Lets talk props! Throughout my years dancing and competing I've witness and been part of several routine where props have been involved. Many times choreographers use props in their routines to create a scene or setting. Other times props are directly involved as a piece of choreography and sometimes it's a mixed of both. Routines are sometimes created around the use of the prop and other times it is just there for "decoration". I've seen routines in which props were used brilliantly and others which potentially ruined the choreography. Dance competitions are normally very fond of props from pictures frames to full out scenery. Most competitions require the props to be used for X amount of time throughout the dance which can be a challenge to the choreographer. Choreographers may use props in an abstract way or make it's purpose very obvious. Using props can sometimes be very difficult but when used correctly it can be magical. I believe in order to create a successful piece of art the prop must be used creatively. Take a look at these videos below of some of my favorite prop enhanced routines. Enjoy, put on your favorite song, grab the nearest item and get creative :)
Lost - Choreography by Just Plain Dancing
Calling You SYTYCD season 2 - Choreography by Mia Michaels
Love Lockdown SYTYCD season 5 - Choreography by Tabitha & Napoleon
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