Posts in Ballet
How to keep your Ballet shoes clean!
One of the most important factors of a dancers body is your feet. Keeping your feet healthy and your Ballet shoes clean is all part of looking after them. The Dancemania team have put together a few tips and tricks for keeping your Ballet shoes clean... [+]
How to keep the spark when teaching...
When you are teaching any subject, over time things can get a bit stale and keeping that fresh, exciting approach becomes harder to maintain. The lovely people here at Dancemania want you to stay happy when you are teaching, so we have put together a... [+]
10 ways to make sure you get the...
If you are attending dance classes lets face it, you want to get the best out of every class! If you are getting the best experience you can from your dance lessons, you will improve quicker and will enjoy it more. Below are 10 steps... [+]
How to deal with nerves before a...
Leading up to a performance is a stressful time and most people will get a bit nervous, it is normal and almost healthy to have a bit of adrenaline running through your veins. But for some people their nerves get the better of them to... [+]
So you think you can dance 2011
So you think you can Dance is back on our UK screens and as we love everything to do with dance, we here at Dancemania will be watching it religiously from week to week. It is so refreshing to see so many talented dancers from... [+]
How to make your clothes stay put...
Have you ever wanted a product that can keep your dress in place, keep those socks up without falling down or even something to apply body jewels with?! Well here is an item which will make anyone jump for joy……Staysput is an invisible hypoallergenic water washable body... [+]
Move it 2011
Dancemania has attended every ‘Move it’ dance convention there has ever been and this year was no exception! As the format of the convention has evolved over the past years to be more academic and less a shopping experience this year we did not have... [+]
Ballet inspired fashion
Ballet and fashion have always made a great couple, both forms of art, both built on drama and beauty, with jaw dropping pieces of clothing at their centre. For over a hundred years they have enjoyed a fruitful relationship, from Coco Chanel’s costumes for the... [+]
Should you darn Pointe shoes or glue...
Whilst having a Darned Good Time I made the most amazing discovery! It is something that has saved me so much time, effort and a lot of tears! And I know it will be a help for all us busy ballet dance Mums, Dads, Grandparents... [+]
What Hairstyles are there for Dance?
When dancing the way you feel and look are two of the most important factors and your hair plays a very big part in the overall presentation. For most dancers they like to keep their hair back off their faces in smooth, slick styles, but... [+]
