Just Dance

Is Cheerleading a Sport or Just an Activity? Did you know that 25% of the money spent on student sport injuries in 2005 where from cheerleading? This shows that it is very dangerous just like other sports. Cheer is a sport where you learn dance routines and cheers. You cheer for a football or basketball team, but you can also go to competitions. One thing about cheer is there are a lot of possible injuries like broken bones and even concussions. In cheer you stunt which is where people are…

is asking the Nymphs the way to the gorgons “they ask him to stay and dance”(Mabie), but Perseus focuses, makes sure he gets his job done, and doesn't waste time. Perseus is a great example because throughout his journey he is always spending his time wisely and getting his job done.…

“Ballet is not just movement, not simply abstract. It’s something beautiful.” Nina Ananiashvili, the artistic director for the State Ballet of Georgia, begins to describe the magic and mystic found within the art of ballet. Only a ballerina possesses the key to unlock the mysteries hidden within each graceful movement of dance. Nevertheless ballet, like almost everything else, has a side far less romantic to it. Throughout her entire career, a dancer struggles to ensure a strong and healthy body…

shows us how competitive and important competition really are. In you first compete with schools in your district, then you go regionals, then you go to national. Just like any other sport, cheerleaders also compete. Whether it’s just for a win or a trophy. Cheerleaders practice and go out there and compete to try to earn respect just like any other team. Cheerleaders work hard like other sports; they compete and win competitions because they’re hardworking. Competitions gives cheerleaders a…

On March 9, I went visited the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts to see The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk. The play was directed by Emma rice and written by Daniel Jamieson. The producing body included assistant director Keziah Serreau, choreography by Emma rice & Etta Murfitt, designed by Sophia Clist, lighting design by Malcolm Rippeth, sound design by Simon Baker, and composed/music directed by Ian Ross. I have never been to a play before this one. Flyers Lovers of Vitebsk was…

Engel on her piece titled Elemental Essence. This piece is in four sections each section looks at one of the four elements of nature- earth, water, air and fire. The piece depicts how each of these entities and energies inform Afro-Brazilian Folkloric dances. Stephanie and I had discussions on how the lighting for each section should create an environment that embodies the element which it is depicting- how each section should feel using words such as: ritualistic, organic, flowing, hot, and…

have a high level of physical activity to participate. At the beginning of the season try-outs are hosted. Participants are required to do a number of things in order to make the team. They must be able to tumble, cheer, dance, and stunt. Cheerleaders have a practice schedule just as…

academies. She has written a book to inspire women and the young girl all over the world. Her marvelous talent has and still to this day brought her to many places. Some people don't consider dance a sport but in Misty's eyes it's her art her passion, it is her sport her love. In her words she says “Success isn't just handed to us, we earned it” -Misty…

To start, Stadium Pow Pow by A Tribe Called Red Ft Black Bear, showcases the beauty, complexity and livelihood of the Native culture. This video embodies the Native culture by displaying the traditional outfits, the dancing, the musical element, as well as the people. I would describe this video as a perfect embodiment of the true nature, the livelihood, and the strength of the native tribe through colours, scenery, music and dancing. Our current generation are not strangers to the media. The…

punchline of a joke because she’s laughing too hard, her laughter is contagious to everyone! Not only is Tzip hilarious, she’s also very talented. She is a master at writing, drawing, dancing, and ice skating. Tzipporah can create a masterpiece with just a pencil and paper, and she’s also great at doing hair and makeup. Her “happy” hair and cool glasses can be spotted from a mile away. “Yup yup!” Her signature nod, spot-on impersonations, and adorable facial expressions keep us all entertained.…