Think traditional Thanksgiving foods are just empty calories? Think again. The Thanksgiving table is full of nutritious foods that you can savor, enjoy and even use to enhance your performance. 

Tired of the typical turkey and stuffing? For Thanksgiving this year, try something different with these personal recipes that dancers have shared with Dance Magazine. The ingredients are packed with dancer-friendly nutrients to help you recover from rehearsals and fuel up for the holiday performances ahead. If anyone raises an eyebrow at your unconventional choices, […]

As you gather around the table with friends and family for today’s Thanksgiving meal (or maybe you’re at the theater prepping for a Nutcracker performance), it’s tradition to take stock of what you’re thankful for. Don’t forget about these dancer-specific kernels of gratitude. It’s the little things like these that we often take for granted. 1. When your rehearsal director […]

It’s nearly turkey time! But first, make way for the last-minute grocery-store shuffle. If you haven’t completed your shopping yet, you’ll want to me sure these Thanksgiving staples are on your list. Not only are they tasty, but they’re great for dancers! Brussels sprouts: Whether they’re cooked in a cast-iron pan or shaved and tossed […]