Tara Webster grew up on a farm in the country, but she has always dreamed of being a professional dancer. When she's admitted to Australia's National Academy of Dance, she feels like all of her dreams are about to come true -- but the school is tougher and more competitive than she ever imagined.
Tara's far from home, and way behind on her dance training, but she's not alone on this journey. In Sydney, she meets new friends, Kat and Sammy, and falls hard for a new crush, Ethan. To round out her crew, there's Abigail, a more experienced dancer who sees Tara as a threat, and Christian, an adrenaline junkie with a troubled past.
They've got the world at their feet, but have they got what it takes?
Tara's far from home, and way behind on her dance training, but she's not alone on this journey. In Sydney, she meets new friends, Kat and Sammy, and falls hard for a new crush, Ethan. To round out her crew, there's Abigail, a more experienced dancer who sees Tara as a threat, and Christian, an adrenaline junkie with a troubled past.
They've got the world at their feet, but have they got what it takes?
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Gallo Center to Host Valley's Got Talent 2012, 8/24-25
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2012
The Gallo Center for the Arts' third annual Valley's Got Talent contest will be presented on Friday and Saturday, August 24 and 25. Both performances begin at 7 pm. The shows will have 25 acts, comprised of 118 performers, for the Center's live stage variation on popular television shows such as 'Am...
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2012
The Gallo Center for the Arts' third annual Valley's Got Talent contest will be presented on Friday and Saturday, August 24 and 25. Both performances begin at 7 pm. The shows will have 25 acts, comprised of 118 performers, for the Center's live stage variation on popular television shows such as 'Am...
Broadway-Bound FLASHDANCE to Hold Summer Workshop!
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2012
The new musical FLASHDANCE, which was scheduled to play a pre-Broadway engagement in Toronto this summer, has announced a postponement of the Toronto engagement. The show's producers were planning on moving the production directly from Toronto to Broadway. Due to scheduling issues, the Broadway prod...
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2012
The new musical FLASHDANCE, which was scheduled to play a pre-Broadway engagement in Toronto this summer, has announced a postponement of the Toronto engagement. The show's producers were planning on moving the production directly from Toronto to Broadway. Due to scheduling issues, the Broadway prod...
Broadway-Bound FLASHDANCE Postpones Toronto Tryout
by Nicole Rosky - May 09, 2012
The new musical FLASHDANCE, which was scheduled to play a pre-Broadway engagement in Toronto this summer, has announced a postponement of the Toronto engagement. The show's producers were planning on moving the production directly from Toronto to Broadway. Due to scheduling issues, the Broadway prod...
by Nicole Rosky - May 09, 2012
The new musical FLASHDANCE, which was scheduled to play a pre-Broadway engagement in Toronto this summer, has announced a postponement of the Toronto engagement. The show's producers were planning on moving the production directly from Toronto to Broadway. Due to scheduling issues, the Broadway prod...
Jane Lynch, William H. Macy et al. to Host THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Hollywood's Third Street Theatre, 5/4-6
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2012
Third Street Theatre, the West Hollywood 99-seat Equity Waiver theatre that brought LA the critically-acclaimed smash hit Falsettos, is pleased to announce three limited engagement fundraising gala performances of The Last Five Years by Jason Robert Brown on May 4th, 5th and 6th. Each night will bri...
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2012
Third Street Theatre, the West Hollywood 99-seat Equity Waiver theatre that brought LA the critically-acclaimed smash hit Falsettos, is pleased to announce three limited engagement fundraising gala performances of The Last Five Years by Jason Robert Brown on May 4th, 5th and 6th. Each night will bri...
Washington State, The 5th Avenue Theatre Present All-Student OKLAHOMA, 3/16-17
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2012
The 5th Avenue Theatre production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! has closed its doors, but the chant of "O-K-L-A-H-O-M-A" still rings through the theater's rehearsal space. Washington state teens are working on an all-state all-student production of this Golden Age staple as part of a brand ne...
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2012
The 5th Avenue Theatre production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! has closed its doors, but the chant of "O-K-L-A-H-O-M-A" still rings through the theater's rehearsal space. Washington state teens are working on an all-state all-student production of this Golden Age staple as part of a brand ne...
Washington State, The 5th Avenue Theatre Present All-Student OKLAHOMA, 3/16-17
by Harmony Wheeler - March 07, 2012
The 5th Avenue Theatre production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! has closed its doors, but the chant of "O-K-L-A-H-O-M-A" still rings through the theater's rehearsal space. Washington state teens are working on an all-state all-student production of this Golden Age staple as part of a brand ne...
by Harmony Wheeler - March 07, 2012
The 5th Avenue Theatre production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! has closed its doors, but the chant of "O-K-L-A-H-O-M-A" still rings through the theater's rehearsal space. Washington state teens are working on an all-state all-student production of this Golden Age staple as part of a brand ne...
