Articles by Kristin Schwab
Kristin Schwab grew up in the Twin Cities as a competition kid turned bunhead. She graduated cum laude from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Dance and Journalism. Kristin has taught ballet at the Joffrey NY summer program, danced with Minnesota Dance Theatre and currently dances for modern dance company Summation Dance. Kristin edits Technique, Health, Music, Theory and Practice, Higher Ed and Face to Face. Contact her at: kschwab@dancemedia.com
The Great Debate
When a parent says “no” to dance in college
When Robert Battle was a high school student at New World School of the Arts in Miami, his mother was concerned about the lack of stability a … Continue reading
Mike Minery
Music for rhythm tap
When Mike Minery’s students enter Wednesday tap class at For Dancers Only in Little Falls, New Jersey, they already know what technique drills are coming. “Soon after I first started teaching, I … Continue reading
Codifying Wayne McGregor
Each year, Youth America Grand Prix closes its New York City finals with a “Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow” gala. This year’s highlight, aside from seeing the finalists take the huge David … Continue reading
Arturo Fernandez
Music for ballet class
At first glance, Arturo Fernandez’s ballet class seems like any other. But by the end of barre, the dancers have explored their complete range of motion, transitioning between parallel and turnout. In … Continue reading
Gaga and Forsythe at Harvard
It’s not often that practicing choreographers get a chance to workshop with of-the-moment pros. Harvard University dance students are currently creating their own works under the guidance of contemporary ballet choreographer Pontus Lidberg and Gallim … Continue reading
Turnout 101
Help students find, maximize and maintain their rotation.
Whether a dancer has too much or too little, turnout can be one of the most frustrating aspects of technique. Students often feel they must achieve 180-degree rotation … Continue reading
