Author Archives: Jen Jones Donatelli

About Jen Jones Donatelli

Jen Jones Donatelli is a freelance writer based in L.A. She is a regular contributor to Dance Spirit, Dance Magazine and Dance Teacher.

Nakul Dev Mahajan: The Mastermind Behind Bollywood

Posted on Jan 13, 2010 by .
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The red-hot Bollywood routines choreographed by Nakul Dev Mahajan for the past three seasons of “So You Think You Can … Continue reading →

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Super Freaks

Posted on Jan 1, 2010 by .

Now that reality show celebrities are practically a dime a dozen, their stars tend to dim once the proverbial 15 … Continue reading →

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Strike a Pose: Meet Model and Dancer, Lisa Byrnes

Posted on Dec 11, 2009 by .
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Ever sat by the phone waiting for word on that big audition? Well, what if you couldn’t get the phone … Continue reading →

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Role Reversal

Posted on Nov 1, 2009 by .

The golden rule of any audition is to impress the choreographer. But did you know there is another set of … Continue reading →

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Cha Cha Chelsie Hightower

Posted on Jan 1, 2009 by .

For a national ballroom champion and seasoned competitor, trying out for “So You Think You Can Dance” could have been … Continue reading →

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Chantal Robson

Posted on Oct 27, 2008 by .

On MTV’s new dating show “My Own,” enthusiastic wannabes are transformed into carbon copies of the pop stars they idolize, … Continue reading →

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