Author Archives: Kathryn Holmes

Keeping Pace

Posted on Mar 1, 2012 by .
Illustrations by Lealand Eve

Deirdre Lewis loved studying ballet and jazz as a young teen, but unlike many of her peers at Dance Workshop … Continue reading →

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Food Fight

Posted on Dec 9, 2011 by .
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“I get embarrassed when I order a larger meal than my friends when we’re out together,” says 16-year-old dancer Harmony*, … Continue reading →

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Beat Bullying

Posted on Oct 26, 2011 by .
Bullies can destroy your self-esteem and take all the joy from your dance life. (Photo by David Paone)

Imagine that you’re in ballet class, working on your triple pirouettes. As your teacher watches you and gives you pointers, … Continue reading →

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A Star Is Born

Posted on Oct 20, 2011 by .

Most dancers only get one “moment” per season of “So You Think You Can Dance.” But Melanie Moore seemed to … Continue reading →

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Stress Less

Posted on Sep 1, 2011 by .
Photo by iStock; Graphic by Josephine Dano

You’ve got a huge exam and a 20-page research paper due this week, and your ballet teacher has added extra … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, Your Body

I Love My NYC

Posted on Jul 1, 2011 by .

Four dancers share what they love most about the Big Apple, from studios and theaters to restaurants and recreation.   … Continue reading →

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