Category Archives: You Should Know

Luke Spring

Posted on Oct 8, 2012 by .
LukeSpring_2

The first thing you’ll notice when you see 9-year-old Luke Spring is that the pint-sized tap dancer loves to smile. … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Jayci Kalb

Posted on Aug 10, 2012 by .
Jayci performing her solo at The 2011 Dance Awards in NYC. (courtesy The Dance Awards)

At just 14 years old, Jayci Kalb is already living the competition dancer’s dream: She’s performed solos choreographed by convention … Continue reading →

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Kyle Hanagami

Posted on Jun 29, 2012 by .
Photos by Michael Chevas for the book Your Shadow/Courtesy Jacob Jonas

When Kyle Hanagami dances, it’s as if the music were specifically designed for him. Every sound is accentuated with a … Continue reading →

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Who’s Who on the Comp Scene

Posted on Apr 18, 2012 by .
Emma Bradley (PROPIX)

KALI GRINDER Age: 18 Studio: The Dance Zone in Henderson, NV In a sea of contemporary soloists, playful musicality and … Continue reading →

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Michaela DePrince

Posted on Apr 4, 2012 by .
American Ballet Theatre

Ballerinas aren’t often described as powerful. Strong? Maybe. Dynamic? Sure. But when you watch 17-year-old Michaela DePrince, a student at … Continue reading →

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