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Millennium Professional Ballroom 2016
One of the many highlights in what was a fabulous Festival of competition, was the Millennium Professional Ballroom Championship. Befitting the magical theme, was the standard of magic created and craftsmanship on display throughout the entire competition. From the first round there were already some difficult decisions for the adjudicators to contemplate.
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Report by: Alan Dixon
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Photos by: Alex Rowan Dancesport Photography
Open Pro Latin – Manhattan Dance Championships
First of all, I would like to congratulate the producers, Gary McDonald and Diana McDonald along with their amazing team, who fabulously organized the Manhattan Dancesport Championship at the beautiful "Marriot New York at the Brooklyn Bridge". I have been attending this event for many years and they never cease to amaze me.
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Report by: Christiane Primeau
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Photos by: Charles Ryder
Open Pro Rhythm at Millennium Dancesport 2016
First of all I would like to thank Didio and Keith for asking me to write this article for the Millennium Dancesport Championships. This was an absolutely amazing event: gorgeous ballroom, great quality dancing, world class judging panel and fantastic show!
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Report by: Ilya Reyzin
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Photos by: Alex Rowan Dancesport Photography
Manhattan Dance Championships – it’s a “Must!”
There is no doubt in my mind that Manhattan Dance Championships is a “must” for serious competitors in the USA today and this includes all levels and grades. Organized by one of our highest profile duos, former World 10-Dance Champions, Gary McDonald and Diana McDonald, the competitive elements are all in place - great panel of judges, good-sized ballroom and of course, plenty of competition in your heat!
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Report by: Keith Todd
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Photos by: Charles Ryder
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Millennium Dancesport Championships 2016: Professional Open Smooth Division
The Millennium Dancesport Championship is truly one of the leading dance events in the world and this year’s competition surpassed all expectations. The Professional Open Smooth division was no exception, drawing a field made up of all of the current top competitors.
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Report by: Sid Pocius
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Photos by: Alex Rowan DanceSport Photography
Manhattan 2016: Open Professional Ballroom
I had really good time watching the Professional Standard at the Manhattan Dancesport Championships. My overall impression of this event was that many couples tried too hard so the performance was not as good as I have seen them dance in the studio. Out of 24 couples the judges chose a great semi-final.
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Report by: Ieva Pauksena
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Photos by: Charles Ryder
Social Graces: A Ballroom Etiquette Column
Just a bit more respect, please! This was the topic of discussion at an event when I was talking to International Latin Champion, choreographer, studio and event owner, Paul Killick.
For over 10 years Cher Rutherford has been dispensing her own style of etiquette advice in the pages of Dance Beat. We are now happy to offer this sage wisdom to our online readers and don’t forget if you have a question for Cher, you can reach her through our email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..