“My mental preparation for performance extends as far back as my very first rehearsal for it. Having a complete understanding of my role and practicing the movement . . .

Yusuf, the artist formerly known as Cat Stevens, was first inspired by classical composers and then Irving Berlin and initially wanted to be a composer of musicals.

Applications are now being sought for the inaugural Ausdance Peggy van Praagh Choreographic Fellowship.

Auditions are now underway for the latest in television dance competitions, called Everybody Dance Now. Beginning in Brisbane last Saturday, the auditions will be held nationally, moving onto Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney.

Choreographer Lucy Guerin’s new show is aiming for originality in the most fundamental sense. Called 'Conversation Piece', the work will involve . . .

Podiatrist Sally Child has been treating ballet dancers for over a decade, including artists from the Australian Ballet, and regularly sees skin problems like corns . . .

Bangarra’s next major work for 2012 is 'Terrain', choreographed by artist-in-residence Frances Rings.

Choreographer Liz Lea’s latest creation is about Anna Pavlova and the rise and fall of her touring company.

'Dance Australia' has two double passes to give away to 'First Position', the 'behind the scenes' doco on the Youth America Grand Prix.

A film of the Paris Opera Ballet performing 'Romeo and Juliet' is the next in the series of films of live ballet performances to be screened in Australian cinemas.

The recent review of the Australia Council calls for a large injection of funds specifically for independent artists.

The Australian Ballet School will be showcasing its talented young pupils at the next annual Morning Melodies program at the State Theatre in Melbourne.

Those who missed out on seeing David Hallberg's fleeting appearance with the Australian Ballet in 2010 will have another chance at the company's 50th annniversary gala.

Debbie Allen, the celebrated American choreographer and actor, will not be appearing at this year's Brisbane Festival, as anticipated.

Dancer/choreographers Lee Serle and Antony Hamilton are among the 11 recipients of the first ever Australia Council for the Arts’ Creative Australia Fellowships.

'Dance Australia' has five double passes to give away to Harvest Rain's Brisbane production of 'Hairspray'!