January 18th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
The proclaimed mother of modern dance, Isadora Duncan, defined herself as a revolutionary as her influence in the dance community held a global impact. Her style of dance broke the barriers of ballet. She created and championed free-spirited movements that physically embodied beauty, philosophy, and humanity. With the ideals of self-expression that soared beyond social […]
January 18th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Dancer, Choreographer, Actor, and Activist are just a few titles this week’s #DancerDose holds. So You Think You Can Dance Season Two Champion, Benji Schwimmer, has been showcasing his talents in the spotlight since 2006! The 9-Time Open Showcase Swing Champion made a name for himself while also drawing attention to serious issues in the dance […]
January 18th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Dance requires an extreme amount of strength, endurance, flexibility, and conditioning. With all of these aspects comes a high risk of injury. Here are some common dance injuries and tips to prevent them to ensure safety and satisfaction! Injuries Studies have shown that overuse injuries are most common in dancers, due to putting too […]
January 18th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Let’s rewind back to San Jose, CA, StarQuest 2008 competition. Taking the stage and placing in the Top 10 for Top Junior Soloist was young Ashley Chiu, dancing Kitri’s Variation From Don Quixote. Little did the judges, her fellow competitors, or Ashley herself knew, that eventually Ashley would be on a Broadway National Tour. […]
January 11th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Nina Dobrev has been making titles for herself since she starred in the Canadian-drama Degrassi. Her prominence on the teen television series along with the big screen has led her to super-star status. Before she turned heads on television, Dobrev turned heads as a dancer! Making the transition from dancing to acting at a young […]
January 11th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Famously known for her starring role in Step Up, Jenna Dewan has been moving her way up the Hollywood path one dance at a time. Dewan went from a small-town dancer with a dream to a full-fledged superstar. Growing Up Born on December 3, 1980, Dewan grew up in Hartford, Connecticut with her mother […]
January 11th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
During competition season, tensions begin to run high and conflict may seem unavoidable. When being judged against other teams or dancers, it is important to not allow your emotions to get the best of you! The best way to avoid conflict is to prepare and prevent prior to an argument. Here are some tips all […]
January 4th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Labeled as one of “The 25 Most Influential Teens of 2014,” this week’s #WomanOfInterest has been on television for most of her life. 19-year-old Kiernan Shipka stars on smash hits like Mad Men and Netflix’s The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. Before claiming her fame as a young television star, Shipka was a classically trained ballroom dancer […]
January 4th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
These two are the most virtuosic dance display of all time! Known as the stars of the jazz circuit during the Harlem Renaissance, Fayard & Harold Nicholas (The Nicholas Brothers) were a team of dancing siblings who performed in the acrobatic style of “flash dancing”. The brothers are considered to be the greatest tap dancers […]
January 4th, 2019 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Whether you’re at a party getting ready to bust a move or hitting the stage for a classic performance, there are some iconic moves that everyone must attempt once! These legendary moves have made a global and generational impact, leaving everyone wanting more and continuing to dance! Here’s a look at 8 iconic dance moves […]
We love watching our Seniors shine on-stage. Their dedication and love of dance cannot be denied. That is why our #SQOnstage theme this week is all about our Seniors! This is “Ideal American Family” from On Edge Movement. #SQSpectacularSeniorsWeek
We hope you're resting on this Holiday as we get closer to the 2019 Competition Season! Happy Martin Luther King Day!
OMG how awesome!
Hey! Look who is is! Luciana McDavid-Polanco 😍
This dad is making sure this baby grows up with dance in his body!
The Dad Break
When it's just the dudes at home.
