Singer-songwriter Brendan Urie had a request: He wanted to begin his band Panic! At The Disco’s “Sad Clown” music video with a pony step. Choreographer Monika Felice Smith was happy to oblige—and to take the absurd, over-the-top vibe Urie was going for to an even more elevated extreme. The resulting video features dancers in big […]

Because being a movement director requires a deep understanding of how the body moves, dancers, choreographers, and teachers are uniquely set up for success in the field. Three experienced movement directors share their insights on how they got started, what’s involved in the role, and the challenges they face.