TeenNick to Debut DANCE ACADEMY, 2/20
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2012
TeenNick raises the curtain on DANCE ACADEMY, a new half-hour drama that follows small town girl Tara Webster (Xenia Goodwin) as she pursues her dream of becoming a professional ballet dancer at the fictitious National Academy of Dance. ...
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2012
TeenNick raises the curtain on DANCE ACADEMY, a new half-hour drama that follows small town girl Tara Webster (Xenia Goodwin) as she pursues her dream of becoming a professional ballet dancer at the fictitious National Academy of Dance. ...
TeenNick to Debut DANCE ACADEMY, 2/20
by Caryn Robbins - February 07, 2012
TeenNick raises the curtain on DANCE ACADEMY, a new half-hour drama that follows small town girl Tara Webster (Xenia Goodwin) as she pursues her dream of becoming a professional ballet dancer at the fictitious National Academy of Dance. ...
by Caryn Robbins - February 07, 2012
TeenNick raises the curtain on DANCE ACADEMY, a new half-hour drama that follows small town girl Tara Webster (Xenia Goodwin) as she pursues her dream of becoming a professional ballet dancer at the fictitious National Academy of Dance. ...
Progressive Dance and Creative Arts School Opens in SoHo
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2012
On February 6, 2012, performer and educator Rosie Lanziero will open doors for the first semester of Soul Arts Academy, NYC's only progressive dance academy and creative arts school in a new space in the heart of SoHo....
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2012
On February 6, 2012, performer and educator Rosie Lanziero will open doors for the first semester of Soul Arts Academy, NYC's only progressive dance academy and creative arts school in a new space in the heart of SoHo....
FLASHDANCE- THE MUSICAL to Launch National Tour in Pittsburgh in 2013
by Nicole Rosky - January 20, 2012
FLASHDANCE - THE MUSICAL, the stage adaptation of the 1983 hit film that will play Broadway in Fall 2012, will launch the national tour with an additional company on January 1, 2013 at the Heinz Hall in Pittsburgh, the steel town that serves as the show's setting. FLASHDANCE will go on to play over ...
by Nicole Rosky - January 20, 2012
FLASHDANCE - THE MUSICAL, the stage adaptation of the 1983 hit film that will play Broadway in Fall 2012, will launch the national tour with an additional company on January 1, 2013 at the Heinz Hall in Pittsburgh, the steel town that serves as the show's setting. FLASHDANCE will go on to play over ...
Progressive Dance and Creative Arts School Opens in SoHo
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 10, 2012
On February 6, 2012, performer and educator Rosie Lanziero will open doors for the first semester of Soul Arts Academy, NYC's only progressive dance academy and creative arts school in a new space in the heart of SoHo....
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 10, 2012
On February 6, 2012, performer and educator Rosie Lanziero will open doors for the first semester of Soul Arts Academy, NYC's only progressive dance academy and creative arts school in a new space in the heart of SoHo....
JACCC Welcomes the Year of the Dragon
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2012
Founded in 1971, the JACCC is the largest Asian American cultural center of its kind in the U.S. and is the preeminent presenter of Japanese, Japanese American and Asian American arts....
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2012
Founded in 1971, the JACCC is the largest Asian American cultural center of its kind in the U.S. and is the preeminent presenter of Japanese, Japanese American and Asian American arts....
JACCC Welcomes the Year of the Dragon
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 30, 2011
Founded in 1971, the JACCC is the largest Asian American cultural center of its kind in the U.S. and is the preeminent presenter of Japanese, Japanese American and Asian American arts....
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 30, 2011
Founded in 1971, the JACCC is the largest Asian American cultural center of its kind in the U.S. and is the preeminent presenter of Japanese, Japanese American and Asian American arts....
African Burial Ground National Monument Celebrates Kwanzaa, 12/30
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2011
Kwanzaa is a week-long African American holiday observed from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1, which focuses on the traditional African values of family, community responsibility, commerce and self improvement. The name Kwanzaa is derived from the phrase, "matunda ya kwana" which means, "first fruits" in Swa...
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2011
Kwanzaa is a week-long African American holiday observed from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1, which focuses on the traditional African values of family, community responsibility, commerce and self improvement. The name Kwanzaa is derived from the phrase, "matunda ya kwana" which means, "first fruits" in Swa...
FLASHDANCE to Play Toronto Prior to Broadway in 2012
by BWW - December 23, 2011
Broadway regular Sergio Trujillo will direct and choreograph the project, which is set for New York readings this winter and will reportedly head to Toronto for its out-of-town tryout according to a new Equity casting notice. According to the notice, the show will play Toronto from June 26 to August...
by BWW - December 23, 2011
Broadway regular Sergio Trujillo will direct and choreograph the project, which is set for New York readings this winter and will reportedly head to Toronto for its out-of-town tryout according to a new Equity casting notice. According to the notice, the show will play Toronto from June 26 to August...
