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Table of Contents


COVER FEATURE

The Pioneers

ABT aims to transform ballet training across the country with its new National Training Curriculum.

by Fiona Kirk

 

FEATURES

 

Dance Teachers Plus

Three educators prove it's possible to juggle studio life and a second career.

by Karen White

 

2009 Summer Study & Continuing Education Guide

130+ programs for you and your students

compiled by William Staley

 

STYLE

 

Fashion

Singular Sensations

25 costumes ready for the bright lights of Broadway

by Courtney Rae Allen

 

The Goods

A New Year Done Right

Commit to your resolutions with these motivating products.

by Tracy Krisanits

 

TEACHING

 

Music Picks

A Contemporary Vibe

Ashley Canterna shares her music choices for contemporary choreography.

 

Performance Planner

The Best of Both Worlds

Spice up your show by going country and rock 'n' roll.

by Lee Erica Elder

 

Resources

Book Report

Go to the head of the class with these five new titles.

 

How-To

Summer Scholars

Help students ace their summer study auditions.

by Taylor Gordon

 

How-To

Beat the Winter Blues

Help students get motivated again after winter break with these inspiring ideas.

by Jennifer Anderson

 

K-12

A Bronx Tale

Two New York City principals are using dance to improve academic performance in their schools.

by Jacqui Gal

 

Higher Ed

The New Guy

Help male beginners step it up in class.

by Sara Jarrett

 

History

Anna Sokolow

Modern dance choreographer

by Elizabeth McPherson

 

BUSINESS

 

How-To

Letting Go

Tips on when and how to dismiss a staff member

by Debbie Strong