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To any pre-professional dancer vying for a company position, auditions are a familiar and often dreaded scene: Hundreds of hopeful young graduates flock to an audition site, pin a paper number to their dance clothes and try their luck. But only a few will receive full-time contracts with companies—the rest will go home disappointed, potentially […]

While very little about this year has felt normal, we’re excited to share that one of the dance community’s landmark events is returning despite the pandemic. October 29 marks World Ballet Day 2020. This year’s iteration of the annual social media extravaganza features three of the world’s leading companies: The Royal Ballet, The Australian Ballet […]

For over 140 years, La Bayadère has affirmed its sublime elements: the “Kingdom of the Shades” act, a ballet blanc of pristine classicism; brilliantly musical, virtuosic variations that dancers love to perform. Its drama has inspired unforgettable star performances, and Marius Petipa’s seminal choreography has impacted choreographers like George Balanchine. But many take issue with […]

Mark your calendars! This Tuesday, July 7, join pre-professional dancers across the globe in an inaugural live-stream event celebrating World Ballet School Day 2020. Made “by students for students,” the event aims to bring young generations of dancers together in an international recognition of the unifying power of ballet, dance and the art world at […]

When you see Olivia Book dance, you first notice her long lines, incredible control and captivating stage presence. It’s obvious why the Canadian dancer received high marks at Toronto’s Youth American Grand Prix competition last year—the girl has talent! It isn’t until a second or third glance that you realize that one of the 16-year-old’s […]

Yesterday, Dance Magazine released its much-awaited, annual “25 to Watch” list. With 2020 just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to get to know these breakout dancers, choreographers and companies (see the full list here). Spanning dance genres, the diverse list includes eight ballet dancers. And though we admit we’re a bit biased, we […]

New York City Ballet principal Lauren Lovette tries hard to focus on wellness despite her busy schedule. Her Hydro Flask water bottle—a gift from colleague Indiana Woodward—is emblazoned with the words “Be Here Now,” a daily reminder to stay present. Lovette also keeps two doTERRA essential oils in her bag, and starts each day with […]

Wonder what’s going on in ballet this week? We’ve rounded up some highlights. Nashville Ballet is the First U.S. Company to Perform Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s “A Streetcar Named Desire”  Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s A Streetcar Named Desire makes its U.S. company premiere at Nashville Ballet November 1-3. This award-winning, full-length adaptation of Tennessee Williams’ classic play […]