December 27th, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Multifaceted artist, Mark Ballas, takes the spotlight for this week’s #DancerDose! Most famously recognized for his work on Dancing with the Stars, Ballas has stopped at nothing to showcase his skillset to the world. Earning himself a slew of accolades, Ballas is a force to be reckoned with. Early Life Ballas grew up in […]
December 20th, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Christmas is just around the corner. When it’s time for the Holidays, one of the first things that pops up in a dancer’s mind is The Nutcracker! It’s magical, beautiful, and full of cheer. To celebrate the Holidays, here are five of the most famous Nutcracker performances! The Very First Nutcracker The very first Nutcracker premiered […]
December 13th, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
This week’s #WomanOfInterest won the title of “Teen Phenom” and “Pop Music’s New Hope”. At only 16 years old, Billie Eilish has over 132 million streams on Spotify. However, Eilish almost missed her shot at the spotlight. If not for the encouragement from her dance instructor, Eilish would have never pursued a career in singing […]
December 6th, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
This week’s #DancerDose spotlight is shining bright on backup dancer & ultimate choreographer, Misha Gabriel. If his name doesn’t ring a bell, his moves surely will. He’s choreographed numbers for superstars like Janet Jackson, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake and Jon Bellion. Gabriel is one of the most sought-after teachers and choreographers in the dance world today. […]
November 29th, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Many parts of life are competitive in nature. The word “competition” can have some negative connotations, but believe it or not, competition has many benefits. As long as you bring a healthy attitude to the game, it can help you grow and be your absolute best. This also applies to the world of competitive dance. […]
November 22nd, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
This former child star has skyrocketed into fame with her knack for singing, dancing, and acting. Disney star Zendaya has transitioned from backup dancer, to singing sensation, to a big screen leading lady, accomplishing all this by the age of 22! This week’s #WomanOfInterest has dedicated herself to pursuing her passions while letting her true […]
November 15th, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
You may recognize him as the Season 9 winner of So You Think You Can Dance. But Chehon Wespi-Tschopp has come a long way since his big win on the FOX Stage 6 years ago. One of the first competitive ballet dancers on the show, Chehon’s Broadway and ballet roots led him to his champion […]
November 8th, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Want advice on how you can further your dance skills and career? Check out these wise words from some of the very best professional dancers in the field. Balance Your Time According to Stella Abrera, principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre, having a successful career as a dancer means making sure to maintain […]
November 1st, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Raven Wilkinson is the dancer credited to having been the first African American woman to dance for a major classical ballet company. Breaking color barriers and creating a solid foundation for a marginalized group to find success, Wilkinson’s talent was a big transition point for the world of arts as a whole. Early Life […]
October 25th, 2020 by Elizabeth Radabaugh
Known for her transformative styles of dance, our #DancerDose has earned her “Olympian” status for being able to transition from hard and athletic choreography to a heartfelt lyrical style in a matter of minutes. With 400K Instagram followers, a large fan-base on YouTube as well as a variety of television, commercial, and film appearances, 20 […]
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As we keep celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, today’s #FridayFeature recognize an Asian American dancer and choreographer who is bringing a modern twist to her Indian heritage! Meet Brinda Guha. Brinda is a New York based artist and innovator! She learned Indian Classical dance from a young age, and has a strong connection with Flamenco dance. She studied Classical Indian dance most of her life, and has continued to grow her dance training with multiple contemporary fusion styles.
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In 2005, while at college at NYU, Brinda developed a project called “RISE” based on the works of Maya Angelou. This project went on to be presented in 5 Indian cities, as well as London, England. From here, she started teaching and choreographing at Kalamandir of NJ Dance School, and started the Kalamandir Dance Company.
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Not only is Brinda developing a potential new genre (Contemporary Indian Dance which is currently under review), but she is also a philanthropist and activist. In 2017, Brinda started Wise Fruit NYC, an artistic showcase dedicated to the feminine divine. These events bring together dancers, choreographers, singers, and other interdisciplinary artists in NYC to yield action. "Between live installments, Wise Fruit NYC functions as a community space and online campaign that services the field with beginner tools and resources in social justice and anti-racism initiatives. “
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Not only is she making an impact on the dance community now, she is showing that we are not finished growing. That you can learn and adapt diffrent styles and traditions to create beautiful art that crosses genres and cultures. Learning from each other can go beyond technique and styles. Brinda is a great reminder to all that dance is also, at its core, about people.
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Sources:
www.brindaguha.com/about
www.broadwaydancecenter.com/faculty/brinda-guha
www.houseofduende.com/brinda-guha
Multifaceted artist, Mark Ballas, takes the spotlight for this week’s #DancerDose! Most famously recognized for his work on Dancing with the Stars, Ballas has stopped at nothing to showcase his skillset to the world. Earning himself a slew of accolades, Ballas is a force to be reckoned with. Early Life Ballas grew up in […]
Christmas is just around the corner. When it’s time for the Holidays, one of the first things that pops up in a dancer’s mind is The Nutcracker! It’s magical, beautiful, and full of cheer. To celebrate the Holidays, here are five of the most famous Nutcracker performances! The Very First Nutcracker The very first Nutcracker premiered […]
This week’s #WomanOfInterest won the title of “Teen Phenom” and “Pop Music’s New Hope”. At only 16 years old, Billie Eilish has over 132 million streams on Spotify. However, Eilish almost missed her shot at the spotlight. If not for the encouragement from her dance instructor, Eilish would have never pursued a career in singing […]
This week’s #DancerDose spotlight is shining bright on backup dancer & ultimate choreographer, Misha Gabriel. If his name doesn’t ring a bell, his moves surely will. He’s choreographed numbers for superstars like Janet Jackson, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake and Jon Bellion. Gabriel is one of the most sought-after teachers and choreographers in the dance world today. […]
