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A calendar of different dance competitions and conventions organized by the journal in the U.S. is presented.

The article profiles various U.S. dancers including Mayara Pineiro of Pennsylvania Ballet, Mai Aihara of American Ballet Theatre, and Stuart Shugg of Trisha Brown Dance Co. It also presents views of various dancers including Nathalia Arja of Miami City Ballet about surprising part of dancing in U.S. Dancers Pineiro, Aihara and Shugg discussed opportunity to travel abroad to dance at festivals and competitions, dancing more classical ballets and apprenticeship offered by Trisha, respectively.

The article profiles American dancer Brightyn Brems who competed on the 10th season of "America's Got Talent" and "So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation."

The article presents a guide for dance competitions and conventions in 2014 in the U.S. which include Contest of Champions Nationals, trade body Chicago National Association of Dance Masters' convention, and Elite Dance Tournament.

The article lists dance conventions in the United States for the year 2014, including the 24 Seven Dance Convention, Access Broadway Inc., and Dance Educators of America, Inc.

A calendar of events for the U.S. from 2013-2014 is presented which includes Dare to Dance Convention, Dance Xtreme USA competition and American Ballet Competition.

An interview with Gigi Hyatt, newly appointed director of the ballet school in Hamburg, Germany, and Marianne Kruuse, former director of this ballet school, is presented. The main focus of the interview was their creative connection to choreographer John Neumeier, and the difference of music and dance instruction in Germany and the United States. Other topics mentioned in this article include ballet study and training, discipline, and dance competitions.

The article offers information on several dancers who participated in the 2012 U.S. Nationals dance competition. It mentions about the ballet and ballroom skills of 18-year-old Jenna Johnson and praises the solo performance of Ivan Kalinin. It also discusses the flexibility exhibited in the dance of 19-year old Mattie Love.

The article lists dance competition and convention guide for 2012 to 2013 in the U.S. which include the American Ballet Competition, the Cathy Roe's Ultimate Dance Challenge, and the Groove National Dance Competition.

The article presents information on reality dance shows "So You Think You Can Dance" Season 9 Tour, which will be produced and judged by Nigel Lythgoe, on August 17, 2012. It informs on new troupe "A Chance to Dance" which Michael Nunn and William Trevitt, who are former Royal Ballet dancers and founders of London-based BalletBoyz dance company, have decided to form in U.S.

The article features American dancers from the Nationals dance competition in summer 2011. It mentions Kali Grinder from Dance Zone in Henderson, Nevada who is considered as sassy performer. It states that Roger Memmott from the Center Stage Performing Arts Studio in Orem, Utah can dance circles and lyrically around anyone. It adds that Sarah Pippin of CC & Co. Dance Complex in Raleigh, North Carolina received the 2011 Junior Outstanding Dancer and Best Teen Dancer awards.

The article offers information on the 2012 DanceTeacher Convention guide in the U.S. which includes Adrenaline Dance in Collyville, Texas, Groove national dance competition in Freehold, New Jersey, and Jump dance convention in New York City.

The article lists information on dance competitions and conventions to be held in the U.S. in 2011 and 2012 including American Ballet Competition, American Dance and Drill Team, and Cathy Roe's Ultimate Dance.

A directory for dance competitions and conventions in the U.S. in 2009 is presented.

The article focuses on the career development of Cheryl Burke, ballroom dancer and studio owner, in the U.S. Burke was competing internationally at the age of 13, and won several titles, such as the World Cup Latin Professional Rising Star Champion in 2005. Burke makes numerous appearances at Hollywood red carpet events and on talks shows after winning dance competitions. She is determined to expand her studios in Mountain View, California having opened her first dance studio in San Francisco.

The article focuses on the life and achievements of dancers, Ida Saki, Nicole Knudson and Kamille Upshaw, who are the finalists of the 2009 Cover Model Search (CMS) competition in the U.S. It states that Ida, who is funny and hardworking, got turned on to dance in fifth grade when she performed a hip-hop routine at a talent show. It mentions that Knudson currently dances at the Dance Club in Orem, Utah and loves anything artsy, and Upshaw credits her success to the support of her parents.

