Teachers’ “Footloose” parody goes viral
Two Wisconsin teachers created a joyful back-to-school video set to “Footloose” that went viral and earned national morning-show coverage.
Two Wisconsin teachers created a joyful back-to-school video set to “Footloose” that went viral and earned national morning-show coverage.
The 30th anniversary of Footloose was honored at UCSB with a screening and Q&A featuring Dean, reflecting the film’s lasting impact on generations of fans.
“Holding Out for a Hero” and “Fame” were performed by top a cappella groups on NBC, showcasing the lasting power of Dean’s melodies in contemporary
During a school Skype visit, a North Kansas City student found his own name featured in Dean’s book — a moment that delighted the class
Dean’s third novel, Nickel Bay Nick, was released to strong critical praise and multiple awards, further establishing his voice in contemporary children’s literature.
The Simpsons opened its 25th season with a parody of “Fame,” bringing Dean’s work into one of television’s longest-running cultural institutions.
Kirkus Reviews offered an enthusiastic early review of Nickel Bay Nick, highlighting its humor, heart, and emotional stakes — setting the stage for its wide
The Off-Broadway revival of Carrie: The Musical, featuring Dean’s lyrics, received Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle nominations. The cast recording debuted at #1 on
Paramount’s revival of Footloose, based on Dean’s original screenplay and featuring six of his songs, introduced the story to a new generation. Blake Shelton’s single
Dean’s second novel, Captain Nobody, continued his success in children’s literature, with the audiobook earning another Grammy nomination and the book becoming a school and
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