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BDC gears up for annual Musical Theater Weekend Intensive

June 11, 2019June 11, 2019Events, In the StudioLeave a Comment

Broadway Dance Center is thrilled to once again host its annual Musical Theater Weekend Intensive on June 15 and 16. This incredible two-day workshop features closed classes, professional seminars, mock auditions and exclusive panels for the aspiring Broadway performer.

Students (advanced dancers ages 14-29) will learn choreography from some of Broadway’s current musical hits, the art of crafting a resume, singing and acting techniques to ace any casting, how to land an agent, and what it takes to stand out at auditions. The weekend will culminate with a mock audition where students will get individualized feedback from industry professionals.

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BDC celebrates 35 years, ’80s style

April 27, 2019April 27, 2019Events, In the StudioLeave a Comment

Broadway Dance Center is celebrating its 35^thanniversary this May! Since 1984, the studio, a staple in NYC, has offered a wide range of open classes and provided programs for dancers of all ages and levels.

To celebrate, BDC has planned a full fun week of activities. You don’t want to miss out on these exciting sales, raffles and events!

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Learn original Fosse choreography from ‘Fosse/Verdon’

April 17, 2019April 17, 2019Events, In the StudioLeave a Comment

Did you catch the premiere of FX’s new limited series, Fosse/Verdon, on Tuesday night? The eight-part series chronicles the creative and complicated relationship of renowned Broadway power couple, Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon. Fosse was a Hollywood hoofer turned award-winning director and choreographer, known for such shows as Chicago, Sweet Charity and Pippin, and films including All that Jazz, Star 80 and Lenny.

His wife, muse and artistic partner, Verdon, began as a dancer and assistant to Jack Cole. She went on to star in a host of Broadway shows (many of them directed and choreographed by Fosse) and kept her late husband’s legacy alive through the 1999 Broadway revue, Fosse.

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Student Showcase: A performance opportunity for all

March 27, 2019March 27, 2019Events, In the Studio, On StageLeave a Comment

Sure, there can be so much fulfillment and joy in taking dance class. You can develop your technique, learn new skills, get a good workout, condition your body, meet new people. But how can you take your dance training to the next level? By taking your experience to the stage and performing.

And performing doesn’t have to be solely for professionals. Broadway Dance Center celebrates that dancers of all levels and ages should have the opportunity to dance on stage, with lights, makeup, original choreography, the whole deal. Coming up this May 19, at NYC’s Symphony Space, is the BDC Student Showcase, a performance experience that is open to all students of all levels.

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BDC offers BreakThrough: The Series

February 10, 2019February 10, 2019Events, In the StudioLeave a Comment

How can a dancer work to improve his or her performance ability and confidence? While you can notice yourself in the mirror during class, you can’t possibly watch every moment of your dancing (nor should you!). Also, it can be difficult to stay engaged if you’re worrying about how you look in the mirror. In an audition setting, it can be awkward to ask a friend or peer, “How did I look?” And, let’s face it, your parents are always going to tell you you’re the best dancer on stage (even if you fall flat on your face!). To get honest, constructive feedback and challenge yourself to grow as a performer, you need to look to a professional.

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Get an inside scoop with Jets Flight Crew Audition Prep

February 3, 2019February 3, 2019Events, In the StudioLeave a Comment

It’s Super Bowl weekend, and all the wings, guacamole and Halftime Show excitement is in the air. Yes, most of the attention is on the football players, but they wouldn’t be a team without their team dancers – those amazing, technical, high-energy dancers who perform to crowds of thousands and help keep the spirit up. What a fun job that would be!

Broadway Dance Center is hosting the Jets Flight Crew Cheerleader prep classes as part of its Industry Insider series. During this audition prep class, you can get an inside scoop from Director and Choreographer Denise Garvey on what it takes to join the dance squad for the New York Jets.

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