I feel like a loser after auditioning for a ballet company. Instead of a job, I landed a position in their trainee program. I refused it and switched to a school with a Limón curriculum, which doesn’t do it for me. Now what? —Failure, New York, NY It’s natural to do an about-face and search […]

My life is in complete chaos since my dance company disbanded. I have a day job, so money isn’t the issue. It’s the loss of my world that stings the most. What can I do? —Lost Career, Washington, DC Being a member of a dance company is like having a second family, so grief is […]

I never believe that I deserve to be happy. This reaction kicked in big time since I got a steady job. My emotions are a roller coaster: joy at the chance to perform, terror that the people in charge don’t like me and resentment at not getting solo roles. I’m driving myself crazy. —Terry, Philadelphia, […]

My girlfriend wants me to say “no” to extra work outside of the company. During breaks, I typically teach master classes, do gigs and choreograph. I love these opportunities, but I’m always tired and it interferes with our time together. What should I do? —Principal Dancer, New York, NY There are many reasons for overwork, […]

When dancers are unhappy or uncomfortable in the studio, healthy communication is essential. Perhaps you feel slighted by a casting decision, dissatisfied with a new rehearsal schedule or uneasy about something a choreographer has asked you to do. What can you do? Here are three strategies to keep in mind. Choose Your Battles StockSnap According […]