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Learn to Teach Ballroom Dancing - June 23, 2008
In just 1 week of intensive training, you can be well on the way to receiving USISTD certification as a Ballroom Dance Educator!
New Social Dance Classes - February 9, 2008
Move up to higher levels of Ballroom Dance in our new classes!
Season 5, week 6, DWTS - October 29, 2007
There were some judging surprises in DWTS this week, especially giving Jane and Tony such low scores.
The Stars Step Out - October 12, 2007
Season 5, week 3, DWTS performances came with a few surprises and a couple of dissappointments
Big Success! - September 26, 2007
Wow! The Houston Dance Community really pulled together on this one!
Shoe Guide for Dancers - July 14, 2007
Having the right shoes for the job and taking care of them properly are vital to good dancing.
Benefit for Ronnie Leverett - July 11, 2007
Ronnie and partner Alice (DuBose) Harrison were many times undefeated US Champions in American, International and Theatrical styles of dance and won many titles in all 3 styles.
Finale - Dancing With The Stars - June 16, 2007
The final report for season 4 of Dancing With The Stars
8th Week - Dancing with the Stars - May 8, 2007
Is Tinsel Town turning into Turkey Town? Can Cyrus' fans not see what torment they are causing all the bona fide dancers and dance aficionados? Let's get rid of the Cyrus Circus and bring back some genuine credibility to this show!
Phillip's DWTS Comments make it to ABC - May 6, 2007
Unknown to him, Phillip has a "blog" that now has a link to the ABC website!
Week 7 - Dancing with the Stars - May 1, 2007
There seems to be a disturbing trend with "fans" keeping non-dancers on the show while bumping better dancers off. Hopefully, this current trend won't continue
Dancing With The Stars - 2007 - March 7, 2007
The 4th season of Dancing With The Stars gets underway on Monday, March 19th
Gearing Up - January 3, 2007
A New Year has begun, and The Dance Place is gearing up with Classes, Practice Parties and Private Lessons - come on in and join the fun!
Dancing With The Stars - Week 10 - November 20, 2006
The best show of the season has run its course
Week 4 - Dancing With The Stars - October 4, 2006
Sara Evans needs to get busy if she wants to stay on Dancing With The Stars much longer. It's a close race at the bottom with Emmit, Sara and Jerry, but ONE of them WILL come in last.
Week 2 - Dancing With The Stars - September 26, 2006
Another exciting season of promoting dancing to the public is underway. Here are this author's views on the show from week 2.
Dancing With (or without) The Stars - September 9, 2006
Partnership Dancing Becomes More Popular with more "prime time" programs on TV this fall.
Love that Line Dance! - August 23, 2006
Going down to Rio? Or just to The Dance Place? In either case, you need to know the Samba!
Tango for Teens? - August 17, 2006
In addition to Tango for Teens, The Dance Place offers Cha-cha, Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing and Rumba, too!
Just in Time... - August 17, 2006
It's the end of August ( nearly! ) and cool weather will be here ... eventually! Just in Time for DANCE!
The Beat for Young Feet - July 25, 2006
Dance classes for Youngsters now available at The Dance Place
A Bit About Teachers - June 26, 2006
Do you take lessons from a certified dance instructor? Should dance instructors have academic qualifications in the field of dance?
Welcome Hunter & Maria Johnson - June 20, 2006
The Dance Place - and Houston - welcomes another superb competitive couple who are also both fantastic teachers and coaches.
Learn To Teach Dance! - May 20, 2006
Are you - or do you know someone who is - Interested in becoming a ballroom and Latin dance teacher? Both American and International style training courses are being offered by Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing Fellow and Examiner
Dancing With The Stars Finale - February 27, 2006
A rose by any other name - or victory - smells just as sweet!
Fashion at The Dance Place - February 1, 2006
Maria McGill - dance fashion designer for Dancing With The Stars and other dance-related shows - will soon be at The Dance Place!
For Young Dancers - January 25, 2006
Youngsters are becoming more interested in dance, and The Dance Place is taking "steps" to meet their needs.
Master P is STILL there??? - January 22, 2006
How is it possible that Master P is still on Dancing With The Stars?
The NEW Texas Challenge - January 10, 2006
A familiar name with a long history and a brand new beginning, the organizers of the NEW Texas Challenge promise to do all possible to make you feel welcome!
More Dancing with the Stars! - January 8, 2006
Last year, an estimated 28 MILLION people watched EACH EPISODE of Dancing with the Stars. With more stars than ever this year, millions more will watch this exciting show!
Dances with Owls - October 27, 2005
The Rice University Social Dance Society needs Volunteers and Dancers - Sunday, 11/13/2005
9th Place 10-Dancers - October 27, 2005
Houston couple finishes 9th in World 10-Dance Championships
Tango like J. Lo? - October 20, 2005
Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango Too! J. Lo can do them, what about you?
John VS Kelly - September 21, 2005
Was it all media "hype"? Was it all a gimmick to get millions of people to tune in and watch TV with family and friends? Did you call in and cast your vote?
Become a Teacher - July 17, 2005
Spaces in Phillip Stephens' Become a Teacher training program are going fast!
Better Laid Plans... - July 13, 2005
Well, things don't always work out the way we have them planned!
Dance with the Stars - July 12, 2005
Dancing with the Stars, on "finale" night, was watched by more than 22 Million people! This has caused a huge interest in dance lessons, making this a perfect time to go into the dance teaching profession.
Two Great Classes - July 12, 2005
Don't miss this opportunity to improve your Performance Power and learn all the Flicks, Kicks & Tricks needed for excelling on the dance floor.
Dance Books - June 2, 2005
We're more than just lessons: The Dance Place sells books containing the figures/steps that you learn for your exhibitions, competitions and tests.
Teachers Needed! - November 15, 2004
The demand for qualified dance teachers is on the rise: Will you help meet that demand?
"In the Good Old Summer Time..." - April 9, 2004
The Dance Place is "gearing up" for its annual Summer Show - one of Houston's "Summer Traditions."
A Major League Dance Championship - April 8, 2004
Competitive Dancers Take Note: Here's your chance to win a MAJOR LEAGUE Championship Title!
A Superbowl Dance Place - January 28, 2004
The Dance Place well-represented in the 2004 Superbowl Celebrations
2003 Holiday Show - October 14, 2003
The 19th Annual Holiday Show at The Dance Place is fast approaching!
Dance Parties - October 6, 2003
We have Dance Parties every Wednesday evening. Dust of those dancin' slippers and drop on down to The Dance Place from 8:15 - 10:00 PM every Wednesday Night
Even More Teachers at The Dance Place - January 30, 2003
The Dance Place Welcomes several more instructors