Maybe you're trying to get ready for your first dance on your wedding day. Or maybe you're feeling inspired after watching Dancing with the Stars and seeing the celebrities learn to ballroom dance from scratch. Or perhaps you've always wanted to learn how to ballroom dance, but have never had the time, opportunity, or courage to learn. No matter what has drawn your interests to ballroom dancing, it can be a bit intimidating if you feel like you have two left feet! The tips outlined below will ge

Have you started taking up dancing? While dancing for beginners can be incredibly exciting and rewarding, it can also be challenging. This is where lessons come in handy! In this article, teacher Liz T. shares what to expect and how to set yourself up for success with dance lessons for beginners… So, you've signed up for your first dance class or you’re just about ready to - excellent! Whether you’re pursuing ballet, jazz, tap, modern, ballroom, salsa, or Zumba, here are some things to

Whether you're a veteran dancer or you're just beginning to learn ballroom dancing, every dancer needs a partner. If you haven't already found your perfect partner, keep your eyes peeled for these seven winning characteristics. 1. They've Got Smooth Moves Your perfect partner doesn't have be Fred Astaire or Ginger Rogers, but they should know how to ballroom dance well. Ideally, you and your partner should be dancing at about the same skill level. The best dancers tend to be the most s

Networking is a huge part of becoming an actor--the more people you know, the more opportunities you're likely to find! Here, Brooklyn, NY teacher Liz T. shares her tips for networking success...   Being a professional actor is no easy task, but making sure you are at the right place at the right time in front of the right people will definitely increase your odds of getting noticed in the entertainment industry! Here's my advice on how to become an actor through successful networkin

What do you need to succeed in the arts? Is it possible to make a living with an actor/actress salary? Learn the ins and outs of the on-screen or on-stage life in this guest post by Saint Paul, MN acting teacher Emily B...   While you may not have chosen a traditional career path, pursuing the life of an actor does not mean you must be flung out into the abyss without a safety net, prepared only to fly or fall. There are many ways to build a life worth living as an actor. In my experien

No one becomes a great actor without studying for their masters. While different acting techniques work for different people, there are some commonalities that can be found in the best of the best.  By watching and studying 8 classic films, you can improve your own five most important classical acting techniques.  Whether you're just starting out or you've been performing for years, these movies will help you to develop and hone your craft. So put on your thinking cap and get ready to le

Engaging in the arts can be a fantastic and enriching experience, no matter if you're on stage participating yourself, or watching from the audience. And if you're in the Bay Area, you have an awesome opportunity to teach your kids about arts appreciation by attending plays in San Francisco! From Broadway shows to musicals and improvisational performances, there are tons of awe-inspiring productions you can enjoy with your child. New to the Theater? If your children aren’t the only ones ne

Who is your favorite actor? For the past few years, it’s been Denzel Washington, according to polls. Count me amongst the masses! Denzel Washington is fantastic, and he’s my favorite actor, too. For decades, he’s wowed me with his dramatic prowess. The man even has the acting chops to tackle great theatrical works on Broadway, such as A Raisin in the Sun, and blew the critics away there as well. He’s played a wide variety of roles, portraying men in various time periods and from n

The only thing great performers love more than performing is seeing fellow artists do their thing - and that often goes double for comedians! Whether you’re looking for local improv or some of the biggest national acts, Dallas comedy clubs have a lot to offer. Here are four venues to catch a show and maybe even get your feet wet on stage. Dallas Comedy House Of all the Dallas comedy clubs, the DCH offers one of the best combinations of homegrown comedy that’s still delivered profession

If you're an aspiring Broadway performer, the steps you take during high school play a significant role in your success on the stages of New York shows in the future. Sure, you sometimes hear stories of people who book amazing lead roles in shows after a single audition, but that’s not a realistic view of how it all happens - for most actors, at least. Ask any working Broadway performer – New York is not a city that hands you success simply because you’ve just moved there. Hard work, disc