This Father–Daughter Duo Is Choreographing a New Netflix Show

For choreographer and director Paul Becker, the pandemic has had one major upside: extra time with his 18-year-old daughter, Marlee. “The toughest part of being a parent in the dance industry is making your family a priority,” says Becker, who recently shared the 2021 MTV Award for “Best Musical Number” with Kenny Ortega for their […]

Is Your Stage Parent Hurting Your Training?

Casting is being done for an upcoming show, and your mom just won’t let up. She’s in the waiting room every second you’re in the studio, and you’ve seen her pull the director aside at least twice. She has an opinion on every dancer in your class, including you. And the weight of it all […]