Dance

Giselle of the Golden West?

Has a band of Wilis invaded the western United States? Why is it that five ballet companies in cities west of the Mississippi are mounting productions of "Giselle" in 2011?

Coaching the Black Swan's Rival

Choreographer and dancer Alexandra Blacker talks about coaching actress and dance neophyte Mila Kunis for her role in the critically acclaimed "Black Swan."

Finding the Right Dance Class

Daily dance classes are a fundamental part of the life of any serious dancer and even for working professionals. Here's what to consider when deciding on New York classes.

Dancers Who Fly

Back Stage spoke recently with "Spider-Man" choreographer Daniel Ezralow to ascertain what the movement-heavy musical requires of its dancers and what criteria are used to cast them.

Making the Old

It is typically now, at the beginning of January, when we are marking the start of a new year, that we become fixated on throwing out the old and embracing the new.

Bausch, Ballroom, and Ballet

Before you bid your final farewell to 2010, you may want to check out three highly educational dance items that came out during the latter half of the year: "Understanding Pina," "Ballroom!," and "Mirrors & Scrims,"

Making Dances in Myriad Realms

If you are looking to diversify your choreographic career path, there is perhaps no better model than 38-year-old Long Island, N.Y., native Larry Keigwin.

Collaborating Across Cultures

South African choreographer Theo Ndindwa teams up with New York's Steps Repertory Ensemble.

Circus Dreams

It's such a clichéd fantasy—running away and joining the circus. But if you're a highly expressive dancer with a creative bent and an interest in long-term employment, you may want to seriously consider it.

All the Right Moves

Back Stage recently spoke with three successful dance pros, who explain what it takes—besides dance ability—to make it as a professional in Los Angeles, on the ballet stage, and as a Rockette.