
Pace Takes the Stage

What does it take to be one of New York麻豆传媒檚 famed Radio City Rockettes?
A lot! Hundreds of dancers compete for just 80 spots, and this year 14 of those spots went to current Pace students and alumni.

Training Pace students in a variety of dance styles helps ensure they are versatile and prepared to take on iconic roles like the Rockettes, which require proficiency in ballet, tap, and jazz, according to the Christmas Spectacular麻豆传媒檚 飞别产蝉颈迟别.鈦
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