In Step With DC
In Step With DC
Getting to Know You: Student Helpers (Part 1)
Today we are featuring the first half of our Student Helpers in our latest edition of “Getting to Know You”! The student helpers are part of Dance Connection’s Teacher Training Program and student teach in our classes each week. Dance Connection believes in providing a warm, safe, and professional atmosphere where each student is cared […]
Making Dance Your Career
Our staff is made up of a lot of hard-working, talented people, and though you may know what everyone’s title is, you may not really know what an Artistic Director or Studio Manager, or a Facilities Manager is responsible for when it comes to making sure our studio runs as efficiently as possible. Since this […]
Miss Arial’s Top 10 DC Memories
LOST AT TICKET SALE DAY – Many moons ago before technology has taken over, we would actually wait online for tickets for the recital. Well more like a camp out lol. My family happened to be one of those crazy families who would get online the night before tickets went on sale to get the […]
Stars of Tomorrow Benefit Performance
This past Sunday the Dance Connection Competition Team participated in Stars of Tomorrow 2019, a fundraiser to benefit Dancers Responding to AIDS, part of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. This annual event has previously raised over $30,000 to help support DRA’s mission to “make sure that those in need have access to lifesaving medications, counseling, healthy […]
Getting to Know You: Miss Nikki!
Today we are featuring Miss Nikki in our latest edition of “Getting to Know You”! The “Getting to Know You” series helps us get to know each of the Dance Connection teachers and staff we get to see at the studio every week and learn a little bit more about them. What is your hometown? […]
Why Our Dads Love to Perform
Our Dad’s Company is easily the most anticipated number of the recital (besides your dancer’s of course) and every year we all look forward to seeing what they have in store for us. This crazy-talented and hilarious group of guys never cease to amaze us with their routines. They are taught by our very own […]
The Many Lives of Our Studio Space
Our studio was specifically made to be comfy and inviting. It’s a place that we hope you find relaxing and enjoyable both as parents and students, and we’re really proud of how we get it all dressed up for holidays during the year. Of course, this space wasn’t always our studio, and we’ve found out […]
Getting to Know You: Student Teachers!
Today we are featuring our Student Teachers in our latest edition of “Getting to Know You”! The student teachers are part of Dance Connection’s Teacher Training Program and student teach in our classes each week. Dance Connection believes in providing a warm, safe, and professional atmosphere where each student is cared for within the Dance […]
Miss Molly’s Top 10 DC Memories
Recital Company Audition– As I dance into my 24th year with Dance Connection, I can’t believe how time flies. Recital company rehearsals have just started and every year I still think of my first year of junior company auditions. It was Step In Time from Mary Poppins and I was so nervous! I remember the […]
Getting to Know You: Miss Tiffany!
Today we are featuring Miss Tiffany in our latest edition of “Getting to Know You”! The “Getting to Know You” series helps us get to know each of the Dance Connection teachers and staff we get to see at the studio every week and learn a little bit more about them. What is your hometown? […]
Recital Company Rehearsals Are Underway!
This week our Recital Company dancers met in the studio for their first rehearsal and it was so exciting to see how many fantastic dancers will be taking the stage this year! To celebrate Dance Connection’s 30th Anniversary Miss Mary and our teachers have brought back a crowd favorite opening number…The Lion King! This is […]
Dance Health: Nutrition
Dancers, like all athletes need a well balanced diet to perform at their very best. Cutting out anything completely, unless you have a medical reason to is never a good idea as an athlete. It can also be tempting during these cold winter months to load up on those comfort foods that keep us cozy, […]
Getting to Know You: Miss Ginny!
Today we are featuring Miss Ginny in our latest edition of “Getting to Know You”! The “Getting to Know You” series helps us get to know each of the Dance Connection teachers and staff we get to see at the studio every week and learn a little bit more about them. What is your hometown? […]
Taking Corrections From Your Teachers
Let’s be honest. No one really enjoys being corrected. Having someone, no matter what their level of expertise, point out the things that you aren’t doing right or haven’t yet perfected can be difficult. Throw in a room full of your dance peers and you’ve got all the makings of a less than ideal day […]
DC History Trivia – Answers
What year was Dance Connection Founded? A. 1972B. 1989C. 1999D. 2004 Dance Connection opened September 12, 1989. We’re celebrating our 30th anniversary this year! When Dance Connection began, it was actually two businesses, dance and ________? A. GymnasticsB. ActingC. KarateD. Musical Instruments When Dance Connection opened, it shared its space with a martial arts studio […]
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