The Power of Creative Movement: The Link Between Dance and Child Development

5 June 2023
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Dancing is a fun and creative way for kids to express themselves and explore their imagination. Whether they are following the steps of a choreographed routine or simply moving their bodies to the rhythm of music, dance has a powerful effect on children's physical, emotional and cognitive development. Below, explore the power of creative movement and how it can enhance children's imagination through dance. Scroll down to find out more! Read More

Two Common Errors That Beginners Make at Dance Classes

4 April 2022
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Here are the common errors that beginners usually make when they take dance classes. They don't ask for help when they are struggling with a dance move Beginners who take these kinds of classes tend to make the error of not asking for more help when they're struggling to do a dance move that the dance instructor has demonstrated; this is usually because they find the idea of admitting this in front of a class full of other dancers to be intimidating. Read More

Two surprising benefits of sending your child to kids’ ballet classes

4 November 2020
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If there are ballet teachers in your area who run kids' ballet classes, it might be a good idea to let your child go to them. Aside from the obvious ways in which attending ballet classes could help your child (by, for example, providing them with a chance to exercise, socialise and develop dancing skills), there are also a few other surprising benefits that son or daughter could experience if they take these classes. Read More

Living with Dementia: How the Simple Act of Dancing Can Have a Positive Impact

11 February 2019
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Why do people dance? There's almost something primal about it—the very simple pleasure of moving your body to music. It can be a form of social interaction, even flirtation. It can be pure exercise, a true cardiovascular stimulation. Or it can be a solo, simple pleasure (for those who didn't heed the aspirational advice that you should 'dance like nobody's watching', and instead prefer to dance when nobody is actually watching). Read More

Mastering the Performing Arts

About Me

For many years, I didn't think that the performing arts were for me. I had always been very shy so the idea of getting up on stage really filled me with fear. Thankfully, all of that changed when my friend suggested that I visit a local theatre and dance group. I really enjoyed the performance so afterwards, we hung around talking to the cast. I decided I wanted to give acting and singing a go so I signed up to join a class. Since then, I have learnt all kinds of cool things. I hope that what I have published here will inspire you to get involved in the performing arts.