Dance Magazine

Dance Magazine is a prominent American publication dedicated to the world of dance, and it is produced by the Macfadden Communications Group. Originally launched in June 1927 under the name The American Dancer, it has since become a key resource in the dance community. William Como served as editor-in-chief from 1970 until his passing in 1989, and in 2004, Wendy Perron took over the role. The magazine is affiliated with several other publications, such as Pointe, Dance Spirit, Dance Teacher, Dance 212, and DanceU101, making it a vital part of the dance media landscape.

International

English

Magazine

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#525272

United States

#194590

Arts and Entertainment/Performing Arts

#492

Traffic sources

Monthly visitors

Articles

Dancer Diary: Touring Iconic NYC Dance Spots

1 week ago | dancemagazine.com | Haley Hilton

In the video series Dancer Diary, Haley Hilton chronicles her life as a dancer in New York City. Here, Hilton takes a dancer’s walking tour of New York, highlighting the theaters and studios that have been especially meaningful to her. For more Dancer Diary videos, visit Dance Magazine’s YouTube channel. dance history dancer diary haley hilton nyc dance
The Sky Was on Fire: Ballet and War in Ukraine

1 week ago | dancemagazine.com | Kyra Laubacher

A new documentary from Adrenaline Films, The Sky Was on Fire: Ballet and War in Ukraine, follows National Ballet of Ukraine stage director Oleh Tokar and other ballet artists who had to make a difficult decision after the Russian invasion of Ukraine: to flee or to stay to fight—and also to perform. Tokar, one of many Ukrainian ballet artists who have taken up arms in the fight against Russia, continues to work for National Ballet of Ukraine by day.
Why Storytelling Is Key to Success in Musical Theater

2 weeks ago | dancemagazine.com | Sarah Parker

A few decades ago, the choreography seen across Broadway stages looked remarkably similar. Dancers vying to be in musical theater studied the same movement techniques and perfected the same stylistic nuances—outstretched fingers, isolations, and clean, long lines. In recent years, the landscape has shifted and choreographers from all different genres of dance are bringing their unique styles to Broadway musicals and plays. While Camille A.
Why Dancers Are Prone to Imposter Syndrome

3 weeks ago | dancemagazine.com | Sophie Bress

Jenn Edwards has crafted a multifaceted career: She performs with Le Patin Libre, a contemporary skating company, dances, teaches, and choreographs for gymnasts and dancers, and plays in a band. Though her breadth of work is impressive, she’s also struggled with periods of self-doubt, questioning whether she truly belonged in any of her chosen fields.
Why Dancers Are Prone to Impostor Syndrome

3 weeks ago | dancemagazine.com | Sophie Bress

Jenn Edwards has crafted a multifaceted career: She performs with Le Patin Libre, a contemporary skating company, dances, teaches, and choreographs for gymnasts and dancers, and plays in a band. Though her breadth of work is impressive, she’s also struggled with periods of self-doubt, questioning whether she truly belonged in any of her chosen fields.
News of Note: What You Might Have Missed in March 2025

3 weeks ago | dancemagazine.com | Courtney Escoyne

Here are the latest promotions, appointments, and departures, as well as notable awards and accomplishments, from March 2025. Plus, a new residency opportunity for dance artists. At New York City Ballet, Gilbert Bolden III has been promoted to principal. At Houston Ballet, Harper Watters has been promoted to principal. At Oregon Ballet, Theatre, John-Paul Simoens has been promoted to principal, Charlotte Nash and Benjamin Simoens to soloist.
Trans Artist and Activist Sean Dorsey on How Dance Can Meet This Political Moment

3 weeks ago | dancemagazine.com | Claudia Bauer

On his first day in office, President Trump issued a series of executive orders limiting the rights of transgender and nonbinary Americans, from stating that the U.S. government would recognize only male and female genders to removing gender options from passports. His orders targeted rights and protections attained through years of courageous advocacy.
With Vespers, Reimagined, Bebe Miller Transmits an Early Solo to the Next Generation

1 month ago | dancemagazine.com | Lauren Wingenroth

In 1982, a very young Bebe Miller introduced herself as a choreographer to the downtown New York City dance scene with Vespers, an introspective yet playful solo that captivatingly balances precision and spontaneity.
Should You Get a Dance Teacher Certification?

1 month ago | dancemagazine.com | Jennifer Heimlich

Jane Vorburger seemed well-qualified to teach dance back in 2008, after dancing with American Ballet Theatre for five years, getting a master’s degree in dance from New York University, and teaching at ABT and top studios like Steps on Broadway. But there was something else she felt she needed: a dance teacher certification. “When I look at my classes from when I first started teaching, they were not good,” she admits; performance expertise doesn’t always translate to teaching expertise.
Dancer Diary: Dancing Through the Second Trimester

1 month ago | dancemagazine.com | Haley Hilton

In the video series Dancer Diary, Haley Hilton chronicles her life as a dancer in New York City. Here, she talks about dancing through the second trimester of her first pregnancy, and gets advice from physical therapist Heidi Green. For more Dancer Diary videos, visit Dance Magazine’s YouTube channel. dancer diary pregnancy pregnant dancers