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LATEST ARTICLES ( 262 )

• Change of Plans

  

  The plan for today was originally to do a post about dance rehearsal styles featuring some photos of my coworkers during class and rehearsals, but there has bee... Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2015 DIARIES

• in This Moment

  

  A moment caught in time from this past week. One worth savoring, remembering, and sharing.I encourage you, dear readers, to do the same and post a link to your... Read more

  Posted on 11 September 2015 DIARIES

• Labor Day Wishes and Audition Tips and Tricks

  

  Wishing everyone a happy Labor Day! It's a beautiful Monday here in Maine and I am soaking up every moment of this glorious day off. Chicken on the barbeque,... Read more

  Posted on 07 September 2015 DIARIES

• the Lowdown {september 2015}

  

  personalA last remaining shred of summer heat remains as the signs of autumn slowly come trickling in. The air is drier, the nights colder, and the days are... Read more

  Posted on 04 September 2015 DIARIES

• Ombre Heaven

  

  Let me introduce you to the Intermezzo Dip-Dye Leotard... Within the beautiful selection of First Position Dancewear lies a leotard that makes fellow barre-mate... Read more

  Posted on 30 August 2015 DIARIES

• Moving Day

  

  With Maine State Ballet's recent announcement of promotions back in the spring, the dressing rooms are now experiencing a tectonic shift both to give the... Read more

  Posted on 25 August 2015 DIARIES

• Taking the Opportunity

  

  As usual, I'm not even sure where to begin. When I left off, we were preparing for Coppelia and I still wasn't convinced I would be able to make it through the... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2015 DIARIES

• {throwback Thursday} Bar Harbor Retreat

  

  Bar Harbor is undoubtedly a tourist town, and for a handful of Maine natives, we like to poke our fun at the tourists from time to time. The bad drivers, noisy... Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2015 DIARIES

• Monday Moods

  

  Week four of Maine State Ballet's summer workshop is underway. A frenzy of early morning classes, rehearsals, ice buckets, and Advil have swept the company off... Read more

  Posted on 27 July 2015 DIARIES

• Saturday Grind

  

  Took my day off yesterday to indulge in a little cross training. A light workout to keep stamina levels up and muscles mobile left me feeling absolutely... Read more

  Posted on 26 July 2015 DIARIES

• Halfway

  Summers always fly by but this one has rapidly gained speed with each passing day. I cannot believe week three of Maine State Ballet's summer workshop has... Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2015 DIARIES

• Artist Profile: Sara Esty - an American in Paris

  

  I am so excited to have had this article featured by Kirsten Evans on her entirely lovely blog, Setting the Barre. It's an absolutely beauteous site, be sure... Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2015 DIARIES

• Summer Things

  

  There's so much to talk about, where do I even begin?Summer intensives have commenced and are well underway. Almost three weeks into the season and I'm finally... Read more

  Posted on 19 July 2015 DIARIES

• Summer Excursions

  

  Hello, all! I'm off to the beautiful town of Bar Harbor for the weekend on a camping excursion with my other half, Travis, and a few of our close friends. Shoul... Read more

  Posted on 25 June 2015 DIARIES

• Why Do We Dance?

  

  A simple question. That's all I want to know. Today I'd like to hear from you, dear readers. I'd love nothing more than for you to indulge me in this... Read more

  Posted on 23 June 2015 DIARIES

• and the Winner Is...

  

  Today is the day and the name has been drawn. Drum roll please! Congratulations to... Shea Smith! You have twenty-four hours to get in touch and redeem your... Read more

  Posted on 21 June 2015 DIARIES

• Last Day

  

  Just a reminder that today is the final day to enter the giveaway for a $92.00 outfit from Rotation Dancewear! The contests closes tomorrow morning and the... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2015 DIARIES

• in This Moment

  

  A moment caught in time from this past week. One worth savoring, remembering, and sharing. in the midst of grueling coppelia rehearsals, it's nice to have a... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2015 DIARIES

• Guess What...

  

  Finally, today is the day! Let the giveaway begin! Rotation Dancewear and a dancer's days have partnered up and are giving you the chance to win a beautiful... Read more

  Posted on 14 June 2015 DIARIES

• the Coundown Continues... Two Days

  

  As I announced before, a dancer's days is doing its first ever giveaway! We have yet to learn what boutique this soon- to-be-revealed ultimate summer outfit wil... Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2015 DIARIES