Dance Colleges & Careers with Brittany Noltimier
Hey there, future dance superstars and parents! 🌟 Are you a high school dynamo with a passion for dance and a gazillion questions about where to take your moves after graduation? Look no further! Join us on an exciting journey through the glittering world of dance colleges as we help you pirouette into the perfect program for you!
In our lively and upbeat podcast, we dish out the deets on the nation's top dance colleges, bringing you the inside scoop straight from the experts themselves – Deans, Professors, and even some cool cats who've strutted their stuff on those very same dance floors!
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Dance Colleges & Careers with Brittany Noltimier
#44: The Competitive Edge: What Dance Competition Judges Are Really Looking For
Summary
In this conversation, Brittany Noltimier, a performance coach for competitive dancers, discusses the key elements that judges look for in dance competitions. She emphasizes the importance of clean routines, entertainment value, and the overall performance picture, which includes technique, musicality, and stage presence. Brittany shares insights from her extensive experience judging competitions and coaching dancers, providing valuable tips for improving performance and connecting with the audience.
Takeaways
- Judges prioritize clean routines as a foundation for scoring.
- Facial expressions can be trained to enhance performance.
- The overall picture of a performance is more important than individual mistakes.
- Technique, musicality, and stage presence are the key scoring areas.
- Genuine performances leave a lasting impression on judges.
- Self-awareness and confidence in performance
- Dancers should not solely focus on technical skills but also on storytelling.
- Building a connection with the audience is crucial for success.
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