http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/ Our latest news feed. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:23:41 GMT test http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1407/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1407/ Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Can the battle for ballet supremacy be somewhat brutal? Yes, it can, if five machos are in action and if it is staged by Cuban choreographer Eduardo Blanco. The new wave choreographer has recently introduced... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1406/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1406/ Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT In spite of jazz fans concerns, 2012 is going to be rich in jazz festivals: the Upton Jazz Festival will take place in June, the Bude Jazz Festival is reported to be held in August, the Sodbury Jazz Festival... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1405/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1405/ Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The final of the UK’s most popular dance show “So You Think You Can Dance” has come and gone with Matt Flint having become Britain’s most favourite dancer, Luke placed second, Katie third and... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1404/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1404/ Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT In dancing safety issues are as important as in sports. There have been several attempts to study injury rates in dancing, identify the main causes and suggest preventative measures. The latest studies... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1403/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1403/ Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Dancing is not a combative sport so few people associate it with injuries. However, statistics shows just the opposite: as many as 80% of dancers experience at least one injury a year as compared to 20... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1402/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1402/ Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT A recent study investigating the factors that put dance performers at risk for injuries has found that professional ballet dancers get hurt as often and suffer as serious injuries as athletes in contact... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1401/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1401/ Mon, 9 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Dance isn’t a high contact sport and dancers aren’t engaged in competitive battles on stage but statistics shows that almost 80% of dancers incur at least one injury a year that affects their ability... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1400/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1400/ Mon, 9 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Recently you took your daughter to The Nutcracker and she was completely fascinated by gorgeous costumes and special effects. The chances are your little one may want to embrace a new hobby next year... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1399/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1399/ Mon, 9 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Street dance world champions Flawless and English National Ballet dancers are teaming up for a show and nationwide tour. The collaboration involves 10 ballerinas dressed in eye-popping dance uniforms... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1398/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1398/ Mon, 9 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The 2012 season of urban dance battles has just begun so it is high time to think of what you are going to wear on the dance floor. Trends shift but what remains the most important for the dancer is the... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1397/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1397/ Tue, 3 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Do your New Year resolutions always revolve around the idea of getting into shape but every year you fail to accomplish that elusive fitness goal of yours? It is not about how you exercise but more about... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1396/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1396/ Tue, 3 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Houston Ballet, a large professional ballet company based in the United States and producing more than 75 performances each year, will present a brand new repertory programme Rock, Roll and Tutus... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1395/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1395/ Tue, 3 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT United Dance Organisation British street dance championships 2012 are expected by a lot of urban dance crews and fans to take place at Pontins Holiday Centre on February 3-5. This fun packed weekend is... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1394/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1394/ Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT There are a lot of books and articles written about the benefits of dancing from a young age. Any dance instructor can tell you that dancing may help build muscle strength, improve posture and even develop... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1393/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1393/ Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT If you are selecting a Christmas present for a dancer, quality dance bags offered on the Internet are a great option. As these bags are designed to satisfy the needs of dancers, they are usually capacious... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1392/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1392/ Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT You are dating a dancer who spends hours in the ballet studio. With winter holidays approaching, you are thinking of a good gift for him. Quality dance belts are a good choice if ballet is both his career... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1391/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1391/ Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Some of the ballet dancer’s grace and elegance is strongly associated with beautiful shoes worn during ballet performances. Even though the history of ballet can be traced back to the 15th century,... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1390/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1390/ Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT If you are looking for gifts to customise Christmas for the ballet dancer on your list, look no further. To kick off your seasonal shopping, visit online dance clothing shops, which have nice ballet gifts... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1389/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1389/ Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Your daughter is very serious about her ballet classes and wants to achieve good results at the ballet barre. Her keen interest in dancing can facilitate your Christmas shopping. Tutus, ballet skirts,... http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1388/ http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Press/News/1388/ Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT For any dance workout you need to wear comfortable clothes like leotards for men, track pants and the right shoes. Wearing the right shoes and clothes that allow easy dancing and freedom of movement is...