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Performance Time!

grishkoxgirlo | Nov 20, 2009 | there are 0 comments 0

Hey ya'll!

Ok. So we all know that around the holidays we all have a ton of performances: either the nutcracker, competitions, or other performances that your studios do.  Right around the time of said performance, your teacher(s) always tell you to watch what you are eating so that you are perfectly fit and able to dance your best on the performance date. But what exactly are we supposed to do to make sure this happens?

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tags Performance, Nutcracker, competition, holidays, workouts, food, stretch (all tags)

MERCURY

StyleStation | Nov 19, 2009 | there are 0 comments 0
Photography: Jeff Busby

Photography: Jeff Busby

Oscar winning actress, Cate Blanchett is the Artistic Director. Mr Giorgio Armani is the patron. I am introducing you to Sydney Theatre Company, home performance venue for the world renowned, Sydney Dance Company. What an amazing venue to house such an incredible dance company. All so shiny and modern, this artsy, wharf side complex encases a book store, bar, restaurant and state of the art theatres.
I recently attended STC to watch Sydney Dance Company`s performance of MERCURY. I must say, simplicity speaks volumes boldly.

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Retailer, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, Summer Study, contemporary (all tags)

IT'S BRITNEY B#@*H! Fans walk out on her world tour

StyleStation | Nov 19, 2009 | there are 0 comments 0

Britney's CIRCUS continues around the world but gathers some disappointing press.
Absolutely trashed by fans and media alike for not singing throughout her concert, her lip-synching has caused uproar for ticket holders who paid to hear her live and has fans walking out! Brit and camp claim that her show is too vigorous with all of the dance involved. I went along to see what the fuss is all about.

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Retailer, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, Summer Study, pop (all tags)

Fraulein Maria at Dance Theater Workshop

Meryl Cates | Nov 19, 2009 | there are 1 comments 1

The Nutcracker is always a reliable holiday staple, but why not spice things up a little. Doug Elkins & Friends' "Fraulein Maria" seems to be finding its place among the season's classics.

Packed with just about every style of dance you can think of, the Bessie award-winning "Fraulein Maria" will be at Dance Theater Workshop Dec. 10-12 and 17-19 during their "Holiday Extravaganza" program.

Here is a video to get you in the spirit!

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Studio, Performance, Dance Theater Workshop, Fraulein Maria (all tags)

Bacon and Egg Salad

Corrinna | Nov 18, 2009 | there are 0 comments 0
Bacon and Egg Salad

Bacon and Egg Salad

If you like your salad to have a bit of zip to thrill your senses. Give this simple recipe a try.  It is light and tangy,  the perfect appetizer or a great complete meal.

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Retailer, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, Summer Study (all tags)

Ethics of Professional Dancers

erinlamont | Nov 17, 2009 | there are 1 comments 1

I have been working professionally 'hans solo' aka of my own volition...... for the past 8 years.  Due to my awesome parents and upbringing, I was taught to respect others, respect your career, and it will be reciprocated.

Now transferring that into the dance world.... yes, in auditions, I rock it out, stand in front.  Yes in choreography meetings I sell myself to book that job.  Yes, I cold call and submit my reels to people all over the country, focusing on booking industrials, tv shows, stage and the like, truly believing that I am the best one for the job.

Maybe call it the 29 year old in me, but I would NEVER do this:

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tags Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Broadway, Ballroom, Teacher, Enthusiast, Parent, Retailer, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, Summer Study (all tags)

Miss Dance of the United States on NBC!

USTD | Nov 16, 2009 | there are 0 comments 0

ATLANTIC CITY--A number of men and women in uniform who are serving in Iraq and Afghanistan are about to get a sweet treat.

Through November, the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, located at The Walk in Atlantic City, will match the amount of fudge that's purchased at the store.

The grand total of fudge, expected to be upwards of 200 pounds, will then be shipped overseas, just in time for the holidays, "...The troops are away from home and they're doing a great thing for our country everyday, this is the least we can do, and give them our thanks," said Frank Stollenwerk, owner of the store.

"...We've gotten a pretty good response and people are actually buying fudge, but not even taking it home, and saying, just send this overseas."

Lending her support to the 'Fudge for Soldiers Program' Wednesday afternoon was one very special fudge maker, Nicole Dlug, Miss Dance of the United States 2009, who was in town for several Veterans Day appearances, "....its one of those comfort foods...you have your necessities that are being shipped over, and there's so many things that you miss back home, and this is little things like chocolate and how much everyone loves to indulge...its just one of those things that I'm sure just brings a little piece of home to where they are."

See why USTD is turning so many heads, learn more at www.USTD.com!

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tags Enthusiast, Studio, Competitions & Conventions, Performance, nbc, ustd (all tags)

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