin Mallory scored a spot on the renowned University of California, Los Angeles Dance Team, he didn't just make the team—he made history. Mallory is the first male performer ever to join the...
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Kathryn Morgan Opens Up About Body Image in Ballet
Kathryn Morgan is on a mission to change the dance field. The Miami City Ballet soloist and Dance Spirit advice columnist appeared on the "Today" Show on February 27 where she openly discussed the...
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Why You Should Know Hip-Hop Beast Alysa Guiterrez-Sierra
Alysa Gutierrez-Sierra may look shy and sweet, but the young street dancer knows a thing or two about tearing up the dance floor and working a crowd. Alysa's big break came when she danced on Justin...
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