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RNZB's Ana Gallardo Lobaina and Harrison James in 'The Firebird.' Photo by Stephen A'Court.

How can I achieve the ideal ballet body?

Achieving the “ideal ballet body” is less about fitting into a specific mold and more about developing strength, flexibility, and control, all...

Bella Crocker, who has completed Load for Balance and Alignment with Heal Yourself and Move. Photo courtesy of Zac Jones.

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Beyond Stretching, Part 6: Rethinking ballet training for modern students and teachers

Ballet is often considered the cornerstone of a dancer’s education, and its intricate techniques provide an essential foundation for many dance forms....

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Pivot Pointe: The coaching you need for a successful career transition

This month, Dance Informa spoke with former ballet dancer Kay Tien, founder of Pivot Pointe, about career transitions and the often-overlooked skills...

Photo courtesy of The Royal Ballet School. Photo by Pierre Tappon Photography.

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Potential, tenacity and composure: Your guide to success when auditioning for The Royal Ballet School in London

Every year, dancers from all over the world dream of successfully auditioning and attending The Royal Ballet School in London, following in...

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Exam prep for success

Exams are nerve-wracking, but so rewarding. That feeling when you walk out of the exam studio, take a deep breath and know...

woman in gray leggings and black sports bra doing yoga on yoga mat

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Mindfulness matters: The art of intentionality in dance training

In a world that incessantly demands more, dancers often find themselves mentally and physically fatigued, leading to a depletion of passion over...

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Keeping the body healthy over the holidays: 10 dos and don’ts

The holidays are upon us, and for many dancers, that means a break in terms of schedule and dancing. That break can...

Heal Yourself and Move student Aviva Brock. Photo courtesy of Zac Jones.

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Beyond Stretching, Part 2: Safely maintaining and enhancing arabesques and extensions during holiday breaks

Welcome to this issue’s Beyond Stretching column with Zac Jones from Heal Yourself and Move! In part two, we will be sharing strategies to...

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Beyond Stretching, Part 1: Sustaining peak performance

Over the next six issues, Dance Informa will be collaborating with Zac Jones, director of Heal Yourself and Move, on a series...

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Step up to full time dance in 2023/24

Making the transition to full time dance training is a big leap. It’s when you put your best foot forward and audition...

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Trish Squire’s Spectrum Talent Agency: Longevity and an open mind

There are times when the clues are hidden in plain sight. As much as we might talk about the arts, we are...

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Will Centurion: Aim to improve by 1% every day

Mental health, performance strategies and self-regulation are key elements for personal and professional success. Will Centurion, Counselling and Life Coaching for Actors,...

Melody Gamba. Photo courtesy of Fusionworks Dance Company.

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How to compliment a dancer: Being ‘nice’ with sensitivity and awareness

“You look great – you must have lost weight!” It’s a fairly common compliment (or at least something meant as a compliment)....

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Audition success secrets

Whether auditioning for a company, a tertiary dance program, a film, commercial, cruise line or live performance gig, there are a few...

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5 tips for taking care of your dancewear

Whether you’re shopping at Studio 7, Só Dança, or enjoying many of the other gorgeous brands at DanceForever.com.au, dancewear can be expensive....

Lou Cope's Doing Dramaturgy online intensive.

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Applications open for Lou Cope’s online course for choreographers and dramaturgs

Lou Cope and CoAD – the Centre of Applied Dramaturgy will be hosting Doing Dramaturgy, a unique online course for choreographers and...

Rick Tjia teaching at Steps on Broadway. Photo courtesy of Steps.

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New Diploma in Choreography program available in AUS and NZ

Canada’s Choreography Online, in collaboration with the United Kingdom’s International Performing Arts and Theatre (I-PATH), opens an online accredited Diploma in Choreography Program for...

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Choreographic tips and inspiration from the experts

Through 27 July, entries for the choreographic portion of MadeBy, a composition and choreography competition developed by OneMusic Australia and the Royal Academy...