In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to someone who has a question about their dance instructor.

Dear Eric: As a Spanish-American, my ancestors from Spain have resided in the United States since long before the first Thanksgiving. When one acquaintance inquired about my origin, I assumed he meant ...

Dear Eric: I have been taking dance classes from the same instructor for years. There are a number of us students who would like to see more technique, as opposed (or in addition) to more steps, ...