Adrienne is a fine arts writer, specializing in dance. Her love of dance and experiences over the years as an adult ballet student and belly dance student give her special insight into the world of dance. Adrienne’s articles are guides for dance students of all ages and dance parents of children. She can tell you the what to look for in dance classes as well as give tips for progressing in dance.

Dance Writing Samples

Ballerina Keenan Kampa’s journey from ballet to acting

Adult Ballet: Starting ballet with limited flexibility

Grand Rapids Ballet: Annabel Lopez Ochoa’s vision for ‘Dangerous Liaisons’

Grand Rapids Ballet’s ‘Swan Lake’ is radiant and emotional

Grand Rapids Ballet gives magical performance with heart in ‘Cinderella’

Grand Rapids Ballet brings Chris Van Allsburg’s art to life in ‘Nutcracker’

Grand Rapids Ballet: How choreographer Val Caniparoli creates ‘Nutcracker’ magic

Grand Rapids Ballet: Get to know ‘Movemedia II’ choreographer Susan Jaffe

Benefits of Dance Class for Boys

Adult Ballet: Begin ballet as an adult