Embracing competition circuit students into college dance “Sometimes my class is honestly quite unsatisfying to former competition dancers.” —Meghan Durham Sophomore Lindsay Deitchman says it took her a full semester to feel comfortable at Ohio State University’s dance program. Competing with studios in Westchester, New York, she had little modern dance training and didn’t understand […]
The scoop on ordering costumes A Wish Come True: “Surprise Party,” style H333 With summer break winding down, it’s not too early to think about costuming your upcoming performances. But first, take note of these tips from three manufacturers: • Order on the company’s website to ensure easier and faster processing, recommends Art Stone, founder […]
Seen & Heard At the Dance Teacher Summit Carryl Slobotkin Owner, Jazz Unlimited Studio of Dance Arts Marlton, NJ 2,000 students As a successful studio owner for 42 years, Carryl Slobotkin has participated three times as an Ambassador at the Dance Teacher Summit, leading discussions on starting performing or competition groups at dance studios. Dance […]
Seen & Heard At the Dance Teacher Summit Tony Dovolani Pro on “Dancing with the Stars” Dovolani was paired with tennis great Martina Navratilova on Season 14 of “Dancing With the Stars.” An Emmy-nominated choreographer and winner of multiple U.S. and world ballroom championships, Tony Dovolani coaches Latin and ballroom at Dance With Me studios, […]
Denise Blackstone’s studio supports her passion and her family. “She’s so open, spontaneous, with all the hugs. I think it makes the kids feel freer to express themselves, be creative.” —Al Blackstone, about his mother, Denise Denise Blackstone can’t remember a time when she didn’t want to teach. As you watch her tapping up a […]
Seen & Heard At the Dance Teacher Summit Bob Rizzo will teach at the 2012 Dance Teacher Summit. Bob Rizzo A well-regarded jazz and musical theater instructor, Bob Rizzo teaches master classes across the U.S. and in Europe. Dance Teacher: What is your classroom philosophy? Bob Rizzo: I try to stay aware of the needs […]
Seen & Heard At the Dance Teacher Summit Finis Jhung Finis Jhung teaches dancers to move using the whole body. A renowned NYC ballet teacher, Finis Jhung was the founding artistic director of Chamber Ballet USA. His students have included dancers from New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre as well as several of […]
Seen & Heard At the Dance Teacher Summit Royal Dance Works Phoenix, AZ Number of students: 500 Years open: 32 Dance Teacher: What is the biggest piece of advice you have for other business owners? Carole Royal: For the first years of my business, I really just bobbed along, hoping for good circumstances without a […]
Seen & Heard At the Dance Teacher Summit Boni’s Dance & Performing Arts Studio Number of students: 1,600 Number of company students: 150 The Woodlands and Magnolia, TX Years open: 29 Boni’s Dance & Performing Arts students in The Nutcracker Dance Teacher: Your company students perform over 12 times per year—at competitions, community shows, recitals […]
Seen & Heard At the Dance Teacher Summit Seven Star School of Performing Arts in Beauty and the Beast Donna Aravena Seven Star School of Performing Arts (600 students) Brewster, NY Dance Teacher: Your school offers curriculum in dancing, acting and singing for students as young as 3. Why do you think it’s important for […]