Country line dancing emerged in the 1970s and has since become such a staple at dance bars that many might assume it existed since the days of the Old West. The appeal is understandable: the choreography is mostly minimal and contact non-existent. Anyone with a little bit of rhythm can line dance. “I love line dancing because it’s by yourself and with others at the same … [Read more...]
The Horne Fine Art Gallery/Studio
Karen Horne creates art from art. Dancers float in soft pastel colors. She often listens to music while she paints. When she did a big waltz painting, she put on waltz music to help her feel the speed and whirling action. As Karen talks about her artwork, big band music plays in the background of her studio. While speaking, Karen gestures gracefully, as if dancing. In … [Read more...]
Pole Dancing Competition Too Sexy
Davis County Commissioner Bret Millburn "has an issue" with the overly sexy way pole dancing is portrayed and attempted to stop fitness competition. by Rebecca Edwards After an embroiled controversy, Davis County Commissioner Bret Millburn has relented and approved Utah's first pole dancing contest. Utah Stories first explored the fitness side of pole dancing in our top … [Read more...]
Studio Soiree Offers a New Spin On Pole Dancing
Studio Soiree is a new business in Sugar House offering pole fitness lessons. Participants include men learning acrobatic manuvers shaping up for rock climbing. Niqui Eastman knew that opening a pole dancing studio in Salt Lake City, Utah would be a challenge given the highly conservative nature of most citizens. Pole dancing lessons have been popular in the Eastern United … [Read more...]