By: Christina Ricucci

ChoreographyGrowing up a competitive dancer, I’ve always been given solo/group choreography to master and improve. I’ve been so incredibly lucky to work with some of the most amazing artists and choreographers in the industry, and every time we create together, something magical happens. We both learn something new every time. Of course, it does take time to completely get into the feel of new movement so I can completely master it. Sometimes that means tweaking the moves here and there to make it feel right on your body, but still maintaining the same foundation your choreographer has given you. This forces us to use our creative minds and expand our choreographic skills.

Personally, I didn’t started choreographing until I was 14. Many people I know started younger, but it is never too late. Learning out how choreograph has given me a better understanding of my own movement what I like/don’t like. Now let’s be realistic here; your dance career only lasts so long. Most dancers transition into choreography once they get to a certain point in their dance careers. When the time is right, you’ll just know. In the mean time, it’s always good to practice! So keep on growing and exploring with choreography, because there is so much to learn!