Dance Magazine

Dance Magazine
Title	Dance Magazine
Category	Performing arts magazine
Frequency	Monthly
Founded	1927
Country	United States
Based	New York City
Language	English

Dance Magazine Dance Magazine is a long-running American periodical covering professional and amateur ballet and modern dance communities, training, performance, and industry news. Founded in 1927, it has chronicled major figures, companies, venues, and movements across the United States, with ongoing coverage of international companies and festivals. The magazine serves as a resource for dancers, choreographers, teachers, and presenters, offering reviews, interviews, and pedagogical material.

History

The publication was established in 1927 during an era that included the prominence of Sergei Diaghilev and the touring of the Ballets Russes, and it evolved alongside institutions such as the New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, and the Martha Graham Dance Company. Its early decades documented tours by stars like Anna Pavlova and companies such as the Royal Ballet and covered the rise of modernist figures including Martha Graham, Isadora Duncan, and Ted Shawn. Postwar expansion paralleled the foundation of schools like the School of American Ballet and festivals such as the Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival. During the late 20th century the magazine reported on choreographers including Merce Cunningham, Twila Tharp, and Alvin Ailey, while chronicling institutional changes at venues like Lincoln Center and events like the Sadler's Wells seasons. Into the 21st century, it tracked developments involving companies such as San Francisco Ballet, Royal Swedish Ballet, and artists associated with the Prix de Lausanne and the Benois de la Danse.

Editorial Focus and Content

Editorially, the magazine emphasizes performance criticism, pedagogy, audition listings, and career development pieces tied to schools like Juilliard and organizations such as the Dance Teachers Club of Boston. Regular features include reviews of productions at venues like The Kennedy Center and Guthrie Theater, profiles of artists connected to institutions like Boston Ballet and Houston Ballet, and technical articles referencing techniques from lineages of Vaganova method, Cecchetti method, and Cunningham technique. Coverage addresses festivals such as Jacob's Pillow, awards like the Tony Awards when dance is central, and competitions including Youth America Grand Prix. The magazine also publishes educational resources for faculty at conservatories like Royal Academy of Dance and for companies negotiating contracts with unions such as Actors' Equity Association.

Contributors and Notable Interviews

Contributors have included critics, historians, and practitioners who have written on figures such as Pina Bausch, George Balanchine, Rudolf Nureyev, and Sylvie Guillem. Interviews have featured choreographers and directors affiliated with institutions like Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Paris Opera Ballet, and Kirov Ballet leadership, as well as contemporary makers linked to festivals such as Edinburgh Festival Fringe and presenters like BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music). The magazine has published pieces by scholars connected to universities such as New York University and Harvard University, and career-advice columns sourced from administrators at schools including California Institute of the Arts.

Circulation and Distribution

Historically distributed in print to subscribers across the United States and internationally, the magazine has had visibility in cultural centers such as New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and London. Distribution channels have included newsstands near venues like Lincoln Center and listings in programs for festivals including Jacob's Pillow and Spoleto Festival USA. Trade partnerships have connected it with organizations such as Dance/USA and conservatories like Royal Conservatoire of Scotland for circulation to students and professionals. Circulation metrics have reflected trends affecting magazines in the United States and global print media shifts.

Awards, Events, and Outreach

The publication sponsors and promotes events, panels, and awards that intersect with institutions like The Juilliard School, Fordham University performance programs, and presenter networks including the International Society for the Performing Arts. Programming has included workshops with faculty from companies such as American Ballet Theatre and outreach to community organizations similar to Dance/NYC initiatives. The magazine highlights prizes and forums associated with competitions like Prix Benois de la Danse and collaborates with festivals including Jacob's Pillow on special features and symposia.

Digital Presence and Multimedia Platforms

The magazine expanded into digital publishing with online articles, video interviews, and social media engagement intersecting with platforms used by companies like San Francisco Ballet, presenters such as The Kennedy Center, and festivals like Edinburgh International Festival. Multimedia offerings include performance clips, webinar series with schools like School of American Ballet, and podcasts featuring guests from organizations including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and institutions such as Royal Academy of Dance. The digital strategy adapts to streaming trends exemplified by collaborations with venues like Sadler's Wells and online festivals similar to On the Boards programming.

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