
Danielle Desimone
WriterDanielle Desimone, born and raised in the suburbs of Philadelphia, fell in love with all styles of dance at a young age. She graduated from DeSales University with a bachelor’s degree in both Dance and Communications. She currently lives in Philadelphia where she works at a property management office. She is a member of two dance companies in the city and absolutely loves dancing and performing with them. When not at work or dancing, she loves going to the beach, crafting, and spending time with her husband, cat, and family.

8 Things to Consider When Scouting the Best Location for A Site Specific Dance
If you're planning a performance outside of the typical proscenium stage, these factors will significantly affect the execution of your work.

6 Tips To Boost Your Dance Performance Quality From Good to Astounding
What movement qualities make one dancer stand out over another? Here are some tips on how to be a great dancer and captivate an audience.

Count Your Blessings: 8 Things to Put on This Year's Gratitude List
This Thanksgiving, your things to be grateful for don't have to be groundbreaking. Let's appreciate the things we used to take for granted, pre-pandemic.

How to Network Out of Your Comfort Zone Into This Small Ferocious Dance World
There's always an opportunity to meet other dancers – knowing how to build professional relationships is vital.

Your 5 Must Watch Dance Movies to Enjoy this Valentine's Day
You've seen the Bob Fosse and Gene Kelly classics, but have you ticked off these must-watch dance movies from your bucket list?

Wedding First Dance: How to Make Your Non-Dancing Partner Comfortable
Non-dancers may get intimidated by having to do a choreographed first dance. Here are 5 steps to get them excited and confident in their dancing.

How Fight Choreography Training Can Expand Your Artistry
Stage combat and dance have more in common that you think. Learn how training in fight choreography can strengthen your dance performance.

The Art of Telling a Story Through Choreography
Here are some tips for creative inspiration and choreographic devices for some great storytelling.

How Can an In-Person Show Materialize From Zoom-Only Rehearsals?
A teacher shares her experience using Zoom to virtually teach choreography for an outdoor dance recital.

New Beginnings: Trust That Your Timing Has Its Purpose
After several years of traveling and performing, two dancers share their transitions of settling down and their pivot to new beginnings.

6 Leadership Tips While the Performing Arts are on Pause
With COVID-19 shutdowns devastating the performing arts, here are 6 tips for choreographers to keep up company morale.