ABT’s Tutu-Truck Parade

BY JESSICA RUHLIN There’s no secret to business success quite like combining what’s hip with what’s classy. Artistic director Kevin McKenzie already knows this, which is why he’s combined the hipness of food trucks with the class of American Ballet Theater. Put it together and you get the Tutu-Truck. Line […]

August 3, 2015  |  Read Article

The Dankest Moves

BY MAGGIE STACK AND EMMALY WIEDERHOLT There are a few dance moves that just stink — literally. And of course, the best are partnering moves; nothing says up close and personal like sticking your hand or face where someone’s been sweating. Here are our top dank moves. 1. Ring the […]

July 2, 2015  |  Read Article

Man Up and Show your National Pride

BY MAGGIE STACK AND EMMALY WIEDERHOLT Did you know June is Immigrant Heritage Month? In honor of the many cultures dancers come from, we’re taking you on a journey around the globe. And guess what? It’s time for some annual DANCE BELT inspiration. We’ve combined the two for a little jingoist […]

May 28, 2015  |  Read Article

The Bunion: Match the Face to the Dance!

BY EMMALY WIEDERHOLT; ILLUSTRATIONS BY MAGGIE STACK Guess what dance styles these dancers are doing based on their faces! Good luck! 1. Options: Ballet? Or butoh? If you guessed ballet, you’re correct! Look at that presentation and uplifted smile!   2. Options: Lyrical? Or gaga? If you guessed gaga, you’re […]

April 23, 2015  |  Read Article

The Bunion: Classic Dancer Hairdos

BY EMMALY WIEDERHOLT; ILLUSTRATIONS BY MAGGIE STACK If you’ve been around the dance world, you may have started to notice the same hairstyles once or twice… or hundreds of times. The next time you scrounge together your paltry savings to get an overpriced haircut, don’t go trying something new. Stick […]

March 23, 2015  |  Read Article