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To The Pointe
THE MKSD Blog — Insight, stories, and observations from Marianne Kelley.
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Dance Class Etiquette
Posted by
Marianne Kelley
February 6, 2023
Imagine going to see a professional performance such as Swan Lake, and seeing a ballerina on stage adjusting her costume straps, whispering…
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The Audition
Posted by
Marianne Kelley
September 26, 2022
As an aspiring ballet dancer in my twenties, my dance friends and I traveled to New York City just about every weekend…
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Back to school means back to dance!
Posted by
Marianne Kelley
August 29, 2022
The sound of that early morning hustle is returning to our households… Coffee brewing in the background while our children emerge from…
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Recital Readiness
Posted by
Marianne Kelley
May 10, 2022
Oh, the beautiful signs of Springtime. The sounds of birds chirping, the smell of flowers, and of course, your child’s sparkling costume…
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Touch The Wall
Posted by
Marianne Kelley
February 14, 2022
In the summer months, our family has the same routine each Tuesday. Check in with our 3 swimmers at 4:00, warm ups…
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Reverence
Posted by
Marianne Kelley
February 1, 2022
I started dance lessons when I was 5 years old, way back in the 80’s, when white jazz shoes were in style,…
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When Do Dancers Begin Pointe?
Posted by
Marianne Kelley
February 1, 2022
When do dancers begin pointe? It’s not uncommon for a dancer as young as 8 to start asking… “when can I go…
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