FLASHDANCE THE MUSICAL Coming to Broadway in Fall 2012
by Nicole Rosky - December 15, 2011
According to the NY Ties, producers have confirmed that a fully reworked version of FLASHDANCE, which opened in the West End in 2010, is headed to Broadway in Fall 2012. Producer Thomas Viertel told NYT: "We felt we'd learned enough from the London production to re-work the show substantially and th...
by Nicole Rosky - December 15, 2011
According to the NY Ties, producers have confirmed that a fully reworked version of FLASHDANCE, which opened in the West End in 2010, is headed to Broadway in Fall 2012. Producer Thomas Viertel told NYT: "We felt we'd learned enough from the London production to re-work the show substantially and th...
Seymour Center Presents FAT SWAN, 12/7-17
by Nicole Rosky - November 17, 2011
The world of ballet can be dangerous. Between pink pointe shoes, tutus and tulle lies the brutal truth that people would actually kill for a role... Based on SWAN LAKE, the year's biggest movie was dark, gripping and psychologically disturbing... but if you thought that was disturbing, just wait for...
by Nicole Rosky - November 17, 2011
The world of ballet can be dangerous. Between pink pointe shoes, tutus and tulle lies the brutal truth that people would actually kill for a role... Based on SWAN LAKE, the year's biggest movie was dark, gripping and psychologically disturbing... but if you thought that was disturbing, just wait for...
Chgo Human Rhythm's JUBALEE Gala Honors Donna La Pietra, Bill Kurtis
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, hosts JUBALEE, its annual gala benefit supporting performance, education and community programs. ...
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, hosts JUBALEE, its annual gala benefit supporting performance, education and community programs. ...
Chgo Human Rhythm's JUBALEE Gala Honors Donna La Pietra, Bill Kurtis
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 20, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, hosts JUBALEE, its annual gala benefit supporting performance, education and community programs. ...
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 20, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, hosts JUBALEE, its annual gala benefit supporting performance, education and community programs. ...
Dance Classes Offered at New Lisle Studio, Begins 8/22
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2011
Contempo Dance Academy, newly located in downtown Lisle, Illinois, is poised to become a leader among Chicago area dance studios with the launch of its 2011-2012 academic year on August 22, 2011....
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2011
Contempo Dance Academy, newly located in downtown Lisle, Illinois, is poised to become a leader among Chicago area dance studios with the launch of its 2011-2012 academic year on August 22, 2011....
Dance Classes Offered at New Lisle Studio, Begins 8/22
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 02, 2011
Contempo Dance Academy, newly located in downtown Lisle, Illinois, is poised to become a leader among Chicago area dance studios with the launch of its 2011-2012 academic year on August 22, 2011....
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 02, 2011
Contempo Dance Academy, newly located in downtown Lisle, Illinois, is poised to become a leader among Chicago area dance studios with the launch of its 2011-2012 academic year on August 22, 2011....
ABT Receives $250,000 Gift From Prince
by Nicole Rosky - February 11, 2011
American Ballet Theatre is the recipient of a $250,000 gift from music legend Prince. The gift, announced at a press conference held on February 7 at Madison Square Garden, will benefit ABT's arts education programs. ABT Soloist Misty Copeland, who performed with Prince during his most recent 'Wel...
by Nicole Rosky - February 11, 2011
American Ballet Theatre is the recipient of a $250,000 gift from music legend Prince. The gift, announced at a press conference held on February 7 at Madison Square Garden, will benefit ABT's arts education programs. ABT Soloist Misty Copeland, who performed with Prince during his most recent 'Wel...
YADA Announces The Opening Of Third Street Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 09, 2011
After months of refurbishing, and thousands of dollars spent in upgrades, YADA (The Youth Academy of Dramatic Arts) owners Lani Shipman and Kimberly Harrigan proudly announce the grand opening of L.A.'s newest 99-seat Equity waiver house; the THIRD STREET THEATRE at 8115 W. Third Street in West Holl...
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 09, 2011
After months of refurbishing, and thousands of dollars spent in upgrades, YADA (The Youth Academy of Dramatic Arts) owners Lani Shipman and Kimberly Harrigan proudly announce the grand opening of L.A.'s newest 99-seat Equity waiver house; the THIRD STREET THEATRE at 8115 W. Third Street in West Holl...
FLASHDANCE to Shutter in West End Jan. 15, 2011
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2011
Flashdance The Musical, which began performances in the West End at the Shaftesbury Theatre on 25 September 2010, will now complete its run on 15 January 2011....
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2011
Flashdance The Musical, which began performances in the West End at the Shaftesbury Theatre on 25 September 2010, will now complete its run on 15 January 2011....
Debbie Allen Presents 'The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker' at UCLA's Royce Hall, 12/9
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2010
The lights have barely dimmed on Alliance Theater's production of Twist, Debbie Allen's New Orleans 1928 rendition of the Charles Dickens' classic, and the director/choreographer has already announced the Premier of The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker, her hilarious and culturally rich take on the perennia...
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2010
The lights have barely dimmed on Alliance Theater's production of Twist, Debbie Allen's New Orleans 1928 rendition of the Charles Dickens' classic, and the director/choreographer has already announced the Premier of The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker, her hilarious and culturally rich take on the perennia...
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