Tag: dance books

The Dancer's Reading List: 8 Books You'll Love

There’s nothing like spending a Saturday afternoon curled up with a cup of tea and a good book. And at Dance Spirit, we’re here to put a dance twist on any activity. So, naturally, we’ve put together a list of eight books we think dancers will love. Whether giving you a glimpse into the lives […]

Celebrate Black History Month at Home with 7 Dance-centric Books and Films

Still stuck at home and looking for ways to honor a socially-distant Black History Month? This February, consider taking some time to educate yourself, and to celebrate the contributions and experiences of Black dancers with these seven inspiring book and movie recommendations. “Black Ballerina” The 2016 documentary from producer/director Frances McElroy interweaves the stories of […]

Jamal Josef's Children’s Book Encourages Boys of Color to Embrace Dance

Many young men face some sort of pushback when they decide they want to become a dancer. This rings true disproportionately more for Black boys—and was particularly true for dancer, choreographer, and creative director Jamal Josef, who’s worked with artists like Raphael Saadiq and Jordin Sparks, and is one of the masterminds behind Beyonce’s iconic […]

6 Dance Books You Should Add To Your Holiday Wish List

The holidays are just around the corner and that means it’s time to get your wish lists finalized. And while we have no doubt that stylish leos and cozy warm-ups will find their way onto your list, we think you’ll want to consider adding some of these lit dance books to your holiday lineup, too. […]

Win a Copy of Mackenzie Ziegler's New Book

Mackenzie Ziegler’s new book, Mackenzie’s Rules for Life: How to be Happy, Healthy, and Dance to Your Own Beat, gives advice and tips on friends, family, fitness, personal style, and a whole lot more. Enter here to win a free copy and discover life lessons from this talented dancer. Loading…