Since January, we’ve been tracking the possibility that the U.S. government may reduce funding for or completely eliminate the National Endowment for the Arts from the federal budget. Earlier today, President Trump released the proposed budget for the 2018 fiscal year, and needless to say, we’re feeling frustrated. The drafted budget cuts the NEA, along […]
Costume Inspiration: Dance Costume Guide Out Now
It’s time to get inspired and excited for your next recital, so start looking at costume choices! This season there are so many gorgeous styles and looks to choose from, with hundreds of elegant, fun, cute, colorful and character designs. Dance Informa’s popular Dance Costume Guide is out now, featuring the industry’s top dance costume […]
CLI Studios: Inspiration, Collaboration and Education
Note: CLI Studios has recently revised its products and services to provide them all through its Studio Partnership Program, where CLI works directly with dance studios. Stay tuned for a new article on CLI’s programs in 2018! It is rare to find a dance company so willing to be about the artist, and not ulterior motives. CLI Studios […]
This new year, take ‘I’m too busy’ out of your vocabulary
This new year, take “I’m too busy” out of your vocabulary for healthier body and mind, and dive with your whole self into a richer life. “Oh my goodness, how are you?” an old friend squeals when I see her at the store recently. “Busy,” I reply with my default answer. “Oh I knoooowww, we’re […]
Dance Studio Owners: Are you making this mistake?
The BIGGEST mistake Dance Studios are making in their marketing right now… Here’s a BIG question for you this week, lovely Dance Informa readers! When it comes to your studio, are you marketing what you DO or are you marketing what you GIVE? You see, one of the biggest challenges is how to promote your […]
A letter to my students: Create Stories that Matter
Vincas Greene was Chair of the Department of Dance at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia, and worked there for 21 years. Students adored him and affectionately referred to him as “Master Greene”. Upon leaving Brenau and moving to Spokane, Washington, to continue to develop his art form, Greene communicated to his students via a heartfelt […]
Allegro Performing Arts Academy: Secrets to Success
Several elite protégés at PULSE dance convention, numerous awards, and a win for Best Musical Theatre number at this past August’s Industry Dance Awards (for the third year in a row). That smells like success. So how does one studio do it? Allegro Performing Arts Academy, located in Kent, Washington, sure knows how. The Industry […]
Longtime Ballet Teacher Publishes Lesson Workbook
Connie Bellingshausen has taught dance since 1972, giving her over 40 years of experience in creating and executing lesson plans. While she has also taught jazz, tap and even period dancing (including Irish and Scottish dances), her main focus has been ballet. Now, much of her ballet expertise is available to the wider public, as […]
2016 Recital Costume Guide
It’s already time to start getting organized for recital season – can you believe it? Dance Informa’s popular Costume Guide is now released! See the latest costumes from the industry’s top costume design houses. These companies will help you dress your dancers in style, and give you the customer service that you need to run […]
Studio Owners: Keep your finger on the pulse
Introducing Studio Pulse Software Running a dance studio requires one to wear many different hats. An owner must look out for the students, offer great training, gather together a good group of faculty and staff, and organize recitals and performances. But studio owners also have to be business savvy – deal with tuition, registration, scheduling […]