backup dancer
Behind the star
A backup dancer performs behind or alongside a lead performer, providing choreographed movement that enhances a musical act without drawing primary focus.
The role requires precision and synchronization with other dancers: She started as a backup dancer before launching her solo career.
Also called background dancer.
- chorusSingers performing together
- ensembleUnified group or outfit
- backgroundOne's formative experiences
- behind the scenesOut of public view
- choreographyDesigning performance movement sequences
body roll · jazz hands · stage · stage left · tour · spotlight · formation · sync · hit the mark · rehearsal · crew · troupe · hip-hop · music video · pop star · costume · leotard · heels
- Dancerssoloist, ballerina, breakdancer, b-boy, prima ballerina
- backup rolesvice president, deputy, understudy, reserve player, second chair
- performersactor, actress, singer, musician, comedian
- nightclub performersDJ, singer, club DJ, house DJ, drag queen
- backupsstandby, reserve, substitute, stand-in, failsafe
- stage dancerschorus girl, chorus boy, showgirl, trouper
backup dancerheadliner
Top-billed performer
lead performer · star · main act · solo artist · principal dancer
backup dancerlead dancer
Chief performer in choreography
principal · soloist · prima donna · dance captain · choreographer
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