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Portrait by Wikkie Hermken Update: Elaine DePrince The mother of Michaela DePrince passes away just 24 hours after her daughter. Full story here. It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Michaela Mabinty DePrince, a trailblazing ballerina whose sudden passing was tragically confirmed on her instagram September 13, 2024. At just 29 years …
9/11: Honoring Through Dance and Art I vividly remember where I was on 9/11. I was sitting in a middle school classroom, watching a large box TV mounted on the wall as all eyes were glued to the screen. The weight of the moment, the magnitude of what was happening, didn’t quite sink in as …
It’s National Arts in Education Week! National Arts in Education Week, celebrated from September 8-14, is a national recognition of the transformative power of the arts in education. It was designated by Congress in 2010 through House Resolution 275 to bring attention to the importance of arts education for students, educators, and communities. This week …
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT), founded in 1976, is the oldest, continuously operating professional dance company in Dallas. The decision, which was first reported by The Dallas Morning News, has sent shockwaves through the dance community, leaving many questioning the future of the organization and the well-being of the artists involved. The Sudden Termination The …
Dance Moms: A New Era – A Dance Teacher’s Perspective As a dance teacher dedicated to presenting dance in a positive light and emphasizing the value of a quality, well-rounded dance education, I have my opinions about the trailers and announcements for the new series, Dance Moms: A New Era. This highly anticipated series promises …
