Author Archives: Ashley Rivers

About Ashley Rivers

Ashley Rivers is a freelance writer and dancer in Boston. She is currently a Calderwood Fellow in writing at Emerson College.

Keone Madrid

Posted on Dec 1, 2012 by .
Photo by Little Shao/Urban Dance Showcase

Watching Keone Madrid on the dance floor, it’s no surprise the 24-year-old’s first love was basketball: He exudes athleticism. But … Continue reading →

Posted in You Should Know

My Favorite Costume

Posted on Nov 12, 2012 by .
PETA MURGATROYD, DONALD DRIVER

APRIL DALY The Joffrey Ballet “All of Desdemona’s costumes in Lar Lubovitch’s Othello are amazing. They’re flowy and romantic. We … Continue reading →

Posted in New Stories We Love

The Age Equation

Posted on Nov 12, 2012 by .
Janette Manrara with Robbie Kmetoni in Burn the Floor (David Wyatt)

When it comes to dance, the general rule of thumb is that the younger you begin training, the better. Serious … Continue reading →

Posted in New Stories We Love

Olivia “Chachi” Gonzales

Posted on Sep 10, 2012 by .
Olivia’s family nicknamed her “Chachi” when she was young. It’s short for “muchachita,” which means “little girl” in Spanish (she’s the youngest in her family). (Shauna Hundeby)

Olivia “Chachi” Gonzales is the perfect mix of sweetness and spice. Whether her hip-hop moves are hard-hitting or smooth, you … Continue reading →

Posted in Who's Hot, You Should Know

Jeanine Mason: Why I Chose College

Posted on Sep 10, 2012 by .
Jeanine with boyfriend Beau Mirchoff at a UCLA football game

Before winning Season 5 of “So You Think You Can Dance,” Jeanine Mason was a regular high school senior looking … Continue reading →

Posted in Off the Record, Who's Hot

Streamline Your College Search

Posted on Sep 10, 2012 by .
University of Arizona BFA undergraduates David Maurice, Adam Houston and Laura Kaufman take a break between classes. (Ashley Bowman)

With so many great dance colleges out there, deciding on a few to visit and audition for can be tough. … Continue reading →

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