Tag: choreographers

Jose Hollywood Ramos

What Inspires Dance Inspiration Jose “Hollywood” Ramos

Five years ago, Jose “Hollywood” Ramos reminded us to celebrate our individuality. And when we asked what his life motto was, he said “follow your dreams and keep being positive.” Well, we can tell he’s been following his own advice because we’ve watched Hollywood’s career as a choreographer in the dance industry continue to flourish. […]

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Find Out What Inspires Choreographer Tessandra Chavez

It’s safe to say that choreographer Tessandra Chavez is a living dance legend. Not only has she offered her knowledge as a teacher at countless dance studios and conventions around the world, but her work has graced the stages of nearly every dance TV show you can think of, from “So You Think You Can Dance” […]

10 Dancy Music Videos for Last-Minute Halloween Costume Inspo

If Halloween snuck up on you this year, no judgment from us—it’s been a busy autumn. Luckily for you, Dance Spirit is here to provide some last-minute costume ideas that are inspired by music videos with some of the best choreography. “Sorry” by Justin Bieber Bring out the vibrant colors and branded clothing. Then, layer […]

What Inspires Choreographer Gemma Bond

Gemma Bond’s rise as a choreographer has been not meteoric but steady, characterized by constant creativity and commitment to her craft. Her style is informed by her dancing career—she performed in the corps de ballet of two of the world’s most renowned companies, the Royal Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. Because of this, she says, […]

Keone and Mari Madrid on Their Groundbreaking New Projects

Trailblazer (noun): a pioneer in any field of endeavor. It seems like choreographic duo Keone and Mari Madrid are always exploring uncharted territory. The husband-and-wife team have a well-earned reputation as dance pioneers, starting a decade ago (long before dance videos were a thing) with their mind-bending YouTube clips, and now with their impressive multidisciplinary […]

Congrats to the 2018 Capezio A.C.E. Awards Winners!

What’s better than a competition that gives promising choreographers a whole bunch of funding? How about a competition that also puts on a must-see show as part of the process? That’s the genius model of the Capezio A.C.E. Awards. Every year since 2009, the contest has brought upwards of a dozen finalists, selected from a […]

8 Dance Pros on the Biggest Mistakes New Choreographers Make

Whether it’s for a gig at school, a community theater production, or just for fun, the first time you choreograph a dance can be both exhilarating and intimidating. The Young Choreographer’s Festival is a platform that helps choreographers ages 18-25 gain experience by giving them a platform to present their work. The festival gives the […]