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School of Ballet San Antonio aims to teach students the art of ballet and its history
Read full article: School of Ballet San Antonio aims to teach students the art of ballet and its historyThe School of Ballet San Antonio aims to teach children all aspects of the ballet when they attend its programs.
Dance, music series returns to Arneson River Theatre in downtown San Antonio for the summer
Read full article: Dance, music series returns to Arneson River Theatre in downtown San Antonio for the summerThe outdoor music and dance series Fiesta Noche del Rio is returning to downtown San Antonioās Arneson River Theatre this summer.
San Antonio childrenās ballet company invites artists to audition for Sleeping Beauty
Read full article: San Antonio childrenās ballet company invites artists to audition for Sleeping BeautyIf you are part of the world of the performing arts, The Childrenās Ballet of San Antonio is holding open auditions for the stage production of Sleeping Beauty on Saturday, Jan. 28 at the Dance Center of San Antonio.
Dancing in the Dark with The Blind Dance Company
Read full article: Dancing in the Dark with The Blind Dance CompanyFrom ballroom to hip hop, as dancers waltz and twirl across the stage, whatever the style, thereās no denying dance is a visual art. The students at The Blind Dance Company prove thereās more than meets the eye.
Young San Antonio performers invited to audition for The Childrenās Nutcracker 2022
Read full article: Young San Antonio performers invited to audition for The Childrenās Nutcracker 2022Auditions are being held next week for The Childrenās Nutcracker 2022, making sugarplum dreams come true for young performers.
Dance like the Irish this St. Patrickās Day
Read full article: Dance like the Irish this St. Patrickās DaySan Antonio ā The Inishfree School of Irish Dancing is a competitive Irish dance school with locations in San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, New York, Massachusetts and Mexico. The Inishfree Schoolās objective is to pass on the joy and traditions of Irish dance. This experience isnāt just limited to those of Irish descent; people of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to learn and enjoy the traditions of Irish dance. Inishfree San Antonio offers classes for every ability level, starting at four years old. For more information on The Inishfree School of Irish Dancing and their class schedule head over to their website.
5 dance trends that are taking over TikTok in 2021
Read full article: 5 dance trends that are taking over TikTok in 2021Do you know any of the following dance trends? After a long past year and many months in quarantine, itās probably safe to say that learning new dance moves hasnāt been on the top of anyoneās to-do list. Yet, with spring just around the corner and places starting to open back up, itās time to freshen up that āElectric Slideā you always do and consult the place coming up with all the new trends: TikTok. Less than a minute each, these are the new dance trends that are sweeping the platform. With its fun tune and easy pace, dancing to Iko Iko with your best friend, as @myersmyers41 show us, is a crowd favorite on TikTok.
Dancing with your grandparents can improve their mood, prevent dementia
Read full article: Dancing with your grandparents can improve their mood, prevent dementiaWhen that isolation ends, a new study says thereās one thing every grandchild should do to improve their grandparents' emotional and mental health. A study found that dance therapy can improve seniorās fitness and emotional health. Researchers say dancing is a great way to improve muscle strength, balance, endurance, as well as reduce anxiety and depression. Researchers also believe dance therapy for seniors can also help in preventing dementia. Experts say dancing can be a simple and positive way to get back in touch with our loved ones, once itās safe to see them again.
Grupo Folklorico de Bendiciones performs at Market Square
Read full article: Grupo Folklorico de Bendiciones performs at Market SquareSAN ANTONIO ā Did you catch SA Liveās return to Market Square this week? If not, you donāt want to miss this performance by Grupo Folklorico de Bendiciones. The traditional Mexican folklorico dance group stopped by and danced Mike and Fiona into their first week home since March. Check out the groupās Facebook page here.
Whatās Up South Texas!: Couple transforms love with each other, ballet to serving San Antonio
Read full article: Whatās Up South Texas!: Couple transforms love with each other, ballet to serving San AntonioSan Antonio ā A San Antonio couple is sharing their love for ballet with the community after opening their very own ballet studio. We guide them how we would our own kids.āThe passion for ballet started at age 8 for Cruz in his home country of Cuba. It is a beautiful art that goes with or without music.āFor Dec, the passion started when she was three, growing up in Virginia. They used to call her āhummingbird.āāIf you are interested in joining their ballet family at DeCruz Ballet Studio, you can visit their website https://www.lindsiandkarel.com/ or email them at decruzballet@gmail.com. To see performances of Cruz and Dec, click on the links below:RELATED: Whatās Up South Texas!
Local ballet school director, owner says its her mission to make dance as inclusive as possible
Read full article: Local ballet school director, owner says its her mission to make dance as inclusive as possibleSAN ANTONIO Watching over her students as they pli, jump and glide across the studio floor, Danielle Campbell Steans, director and owner of the San Antonio Ballet School, says she couldnt be prouder. Steans was introduced to dance at a young age, learning everything from ballet to tap and jazz. "Making ballet as inclusive as possible has really been my mission," Steans says. Steans claims most ballet schools work from a syllabus, while her school follows a curriculum that sets it apart. Like most small businesses, the San Antonio Ballet School was hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.
Brands pledge to introduce darker shades of clothing after dancers petitioned for more skin-inclusive dancewear
Read full article: Brands pledge to introduce darker shades of clothing after dancers petitioned for more skin-inclusive dancewear(CNN) -- Dancewear companies around the world are pledging to introduce different shades of skin-colored clothing after dancers demanded greater inclusiveness. Australian dancewear company Bloch also promised to include a wider range of darker shades in its upcoming season. While offering darker color shades in shoes, tights and leotards is a first step, there are other issues Bell would like to see the dance world address. Bell said many black dancers are "forced to straighten their hair and go to extreme lengths to assimilate to the standards set by white dance directors." Bell said the fight for representation and equality is not over, and she plans to continue advocating for dancers of color.
Grupo Folklorico de Bendiciones performs
Read full article: Grupo Folklorico de Bendiciones performsSAN ANTONIO ā Watch the video above for a stunning performance by the 2019 fan favorites of the Western Heritage Parade & Cattle Drive! You can follow Grupo Folklorico de Bendiciones on their Facebook page.