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Acclaimed dance company comes to Miller Auditorium

MomixKALAMAZOO, Mich.—Momix, a company of dancer-illusionists, is coming to Western Michigan University's Miller Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19Purchase tickets onlineMomix, known internationally for presenting work of exceptional inventiveness and physical beauty, is under the direction of Moses Pendleton. In addition to stage performances world-wide, Momix has worked in film and television. With performances on PBS’s "Dance in America" series, France’s Antenne…

10 Mental Health Benefits of Exercise

5 Life Lessons Ballroom Dance Sport Teaches You

Dance Sport is as inspirational as it is laborious. Throughout one’s experience of movement

How Ballroom Dancing Makes You a Better Person

Most people will agree ballroom dancing is good for you - improved stamina, greater flexibility, improved brain power, what’s not to like? Yet, even more important then the obvious benefits are the subtle changes it makes to the kind of person you are, as you go through life seeking ever better ways to make it all worthwhile.

7 Things You Should Never Say To Your Dance Teacher

ood communication between dance student and teacher is a necessary part of dance training. There are, however, a few things that as a dance student, you should never say to your dance teacher. From "What time is it?" to "I’m too tired,"

6 Myths About Dance Classes

The only thing that is stopping you from becoming a great dancer, could be a dance myth about dance classes. Read on.

10 Reasons Why All Boys Should Dance

From Dance Informa#10. Strength, coordination, fitness, agility. Dance keeps you in condition and makes you strong and fit for other sports – and life in general.#9. Dance builds strong, healthy muscles and bones. It’s also good for “posture, deportm

The benefits of dance class for your preschooler

Blog Author: Kris Norwood, Performing Arts Coordinator ​ Gurnee Park District dance classes look to teach our favorite tiny dancers basic dance skills while having fun! Learn how our preschool dance classes keep children active, encourage social development, enhance critical thinking skills and improve confidence. Active Learning Physica...

What To Eat/Drink Before and After A Dance Class?

Fuel your body the right way before and after your dance class.

How Dance Helped Me Achieve Success in My Nondance Career Path

Like most kids, by the age of 4 I knew exactly what I wanted to be when I grew up…a dancer. And sure, every kid picks a career to play along with—doctor, veterinarian, princess. But from that young age of 4, I was determined to turn my dream into a reality.

How to Do a Maypole Dance

Traditionally, the Maypole Dance is a dance performed in celebration of May Day, the first day of May. This article is an overview of how to perform this dance. Put the Maypole together. Unless you have access to a Maypole that has...

Should a Child Who Can’t Dance Go to the School Dance?

Read about your child going to school dances and having motor skill issues. Learn what to say to your child with motor skill issues and how he should act at a school dance.

8 Things You Should Be Doing In Every Dance Class

reat dancers know that talent only gets you so far when you’re learning how to …

How Percussive Dancers Can Avoid Injury

Injury prevention is crucial for dancers. But compared to the resources focusing on dance styles like ballet, modern and contemporary, guidance for dancers specializing in percussive forms—for example, tap, flamenco or kathak—is arguably less common. What kinds of injuries tend to affect these dance