Tag: dance competition

Dancer Maci Arms holding a dance pose in the middle of an NYC street.

How to Translate Competition Experience in Professional Auditions

For recent alums of the competition scene, professional dance auditions can seem intimidating: Instead of a trophy, you’re vying for a potentially career-defining opportunity. But the process might also feel familiar. In many ways, life on the circuit has been preparing comp kids for professional auditions all along. Here’s how to best leverage your competition […]

World of Dance Joshua Lamb

What Do You Do After “World of Dance”? Ask Joshua Lamb.

Twenty-one-year-old Canadian dancer Joshua Lamb made waves with his partner Denise Goping on Season 3 of “World of Dance” in February 2019, captivating the judges with his authentic artistry and vulnerable storytelling. But after being eliminated in the third round of competition the following month, it was time for Lamb to face the real music. […]

6 Things Dancers Can't Believe They Miss(ed) About Dance Conventions

After a long pandemic hiatus, some dance competitions and conventions are open once again—albeit with stringent COVID protocols in place. And even as many dancers have returned to the convention floor, countless others are continuing to #SocialDisDance from home. But whether you’re dancing on Zoom or on stage, the time away from dance conventions has […]

8 Songs to Retire from Your Dance Competition Playlist

Many dancers are starting to return to competition stages following a pandemic-related hiatus. And we’re hoping that maybe this break from the usual competition routine can offer a fresh start when it comes to music, as well. Here are a few songs that you *might consider* retiring from your comp selections—post-pandemic and possibly permanently. 1. […]

5 Dancers Share What It's Really Like to Return to Competitions Right Now

For the first time since the coronavirus hit the U.S., competitions and conventions are meeting in-person once again (brimming with safety precautions, of course), and dancers couldn’t be more thrilled. We asked five standout comp kids about their recent experiences attending competitions around the country—and how they’re taking advantage of these long-lost opportunities. Hailey Bills […]

The Dancer's Guide to Competing on a Budget

It’s no secret that competition dance is expensive. Like, really expensive. Add in a global pandemic that has left millions of Americans unemployed and it can seem downright outrageous. Still, dancers need to dance! Dreams need to be chased, technique needs to be honed, and vital career relationships need to be established. So, how can […]

Win a Pair of Sneakers from United Nude

ICYMI, Dance Spirit cover stars Taja Riley and Lucy Vallely recently collaborated on the coolest, danciest campaign with United Nude to promote a whole new line of shoes. And now, DS is offering you the chance to win a pair of United Nude shoes, courtesy Taja and Lucy. All you have to do to enter? […]