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3 Performers looking at each other seemingly confused in the theatre ohuse.

Musical Theater Swings: Hardworking and (sometimes) Under-Represented

Justin Keats

Justin Keats talks about what it takes to be a swing in the world of Musical Theatre (on or off Broadway), and why their demanding and complicated job makes them musical theater...

12:30 mins read
Physical therapist working on a patient's knee.

How To Find A Doctor You Can Trust

Jaimie Goodwin

How can a dancer find a doctor that is right for them? Dancers are a unique type of athlete, so when it comes to dealing with injuries, you need to find a doctor you can trust...

6:30 mins read
Andrew Pearson lifting red tape off marley floor in his performance at LA Dance Festival 2017.

Creativity Thrives in Restriction: How Artistry Helped Me Rebuild My Unstable Foundations

Andrew Pearson

The world may seem on pause with the COVID-19 quarantine, but this could be playtime for your creativity.

3:00 mins read
company Wayne Mcgregor artists in a stretched line, all in various poses, foggy atmosphere on stage

McGregor’s “Autobiography” Is An Unconventional Dance Spectacle

Steven Woodruff

McGregor duplicates the 23 pieces of the human genetic code in a program of 23 short vignettes set against the electronic music of the American rising-star sound artist, Jlin.

4:00 mins read
female dancer sitting in front of a window her head resting on her knees

The Emotional Roller Coaster of The “Post-Show Blues”: How to Cope

Kathryn Boland

Finishing a dance job can leave you with the empty feeling of "what's next?" Explore tips for managing these emotions and ways to move forward.

9:30 mins read
3 young dancers posing in colorful fringe and feather outfits on a red background

5 Reasons Entertainment Dance Companies are a Perfect Side Hustle for Dancers

Khayla Jordan Golucke

When bills must be paid but jobs are slow, consider dancing at a private corporate event or wedding. Read about this dance gig option.

4:40 mins read
Lauren Ritchie leaping and looking back on a grey background.

Resilience & Growth in Difficult Times: Lauren Ritchie is Here to Help

Lucia Joyce

Read on to see how mental coach, Lauren Ritchie, encourages resilience and growth to help dancers through the COVID-19 pandemic crisis.

6:00 mins read
A chocolate cupcake one one place, a stack of peaches on the another place

Healthy Eating: The Do's And Don'ts for Dancers

Charlotte McCormick

The dancer's diet should consist of healthy eating. Read on for nutritional do's and don't's from a health expert to support peak dance performance.

A young woman facing back and massaging her neck with one hand.

How to Get a Good, Cheap Massage

Jamie Thompson

Good massages don't have to be expensive. Check out some rules of thumb for effective, cheap massages that only require simple props, like a foam roller.

A dance bag filled with pointe shoes, tap shoes, heels, a towel, and a notepad.

Top 10 Dance Bag Essentials For Any Audition

DancePlug

Pack these ten dance bag essentials for your next audition to feel prepared and confident about booking the job.

3:00 mins read
Davonna Batt in a contemporary dance pose on a purple background

The Professional Dancer's New Groove: How to Get Hired Today

Kathryn Boland

In this post-COVID lockdowns era, what are auditions like? 3 dancers discuss how to navigate dance industry castings in multiple aspects.

8:30 mins read
Tym Buacharern retouching Jennifer Hudson's make up on set.

The Importance of Make-Up for Dance Auditions

Tym Buacharern

Your first impression is everything. Look the part at your next audition with our make up tips and product recommendations.

2:30 mins read
Half cut avocado, nuts, piece of fresh salmon, and a bottle of oil displayed on a small wooden board

Healthy Fat, Bad Fat. Are You Still Confused?

Charlotte McCormick

Healthy fats should be included in your daily intake, based on total calories consumed. Build a stronger diet by understanding the different types of fat.

California Contemporary Ballet Presents UNCAGED

Steven Woodruff

UNCAGED aims to give us a profound glimpse of the human condition through performances by five more or less local choreographers working in the area of contemporary dance and ba...

5:00 mins read
Poster of the 4th Annaual Mix Match Dance Festival featuring a male dancer in thebackground.

The Fourth Annual Mix Match Dance Festival

Steven Woodruff

Mix Match Dance Festival, a series featuring mostly local companies, completed its fourth annual series of performances at the Electric Lodge in Venice this past weekend.

6:00 mins read
Sarah Romanowski, in black leggings, arching back in a passé position in aerial silks.

The 19th Annual Lester Horton Dance Awards

Steven Woodruff

Review and award winners list of the 19th Annual Lester Horton Dance Awards, in Los Angeles.

3:30 mins read
Male dancer holding a female dancer by the waist. Female dancer is in pointe shoes with her legs and arms extended forward.

LA Ballet - NewWaveLA 2010

Steven Woodruff

Los Angeles Ballet brought its most recent repertory evening titled NewWaveLA to the Alex Theatre, in Glendale CA.

4:00 mins read
Marquee of a Broadway musical show

Tracing the Evolution of Dance Back to These 6 Pioneering Broadway Show Numbers

Christopher Michael

Explore the choreographic brilliance and lasting imprint of dance scenes from iconic musical theatre shows like West Side Story and A Chorus Line.

6:40 mins read
Female dancers with her hair down, wearing a red top and a green skirt that is floating with the movement.

Dance Around Town

Steven Woodruff

The Ford Theatre kicked off its summer dance series last weekend with a double bill featuring BODYTRAFFIC and L.A. Contemporary Dance Company/SONOS.

7:00 mins read

Fracture at the Ford Amphitheatre

Steven Woodruff

The Ford Amphitheater continued with its wide ranging summer festival of dance on September 16th with FRACTURE, featuring four Los Angeles dance and theater companies along with...

7:00 mins read
Ballerina in a white tutu kneeled on the floor with one leg extended back, while arching back to create a swan-like line.

10 Classical Ballets Any Kind of Dancer Should Know

DancePlug

Learn about the great classical ballets every dancer should know including Swan Lake, Nutcracker, and Giselle.