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Tshiamo Zuma earned a gold medal and provincial colors at a national competition, securing her place on South Africa's team heading to New York in 2027. The DX Dance School student's performance shows what young people can achieve when they pursue their passions with dedication.
Mexico's iconic Ballet Folklórico is bringing 75 years of cultural magic to 24 American cities starting January 30. More than 50 dancers will showcase traditional Mexican folk dances with live music and stunning costumes across the country.
A South Auckland man who doubted his abilities in high school just became one of six dancers accepted into New Zealand's first Black Grace Dance Academy. His journey shows how one teacher's encouragement can change everything.
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Cape Ballet Africa's new production "Elysium" unites four world-class choreographers in a stunning celebration of dance that's leaving Cape Town audiences transported. The quadruple bill runs through October 10 at the Baxter Theatre, showcasing how movement can express emotions that words simply cannot.
A dancer from Greece and her Argentine partner claimed the world tango championship title in Buenos Aires, bringing a 20-year dream to life. Their victory showcases how tango has become a truly global art form connecting people across continents.
One of New Zealand's leading contemporary dance companies has returned to central Auckland with a brand new studio and its first-ever training academy. Black Grace is now nurturing the next generation of dancers from its new home on Karangahape Road.
Two older Italians choreographed a dance to "Beat It" in a Roman square, no tips or cameras wanted. They just danced for pure joy, then walked away in separate directions.
A high-energy street dance movement born in Abidjan's working-class neighborhoods is giving millions of young Ivorians a creative outlet and launching homegrown artists to international fame. Biama dancers are racking up millions of TikTok views without any major record label support.
When people told Noel Alexander that "boys don't dance," he kept practicing anyway. Today, he performs with legendary choreographer Prabhu Deva on international tours while millions copy his moves online.
A viral video shows choreographer Damian Malvacio improvising a tender dance with an older woman, revealing the power of movement across generations. The clip is just one glimpse into Yo Bailo, his transformative dance program for people over 60.
A UK dance program is putting young performers from 25 towns onto major stages without requiring formal training. The National Youth Dance Company proves talent doesn't need expensive credentials to shine.
When some of Ghana's youngest dancers stumbled on stage at the National Theatre, the entire audience erupted in applause instead of silence. That moment captured exactly what Vivie's Dance and Theatre Academy has built over the past decade: a community that celebrates courage over perfection.