Growing up, I trained in ballet while dabbling in the competition circuit. This gave me a deep appreciation for stylistic diversity and led to a career with both classical and contemporary ballet troupes. After retiring, I naturally gravitated toward the intersection of these two styles in my work as a choreographer and educator. In these roles, I’ve worked to dispel confusio...

Spring is a season of growth, renewal, and fresh possibilities—and the dance studio is no different. As new energy blooms around us, it’s the perfect time for us to infuse new ideas and inspiration into our teaching.

First up, we’re diving into a lively conversation about “

“Everything we do is plié and tendu.”

Irene Hogarth-Cimino’s poetic philosophy wouldn’t be out of place on a beloved T-shirt, on a notebook cover, or as screen wallpaper—anywhere young dancers might look for inspiration every day. The principal faculty member for youth ballet and ballet trainee programs at New York City’s Joffrey Ballet School believes th...

Artists have long sought refuge and inspiration in nature. But since many dance schools revolve around city centers, it’s rarer for students to have this experience. That’s one reason why some young dancers are drawn to a handful of summer programs with deep connections to the outdoor world.

“There’s something really magical about being immersed within nature,” says...