AK Backstage

AK Artist, Ayaka, is a freelance dancer and teacher based in New York City. She started dancing when she was three years old, following her older sister. “When I was about 10 or 12 I...

Lisa is one of our AK Team members. Here are some of her tips of how to start your new year strong and confident. Reflect from Past Year and Prepare for the New Year Start...

AK Intern Lila shares her top time-management tips for balancing dance, school, and drill team life—watch her full AK Backstage interview for real-life strategies and inspiration. At AK Dancewear, we love spotlighting the incredible young...

As a second year trainee with Oklahoma City Ballet, I have learned a lot about the process to transition from student to trainee being in a professional environment. With these helpful tips that I picked...

Ballet Dancers are known to be prone to injuries due to the enormous amount of stress they put on their bodies each and every day. Therefore, it is extremely important to learn injury prevention and...

Summer intensives are one of the most exciting parts of a dancer’s year! They’re full of growth, new friendships, and unforgettable moments in the studio. But with long days of dancing, it’s essential to take...

It’s spring, which means it’s time for dance recitals. This is the most exciting time for dancers, parents, and teachers to enjoy the incredible dancing that students have worked on throughout the year! Recital season...

To truly make the most of ballet company auditions season, Alexis advises starting with thorough research on the companies you’re interested in. By understanding each company’s style, repertoire, and values, you can tailor your approach...

Audition season is just around the corner, and as the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to start getting organized. In this episode of AK Backstage, professional ballerina Alexis Breen shares valuable...