Synopsis

 

"Dance is living and this is living at its best!"

-Ron Lawrence MD., Ph.d

Ballet feet, dance, studioPhoto:Dianne Peranich

 "FROM DIRECTORS TO DANCERS TO EX-DANCERS TO TEACHERS.....................THIS DOCUMENTARY COVERS IT ALL!". 

"THIS DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASES THE WORLD OF DANCE........... BOTH INSPIRING AND EDUCATIONAL AT THE SAME TIME!".

-Vanessa Zahorian....... Principal Dancer, San Francisco Ballet
Who should see this film?
The Competition

The benefits of dance competitions are discussed with  substantial footage at one of the many competitions held throughout the country. Also included are interview's with former winners such as Ashley Canterna (Miss Dance of America 2002) and Peter Chursin (Mr. Dance of America 2003).  

Peter Chursin, competing, competition, dance

Parents discuss how their children actually improve their scholastic achievement in such subjects as math as a direct result of dance and how their focus, time management skills, and public speaking have all improved because of competing and dance.



 

Pointe, dance, ballet

 

 

Photo Credit: Dianne Peranich

 

 

A Full One Hour Fifty-Three minutes of Dance and Interviews!

 

 

 

 
If you have any connection with the world of dance, you should see this film!
Competitors:
Ever wonder what the judges are thinking while you give it your all and still turn up short? Listen to a judge explain exactly what she is looking for in a competitor, from focus to choreography. Shely Pack-Manning, a competition judge for Dance Masters of America and American Dance Awards, discusses what it takes, from technique to choreography, to achieve an overall first place standing in Dance Competition. She also explains what students learn by competing and how it benefits them in later life.
 

Studio owners:
Ever have a male dancer excel only to learn his father wants him to play sports? Studio owners should see this film because it features dancers across a broad spectrum from the recreational dancer to the professional ballerina to the ballet company artistic director talking about what attracted them to their dance class. Instructors and studio owners will also discover how to keep a student's interest alive and nurture them to reach their full potential. 

How about dancers that won't eat, or worse! We explore injuries, eating disorders, and more.

Dance Students:

Students of the art should see this film to hear insights from former American Ballet Theater ballerina, Kristine Elliott, who talks about how one must follow their heart into the world of dance and explains what they will likely find there.

Male dancers can benefit from Peter Chursin, Mr. Dance of America 2003, who discusses the hurdles he faced on his path to becoming a professional dancer.

Parents:

Parents who have children, both male and female, who long to dance will have many of their questions answered by fellow parents and examines the benefits of dance training on our youth.

Teachers and Educators:

Hear testimony from parents on how their children have actually increased  their scholastic skills, self-confidence, and time management skills after starting dance lessons.

 

Choreographers:

Choreographers will learn from international choreographer Daryl Gray and how he takes a concept from a simple idea and brings it to a full production.