Learn how to set back to dance goals with reflection, planning & focus. Advice from a dancer & educator + a printable planner for success.
What the Kennedy Center Dance Shake-Up Means for the Future of the Arts
The Kennedy Center is facing mounting turbulence. The recent departures of its Director of Dance, Jane Raleigh, and two full-time dance programming staffers mark a critical shift, but dance as an art form isn’t being wiped out. Under newly installed leadership, programming maybe shifting toward a more commercial, So You Think You Can Dance‑style direction. …
Back to Dance Schedule: Embracing the Rhythm of a New Season
There’s something about the back to dance schedule season that always feels like a fresh start. Much like the first day of school, the beginning of a new dance year carries excitement, nervous energy, and endless possibilities. The costumes, competitions, and recitals are still months away, but the foundation is set in these first weeks …
Jacob’s Pillow Cancels 2025 Season Following Fatal Workplace Accident
Becket, Mass. — Jacob’s Pillow, one of the most iconic and historically significant dance centers in the United States, has announced the cancellation of the remainder of its 2025 season following a fatal workplace accident. The decision halts performances at the famed festival’s indoor and outdoor stages, a blow to the international dance community and …
Classroom Set Up for Dance Educators in the Public School System (Elementary School)
When I first stepped into the world of teaching in the school system as a dance educator, I never imagined how much my teaching space or lack of it would impact how I taught, connected with my students, or maintained classroom culture. Over the years, I’ve taught dance from a cart, in multipurpose rooms, and …
