Browsing Articles - Author: christinedenny

TOP TIPS FOR TAPPERS!

Dance 9 Jul, 2014

WITH COMPETITION SEASON WELL AND TRULY UNDER WAY HERE ARE CHRISTINE DENNY’S (FROM TAPATAK OZ) TOP SEVEN TIPS FOR OUTSTANDING TAP ROUTINES IN YOUR COMPS Timing – you would be surprised how many competitors dance in and out of time with their music when performing a tap solo. I know th… Read Article

How to stand out – learn from the PRO'S!

Dance 11 Feb, 2014

As we all race ahead first into the New Year, I thought it could be an appropriate time for students of dance to pose these questions: How can I stand out when working with a new teacher or choreographer? What are the do’s and don’ts of attracting attention in a good way? Well – after a few weeks… Read Article

THE METHODOLOGY OF TEACHING!

Dance 19 Jun, 2013

THE METHODOLOGY OF TEACHING –        by Francois Klaus and Robyn White – Dear All, Quite recently I was most lucky to be made aware of a new website belonging to Francois Klaus [ ex – Artistic Director of the Queensland Ballet ] and his wife Robyn White [ ex – Artistic Associate of the Queensl… Read Article

HOT SHOE SHUFFLE RIDES AGAIN – AND WHAT A RIDE IT PROMISES TO BE

Musical Theatre 17 Apr, 2013

By Christine Denny (above – 2013 Hot Shoe Shuffle Cast in rehearsal) Having seen the original Australian Hot Shoe Shuffle Cast many years ago I was absolutely thrilled to hear that the show was going out on the road again. The songs are simply infectious and the routines fantastic –… Read Article

FROM QLD TO THE WEST END – DANCELIFE INTERVIEW: DANIEL GOURLAY

Musical Theatre 14 Nov, 2011

MAKING YOUR WEST END DEBUT MUST BE A THRILL FOR A YOUNG LAD FROM QUEENSLAND – LET’S CHAT TO DANIEL GOURLAY AND FIND OUT! On my recent trip to the UK, I was thrilled to run into the delightful Mr Daniel Gourlay and managed to squeeze in a quick coffee and a chat. He was so full of life and passion for… Read Article

INTERVIEW WITH STEVEN GRACE AND BIG FINISH PRODUCTIONS BY CHRISTINE DENNY

Musical Theatre 20 Sep, 2011

“AUSSIE TALENT STEVEN GRACE IS WOWING THEM IN THE WEST END WHILST HEADING FOR A BIG FINISH WITH HIS OWN PRODUCTION COMPANY” The transition from on stage performer to successful production entrepreneur is not always an easy one, but this is something that the acclaimed Australian dancer… Read Article

LOVE NEVER DIES, WEST END!! Review By Christine Denny

Musical Theatre 12 Sep, 2011

LOVE NEVER DIES – AS THIS PHENOMENAL SHOW CLOSES IN THE WEST END I PONDER HOW SUCH A WORK OF ART CAN FIND ITSELF IN THE DARK? If ever there was a production that showcased the pure genius of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, this would have to be it. Decadent, golden, mysterious, fantastical, intrigui… Read Article

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A MEMBER OF A TROUPE? ARE YOU A GOOD TEAM PLAYER!? By Christine Denny

Dance 3 Jul, 2011

Over the past few months whilst travelling around teaching workshops and masterclasses with Tapatak Oz, I have been hearing a common question from dance teachers all around the country and that is – “why can’t my students and their parents understand the commitment involved when worki… Read Article

THE NEXT STEP – THE NEXT BIG THING!

Dance 29 Mar, 2011

I finally got the chance to see THE NEXT STEP perform again over the weekend and what a treat it was. These guys have been putting in the hard yards for a few years now and their persistence and originality are certainly getting them results. As it states clearly on their website: ALWAYS INNO… Read Article

INTERVIEW WITH GAVIN LEE – BERT ON BROADWAY

Musical Theatre 23 Feb, 2011

Hi Everyone, A few years ago I was walking down 5Th Avenue in NYC when I bumped into an old College acquaintance – MR GAVIN LEE! I hadn’t seen Gavin since we were at College together in the UK ( except for a brief moment when he toured the country with Crazy For You) and it was amazin… Read Article