Articles by Andrea Marks
Andrea Marks graduated from Skidmore College with a BA in English and a minor in Dance. She grew up in suburban Connecticut, where she trained at the School of the Hartford Ballet and The Hartt School. Lately, though, she can’t enough Zumba and yoga! Andrea edits DT’s Fashion feature, Teachers' Tools and Chat Room. Contact her at amarks@dancemedia.com
Celebrate Memorial Day Through Dance
If you’re in NYC for Memorial Day weekend, pay a visit to the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum on the Hudson River. On Saturday and Sunday, the dance company Exit12—directed Iraq War veteran Roman … Continue reading
Web Series “Dance212″ Returns
Want to see what it’s like to climb the ranks of major NYC dance companies? “Dance212″ is bringing viewers the inside scoop with an encore presentation of its Second Companies season. Follow five young dancers … Continue reading
Stimulate your Summer Learning with NDEO
Summer can be a slow season for studio owners, and it’s the perfect time for you and your staff to continue your own education. The National Dance Education Organization is piloting two new low-commitment Mini … Continue reading
Live from Russia: Ballet in 3D
Leave it to Avatar and Titanic director James Cameron to take ballet on the big screen to the next level. On June 6, audiences from the US to Australia can watch Swan Lake live in … Continue reading
Enter the Capezio ACE Awards by due June 1!
In 2012, Bree Hafen won second runner up at the Capezio ACE Awards for her piece, “Terminal Soul.” She received $3,000 to use toward her next performance. Now, choreographers, it’s your turn! Enter the 2013 … Continue reading
Happy 100th Birthday to tap legend Buster Brown!
Today marks the centennial of the birth of Dr. James “Buster” Brown, one of tap’s most celebrated performers and teachers. A long-time member of the Copasetics, Brown influenced many of today’s dancers through his teaching … Continue reading
