Category Archives: How To
Limón Technique
Mexican-born José Limón moved to NYC in 1928. There, he saw his first dance performance and, soon after, began studying … Continue reading
Master Inversions With These Simple Strategies
An inversion, a moment of suspension during which your base of support is not your feet, can be an uncomfortable … Continue reading
Tune Up Your Tone
Since tappers are simultaneously musicians and dancers, they must pay attention not only to movement, rhythm and dynamics, but also … Continue reading
Arabesque Advice
Despite starting ballet as a toddler, training at the schools of both Boston Ballet and National Ballet of Canada and … Continue reading
Tips from Gillian Murphy and Ethan Stiefel from The Ballet Companion
Pirouette Tips from Gillian Murphy Don’t move your front heel before you turn. Push off with both legs, but keep … Continue reading
The Importance of Epaulement
It describes the elegant sweep of Irina Dvorovenko’s neck, it can mean the subtle difference between automaton and artist—and without … Continue reading