The article presents quotes from dance competition attendees, including Cris Judd on creating effective characters, Leila Wright on her toy-theme production number, and Lisa White, a competition judge, on her impressions of dance competitions in 2008.

The article presents the celebrity contestants of "DANCING WITH THE STARS," a reality dance show that airs on American Broadcasting Co. in the U.S. Contestants include Susan Lucci, Daytime's ultimate diva with pro partner Tony Dovolani. Kim Kardashian, reality star of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians," with partner Season 6 champion Mark Ballas. Also, Cody Linley, the youngest competitor who plays Miley Cyrus' boyfriend on "Hanah Montana," with pro partner two-time champion Julianne Hough.

The article lists the dance competitions in the U.S. including the Adrenaline Dance, American Dance Competitions and America's Best Championship.

The article discusses the highlights of the 83rd Blackpool Dance Festival held in England from May 22 to 30, 2008. The event is said to be considered by ballroom dancers as the most important series of competitions in the world. The festival was organised by Sandra Wilson on behalf of Leisure Parcs Ltd. The U.S. team dominated the International Invitation Professional Team Match and it was followed by Great Britain.

The article features Britain's professional Latin champions, Paul Richardson and Olga Rodionova. Richardson narrates how he came to represent Britain since 1986 after being based in America and when he first teamed up with Olga in a U.S. competition. Rodionova tells how their team-up started and how much fun they had rehearsing and competing at the 2007 team match at the British Open. The pair, who decided to quit the competitive circuit after winning the National Championships, are considering a career in teaching and demonstrating.

The article presents the upcoming dance competitions in the U.S. for 2008. They include the Access Broadway directed by Ron DeVito, Adrenaline Dance directed by Jeremy Keeton, All American Talent Awards directed by Susan Yushiko and American Dance Alliance South Florida Challenge/The Florida Dance Team Championship directed by Rosanna Karpiak.

The article presents a list of ballet auditions in the U.S. for 2007. It offers information on the requirements needed for the audition and the fee for applying. It also provides information on the companies looking for ballet dancers such as their address, web site, number of dancers needed and what it can offer to the selected applicants.

The article presents information on dancers who won Dance Spirit Future Star Awards at participating in Nationals in 2006 across the U.S. Matthew Giles Alfonso participated in Michelle Ferraro's Dance USA Starpower National Talent Competition in Ocean City, Maryland. Madelyn Cantarow from Norwood, Massachusetts participated in Dance Ovations in Hyannis, Massachusetts. Brennan Cook from Kim Massay Dance Productions participated in Starpower National Talent Competition in San Antonio, Texas.

The article presents a calendar of events related to dance in the U.S. in February 2007. Cathy Roes' Ultimate Dance Competitions will be held at St. Louis, Missouri on February 9-11 and at Glassboro, New Jersey on February 23-25. Dancer Competitions will be held at St. Louis, Missouri in February 3, on Kansas City in February 17, and at Salt Lake City in February 24. Olympic Miss Dance will be held at Tucson, Arizona on February 11 and at Phoenix, Arizona in February 18.

The article explores the views of dance coaches, teachers, judges and artistic directors on the impact of competitions on the artistry of dancers. Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet director Marcia Dale Weary feels many dancers who focus on learning variations for competitions are sacrificing artistry for technical prowess. On the other hand, Stanislav Issaev, chair of the dance department at South Carolina Governor's School of the Arts and a competition coach, believes competitions help popularize ballet.

The article presents a list of cheerleading competitions for the 2006-2007 season in the U.S., including the All Star Challenge, The American Cheer and Dance Championships, and the American Spirit Championships.

The article presents a calendar of upcoming competitions and conventions to be held in the U.S. during July-August 2006. The American Dance Awards will be held at New York during July 6-12. The Applause Talent Presentations will be held from July 5-9 at Gatlinburg and from July 12-16 at Jacksonville. The Foot Loose International Dance Championships will be held during July 11-16 in Orlando, Florida.

