Ballet Student Jessica Wang Makes Tiaras Her Business

Ballet Student Jessica Wang Makes Tiaras Her Business

When Jessica Wang was 14, she found herself in a position that many dancers find relatable: Dance felt like her whole identity. “When I introduced myself, the first thing I would say is that I’m a dancer. It got to a point where I felt like dance defined me too much,”...
4 Pros on Their Nondance Off-Season Gigs

4 Pros on Their Nondance Off-Season Gigs

Being a performing artist is, in so many ways, a full-time endeavor, especially in a field as physically demanding as dance. But the vast majority of American companies don’t offer 52-week contracts. Dancers often have substantial layoffs throughout the year,...