Ways to Cope with Burnout Burnout – a very real mental issue for dancers that can get even the best of us. It’s the dread of going to the studio, not feeling motivated in class, wishing you were anywhere else
Coping with Burnout in Dance
Dealing with Casting in Dance
Dealing with Casting in Dance At just about every level, dancers experience the doubt and insecurity that comes with casting decisions by artistic staff. Dealing with casting in dance can be difficult. I remember all the way back to my
The great cake debate
Can Dancers Have Their Cake and Eat It? Dancers and sugar: some key considerations. Every time I present something on food or eating plans, there are questions around sweets and foods you might currently categorize as treats. You might enjoy
Set goals to go further.
It is so important for everyone but imho, especially important for dancers to set and work towards goals. Why is this so important for dancers? Each day we go to the studio and stare at our reflection. Yes, the mirror
9 Tips to Avoid Nutcracker Burnout
9 Tips to Avoid Nutcracker Burnout Nutcracker, the ballet that brings joy to thousands each holiday season and every other emotion to dancers. Whether you do 45 shows of Nutcracker or two shows, November and December can be stressful months
Amaranth Porridge from YouTube Dancer Kirsten Kemp
Breakfast with Kirsten Kemp Kirsten Kemp, YouTube ballerina behind Twin Talks Ballet shares a unique cold – weather breakfast. At Kirsten’s YouTube channel you’ll hear more of her thoughts on healthy eating and the importance of nutrient dense food for
Ballet to Broadway with Brittany Shinay
My name is Brittany Shinay and I am a classically trained dancer pursuing a musical theater career in New York City. I am very happy and honored to have this opportunity to share a bit of my background as a
Intern Jessie Shares her Eating Disorder Story
You don’t wake up one morning and decide, I’m going to torture my body and mind by starting an eating disorder today. It’s something that develops over time. I can trace my eating disorder back to when I was 15.
The Freelance Dancer – Sarah Farnsley
Sarah Farnsley is a fellow Butler University grad who has had a successful freelance dance career for many years. Here she shares her passion, motivation and what being a “Whole Dancer” means to her. As a 3 year old my
Please welcome the newest intern at The Whole Dancer
Hi, my name is Jessie Frazier! I’m a freelance dancer and teacher in the Philadelphia area. I’ve danced with companies such as BalletFleming, Ballet 180, Dance Del Bello, as well as independent projects in Philly and Kansas City. After graduating