The article presents a calendar of entertainment events in the U.S. on July 2006. The National Championships of the American Dance Awards will be held on July 6 to 12 in New York City. The National Finals of the Cathy Roe's Ultimate Dance Competition and Convention will take place on July 13 to 16 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The article presents a Camp Guide, that gives information regarding dance camps and programs related to dance, to be held in the U.S. American Dance Training Camp will be held in Squaw Valley, California, on July 23-29, July 30-August 15 and August 6-12. American Spirit Championships Summer Camps will be held at Oklahoma, Kentucky, Missouri, and Texas. Crowd Pleasers Dance Camps, Inc. will be held on June 7-10 at Houston. Dance Magic Dance/Drill Team Camps will be held in Dallas and Atlanta. Dates will be announced.

The article presents a calendar of dance events in the United States in April 2006. American Dance Awards will be held on April 1-2 in Dallas, Texas. Celebrity Dance Competitions in Des Moines, Iowa will be held on April 8 and 9. Creation Dance Championships will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 30.

The article presents the results of dance competitions held in United States in 2005. The Cathy Roe's Ultimate Dance Competition and Convention 2004 National Finals held in Las Vegas, Nevada. In the final competition, Motion Express' performance Amanda Schwarztrauber Fragments of a Dream won the Solo category. In Duet or Trio category, Keith Williams Performing Arts Academy's performance She's My Daughter grabbed the award. Motion Express' performance Quartet won in the group category.

This article presents information about several dance competitions and conventions that are likely to be held in the year 2006. It is informed that the American Dance Championship will be held in several states of the United States. The Championship categories include: hip hop, jazz, lyrical, and pom. Also, the American Dance Alliance South Florida Challenge will be held in Melbourne, Florida. The competition categories include: hip hop, jazz, kick, lyrical, modern, etc.

Presents information on various dance competitions in the U.S.

Presents a calendar of events for the various dance competitions and conventions for the month of April in 2005 in the U.S.. Access Broadway Competition; American Championships Competition; American Dance Awards Competition and Convention; Cathy Roe's Ultimate Dance Competition and Convention; Dance Educator's of America Competition; Dance Power Competition; Dances Inc. Competition and Convention.

Focuses on the preperformance rituals, cheers and chants of dance teachers at the 2004 Nationals in Las Vegas, Nevada. Assistance of Crystal Ferrell of Academy of Ballet & Dance Arts to the stretching exercises of dancers; Presence of Juliana Pirpinelli, director if Juliana's Academy of Dance in the performance of the trademark cheer of students; Session of Michelle McKinney, director of Dance Vision with her dancers.

Presents a calendar of events of interest to dance teachers in the United States for July 2004. Grand National Finals of Access Broadway from July 7-11; Competition Finals of the American Dance Awards from July 1-7; National Finals of the Broadway Dance Center's Teacher Workshop; Dupree Dance Expo on July 13-17; Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival from July 19 to August 29.

Presents a schedule of dance activities in various locations in the U.S. as of June 2004.

Features the dance performances of award-winning dancing couple Gary and Diana McDonald in the U.S. Teaching profession of the couple for young dancers; Level of professional competition; Private lessons with other aspiring dancers.

Describes the experience of Alexandra Lawler and Christopher Rickert in participating at the 7th New York International Ballet Competition in June 2003. Features of the rehearsals of Lawler and Rickert; Performance of Lawler and Rickert at the competition; Lessons learned in the competition.

Features winners of dance competitions in the U.S. and their views on competing. Positive aspect of competing for Joseph Phillips of North Carolina School of the Arts; Favorite dancers of Sarah Lamb, soloist of the Boston Ballet; Awards received by Danny Tidwell of the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company.

This article presents information on various dancing events to be held in the U.S. as of April 1, 2002. National Dance Week 2002 is April 26 to May 5. It is celebrated across the country with open classes, special presentations and performances of various dance disciplines. The goal of National Dance Week is to educate and bring dance to the public. This season marks the third year that Dance Spirit's Future Star Award will be given at Nationals across the country. In Walnut Creek, California, on March 28 and 29, Diablo Ballet members will show 1,600 elementary and junior high students that it can be.