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Angela D'Valda Sirico
Originally from England, Angela received her early training from one of Margot Fonteyn’s childhood teachers, Carol Bateman. She later attended the Arts Educational Trust and was invited to perform with the Festival Ballet in London, but decided instead to continue her studies in the US. Angela began an extremely varied professional career performing around the world, and later met her husband Steve Sirico while filming a TV special. After years of performing together around the world, their focus shifted to teaching. Angela is a published author, as well as Co-Founder of Dance Teacher Web. www.danceteacherweb.com
Studio Directors, that time of year is quickly approaching and recital season is in the air. Here are some quick tips and reminders to get you organized in the weeks ahead and keep you on target for an amazing and stress free recital season!
1. Costume Finalization: Are all costumes and accessories…
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Stage Fright! Tips to Help Your Students Enjoy Recital Time
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Dance Studio Owners: You Must Do This!
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Getting Your Dancers to Dance Full Out!
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From time to time, teachers ask me how they can get their students…
Helping Your Students Overcome Their Insecurities!
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As we prepare our dancers for upcoming performances it is often…
Tips To Get Your Students to Practice
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Class plans for teachers are almost always used but practice plans…