Tag: irish step dance

#BlackDanceHistoryIsHappeningNow Morgan Bullock

#BlackDanceHistoryIsHappeningNow: Morgan Bullock

In celebration of Black History Month, Dance Spirit is saluting young Black artists who don’t just represent a bright future for the dance industry—they’re already making history of their own. Second in our series: Morgan Bullock. Be sure to check dancespirit.com throughout February to meet more dancers who embody Black excellence in dance and in life. #BlackDanceHistoryIsHappeningNow Next month, […]

Put an Irish Spring in Your Steps

In 1995, the iconic show Riverdance introduced a global audience to the distinctive form of Irish step dance, with its fast-flying feet, ramrod-straight arms and vertical posture. The production, which celebrated its 20th birthday this year and is still touring, brought the form into the mainstream. Today, Irish step dance classes can be found at […]

Speaking of Dancers on the Runway…

Last week we introduced you to ballet dancer-turned-model Anna Zanovello. Now it’s time to meet Coco Rocha. As in Irish step dancer-turned-high fashion model Coco Rocha! Originally scouted at an Irish step dancing competition, Coco has become one of today’s most-loved Canadian models. Currently, she can be seen tapping her heart out (wearing stilettos no […]