Fred Johnson on the Healing Power of Music: A Conversation Bridging Art and Science
Fred Johnson on the Healing Power of Music: A Conversation Bridging Art and Science In a recent episode of The Ongoing Transformation podcast by Issues in Science and Technology, Tampa Bay’s own Fred Johnson shares compelling insights into the transformative power of music. As a community engagement specialist and artist-in-residence at both the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and the National Academy of Sciences, Johnson brings a unique voice to the dialogue between art, health, and science. Joined by neurologist Dr. Sweta Adatia, the conversation explores how music
April Newsletter
April 1, 2025 Dear Dance Enthusiasts, It has been an exciting start to the new year, and Dance Tampa Bay has been hard at work, forging partnerships and creating opportunities for our vibrant artistic community. We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with Florida Blue, an endeavor aimed at bringing affordable healthcare to our members and the broader community. With premiums starting as low as $35 a month, Florida Blue is committed to tailoring health services to your needs, emphasizing preventive medicine to ensure that you
Tampa Bay Takes Center Stage at Red Bull Dance Your Style South USA
Tampa Bay Takes Center Stage at Red Bull Dance Your Style South USA The electrifying Red Bull Dance Your Style competition continues its nationwide journey, and Tampa Bay dancers are making their presence felt in a major way. As the battles heat up across the country, the Tampa scene is proving why Florida's west coast is a force to be reckoned with in the freestyle dance world. Cleveland Qualifier: Tampa Bay Brings the Heat The recent Cleveland Qualifier showcased the depth of Tampa Bay's dance talent with standout performances from
Can You Hear Me? Listening to Body Signals to Prolong Dance Careers -How pre-injury warning signs can promote wellness in our dancing community by Courtney Moody
Can You Hear Me? Listening to Body Signals to Prolong Dance Careers How pre-injury warning signs can promote wellness in our dancing community by Courtney Moody As dancers, we love to push the limit. Too often, our drive to push harder and farther than the day before causes problems. Every dancer has pushed through pain at some point in their education or career. For a group of individuals so used to listening to their bodies, we do a great job at tuning out pain and pushing through. But what
October Newsletter
December 17, 2024 Dear Dance Enthusiast, As we approach the new year, it is important to reflect on the challenges and successes of 2024. Although hurricanes, Helene and Milton, left many of us with impromptu planning, and leaving destruction for some in the wake, they also gave us the opportunity to show the world how we work together. We have the chance to reassess our needs, act on it and become stronger for it. This year, Dance Tampa Bay focused on visibility, awareness and advocacy. In receiving the Community Arts Impact Grant (CAIG) from Hillsborough
December Newsletter
Our latest Dance Tampa Bay Newsletter is available here! DTB December Newsletter
Dance Rising Tampa Bay featured Article in 83 Degrees
We are honored to have coverage from our beloved 83 Degrees! More about the program
Best of the Bay- Best Dancer – Congratulations Shelby Russ!
Shelby Russ,Tampa City Ballet, was named Best Dancer by Creative Loafing in Best of the Bay. Congratulations!! Photo credit to Sorcha Augustine.
Moving Through Grief &Loss
Moving Through Grief &Loss When: the 4th Saturday of every month 2024 (July 27, Aug 24, Sept 28, Oct 26, Nov 23, Dec 28 Time: 2pm to 3:30 pm, with overtime as needed Covering: the 5 basic stages of grief with discussion, dance performances, Find Your Smile Again dance lesson with attendees, &relaxation techniques "some props wil be on hand' (long skirts, dance veils, fedoras, handkerchiefs, and bring items to share to find joy and release tension and stress) Pre-registration encouraged but walk ins welcome For ages 13 and up or contact us Who we are: Cheryl
Jimmy Award Winning Student, Best Dancer – Congratulations, Alana Hogan!!
Congratulations to Alana Hogan for bringing home Best Dancer at The Jimmy Awards! What an accomplishment - we are so proud of you and Dylan for representing Tampa and the Straz Center with your talents. Welcome home! Alana Hogan, a recent graduate of Gibbs High School, was named Best Dancer at the National High School Musical Theatre Awards, known as the Jimmy Awards. Her award, presented by The Shubert Organization, came with a $2,500 scholarship. She was recognized for excellence in dance and movement. In May, Alana won the Broadway Star