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Working the Numbers: Math Problem-Solving in Dance
K-12 dance educator, Heather Vaughan Southard shares two very different ways she incorporates math and problem-solving into her dance education classes: dancing fractions and budgeting for a production.
The Sci-Fi Origins of the Nutcracker’s Snow Scene
What’s the connection between The Nutcracker and Jules Verne’s “From the Earth to the Moon?” Here’s a hint: the Snow Scene has a rich history that may surprise you. Discover some fascinating trivia in this guest contribution.
A Look at LEAP! National Dance Competition
It pays to know a little more about a competition company, its judges, and its philosophies, so have a look at LEAP! National Dance Competition in this interview with executive director, Drew Vamosi.
Tips on Making a Video to Market Your Studio
Covenant Ballet Artistic Director, Marla Hirokawa joins videographer Nel Shelby to answer a few questions about the making of their promotional video. so studio owners can see how to make this kind of video work for their business.
Creating Classroom Choreography with Purpose
There are three major strands through which we experience dance: Create, Perform, and Respond. Heather describes how she’s been addressing these with her K-12 dance elective students to create a window into their depth of knowledge and to cultivate expression.
