About: Sydney Charisse
Posts by: Sydney Charisse
Social Dancing in a time of Social Distancing
Social Dancing in a time of Social Distancing: An Online Social Dance Education Revolution Hey International Dance Family! So last Wednesday evening literally as I was announcing a new program of weekly classes in Chicago, Trump … Read More »
The Magic of the Lady Lead
In a recently published blog post “The Myth of ‘Just Follow’ – & Why It’s Wrong“, author, dancer, and traveler Tanya Karen writes: “Having a good frame; being light; adjusting tension; responding to a variety of … Read More »
Becoming a Traveling Zouk Artist
Five months ago I was just setting out on the adventure of a lifetime and wrote this piece in a quiet cafe overlooking Lake Michigan while procrastinating on my written thesis. I had just finished up … Read More »
Sydney’s Zouk Thesis
Speaking from the heart: I found Zouk two years ago in New York City and fell in love. Since then, I have traveled throughout North America, Europe, and Rio to dance and to learn, and when … Read More »
How Do We Connect?
I am a very lucky gal when it comes to friends. The other day, I posted a question on my Facebook and engaged friends from all over the world and diverse circles of my life. I … Read More »