Ballet Terminology
This term refers to the outward rotation of the legs from the hips, not the feet or knees.
Turnout
Witney Carson
This dance style uses French terminology, barre exercises, and center work
Ballet
How long has the studio been open?
10 years
West Chester University
A traveling step where the dancer slides one foot out, transfers weight, and brings the other foot to meet it.
Chasse
The choreographer for Katseye's Milkshake Gap ad.
Robbie Blue
emphasizes isolations, grooves, and often battles or freestyles
Hip Hop
How many teachers are there at ABDA?
10
What studio did Miss Angela grow up at?
Anna Marie Dance Studio
This term describes a smooth, flowing quality of movement, often slow and sustained.
Adagio
Who is Tate McRae's choreographer?
Sean Bankhead
This style blends ballet, contemporary, and jazz
Lyrical
What is the studio elf's name?
Sugar Plum
How many kids does Miss Diana have?
4
A jump that takes off from two feet and lands on one foot.
Sissonne
The choreographer who created Rihanna's superbowl halftime performance.
Parris Goebel
A theatrical, high-energy style often performed in heels, combining jazz technique with attitude and commercial appeal
Commercial Dance
What was the studio called before it was ABDA?
What company is Miss Gabby a Head Judge for?
One Beat
This term describes the direction of a movement that travels away from the supporting leg.
En dehors
What choreographer danced back up for Britney Spears and now owns a dance convention?
Brian Friedman
Originating in the early 20th century, this style often involves contractions, floor work, and expressive storytelling.
Modern
What month and year was the studio opened?
August 2016
What was the name of the song Miss Cait danced to for an MTV Billboard music video?
Be Myself