DeanBarlow

Dancer, choreographer, teacher

Young Dean Barlow in a derby, leaning on a cane
Young Dean, derby and cane

Dance with Dean Barlow

Dean Barlow began performing professionally at 19, and tap became his calling. In the last years of Las Vegas's golden era, he worked with Frank Sinatra and Marlene Dietrich. In 1990 he shared a Primetime Emmy for choreography with Paula Abdul and Michael Darrin. For decades he's taught dancers in Los Angeles, Paula Abdul among them.

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The Roosevelt Hotel marquee billing Dean Barlow and Leon Kelner & Orchestra
The Roosevelt HotelOn the marquee: Dean Barlow, Leon Kelner & Orchestra

If somewhere along the way I helped you believe in yourself, then my life's work has been worthwhile.

Dean Barlow, Letter to My Students

There is always another step to learn, another detail to discover, and another way to become a better dancer.

Dean Barlow, Letter to My Students

The moment you stop learning is the moment you stop growing. Stay curious, stay open, and always be willing to discover something new.

Dean Barlow, Letter to My Students

Stay curious. Stay humble. And give the craft the same dedication and love that it has given you.

Dean Barlow, Letter to My Students

Wherever your journey takes you, I hope you always remember that you are capable of more than you think.

Dean Barlow, Letter to My Students