It happens nearly every awards season: Dance animates all the ceremonies, adding much-needed energy and bringing to life moments from the best films of the year. And yet, at nearly all of these events—most notably the Oscars—there is no prize for best choreography, and little acknowledgment of the artists who shape the dance both for […]

It was a starry night in the City of Angels on Monday, as dance-world luminaries gathered at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy for the Dance Magazine Awards. Though the annual ceremony is always a festive affair, this year—its first ever in Los Angeles—it had a special Hollywood sparkle. The evening (sponsored by Backhausdance, Bennington College, […]

This week we’re sharing tributes to all of the 2025 Dance Magazine Award honorees. For tickets to the awards ceremony on December 8, visit store.dancemedia.com. Some of Mandy Moore’s best-known work is her iconic choreography for La La Land, a movie that follows two creatives trying to make their big, technicolor Los Angeles dreams real. Moore’s own journey through […]

A tradition dating back to 1954, the Dance Magazine Awards are given in appreciation of the artistry, integrity, and resilience that dance artists have demonstrated over the course of their careers. The 2025 awards have a special West Coast focus. Each of this year’s honorees has been instrumental in shaping this vibrant but often underrecognized part of the American dance landscape.

Premieres, anniversaries, international tours, movies, and more—buckle up for a jam-packed season.

With more talented dancers competing for fewer jobs, audition season has become a gauntlet of overcrowded open calls and time-consuming self-tapes. Could auditions be more productive and less painful, for performers and hiring teams alike? A group of high-level performers and choreographers weigh in on their biggest audition issues—and offer solutions. The Application Phase Many […]

The always-busy Mandy Moore discusses her work on the Vegas spectacle “Awakening,” and the issues facing choreographers today.

Here are the latest promotions, appointments, and departures, as well as notable awards and accomplishments, from June 2024. Plus, a newly available funding opportunity for dance artists.