#86: 3 Myths About Facial Expressions in Dance

#86: 3 Myths About Facial Expressions in Dance

May 7, 2026 · 20 min · Season 1 · Episode 86

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Brittany Noltimier discusses three myths about facial expressions in dance and how they impact performance quality.

A lot of dancers are told to “just smile more” or “feel the music”… but what if facial expressions in dance are actually a TRAINED skill? In this episode, I’m breaking down 3 huge myths about facial expressions and performance quality that keep dancers looking awkward, disconnected, or uncomfortable on stage — even when they’re technically strong dancers. We’ll talk about: ✨ Why expression does NOT just come naturally ✨ Why confidence usually isn’t the real issue ✨ How dancers can actually tr...

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