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There Is No Failure, Only Feedback!

I love this quote from Robert Allen because it really is true that failure is simply someone's interpretation of what you are doing and doesn't necessarily bear any resemblance to the truth. We are all scared of failure but when …

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Your Yearly Business Goal Planner

Yes, we have said good-bye to another year! This is a great time of year to focus on what you would like to have happen in both your business and personal lives for this year and beyond. Steve and I …

AGE-APPROPRIATE PRETEEN MUSICAL THEATRE SONG IDEAS

Last week we looked at how we can make a preteen musical theatre curriculum age appropriate, relevant and relatable. We discussed the many ways in which to provide the dancer (regardless of the level,) the entire experience towards complete comprehension. …

5 STRATEGIES TO STAND OUT IN A COMPETITIVE MARKET

Dance Studios are a dime a dozen. Right? In some places you can see one every couple of miles. I’m sure you’ve thought to yourself in passing, what makes this one better than that one? What makes mine the standout …

MAKING PRETEEN MUSICAL THEATRE RELATABLE AND APPROPIRATE

There are many components to teaching musical theatre effectively; technically, stylistically, historically and conceptually. This is especially true when introducing it to the preteen demographic. This genre is a real love of mine and where my heart is at, so …

THREE STRATEGIES TO OPTIMIZE STUDENT LEARNING

Sometimes if we’ve been teaching long enough it is inevitable that we go on autopilot from time to time. Like our students, we can sometimes coast, phase out, be distracted and ride out the already known. We’re human. But, our …

Beginner Musical Theatre Lesson Plan

Here is a beginner musical theatre warmup. It’s always important to remember to include a solid technical warmup as well as stylistic, cardiovascular and performance elements into your class. This will create a well-rounded foundation and get your students introduced …

The Success Blueprint For The Dance Teacher

One more exciting excerpt from the highly acclaimed book by Steve Sirico, Angela D'Valda Sirico and Robert Landau. Get your copy at www.raisethebarreconsulting.com

PUTTING THE JOY BACK IN DANCE CLASS

Remember when you were little and would twirl and spin just because it was fun? Remember those first pair of ballet slippers and the excitement of being in dance class following your teacher in the front of the room? Remember …

EASY PEASY TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMPETITON CLEANING!

We’re at that time of year when we are setting numbers for competition and need to give thought about the ones that are just about finished. While coming up with clever concepts and original choreography is a given, sometimes once …

TIPS FOR DEALING WITH ABSENCE & INJURY OVERLOAD

Teachers, you may have noticed an over-abundance of ailments, injuries, illnesses, etc. from your students lately. Sometimes I walk into the studio and feel like I’m taking the first five minutes of class to greet my receiving line of students …

DANCE PHOTOS TO INSPIRE AND IGNITE YOUR CREATIVITY

Here are some Great Picture By Jaqi Medlock one of the Hottest New Dance Photographers in the USA. These Photos Are Sure To Inspire!

THE VERSATILITY OF BEING VERSATILE

When we enter a new year, we often reflect on our own past, accomplishments, set-backs, careers, where we were and where we are headed. As we look forward, we can certainly see where dance is headed and has been headed …

Choreographing for Students With Limited Technique

It’s always inspirational as choreographers to walk into rehearsal and feel confident you have dancers who are both technically and artistically mature enough to handle the material you are about to give them. What excites us more is having those …