Life as a Modern Dancer
Sharing stories, offering resources
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*This writing was originally published on September 28, 2026 on the pateldanceworks website. Shared here with permission by the author. Turning Toward Exquisite Attention by Bhumi B Patel I’ve been thinking a lot about the many times protesters have used mirrors facing the aggressors as shields so that those approaching…
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Catching Up with Julia Burrer (Artist Profile #69)
Photo: Hope Davis Julia first wrote for Life as a Modern Dancer in August 2014. Today, Julia shares a bit about her current career and…
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Quote for Today: From Risa Jaroslow
Being in a studio with dancers, making movement and choreography, is where I am a completely integrated human. Whatever else I’m dealing with or worrying…
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For Studio Instructors: Weekly Ideas and Reflection Questions for Fall Semester Youth Classes (Week #9)
From Blog Director Jill Randall: I created this list of 30 questions/ideas for my employees this fall, and I thought that you might enjoy joining…
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The Evolution of { DIYdancer } From Website to Print Journal
By Candice Thompson ——- From Blog Director Jill Randall: I am constantly on the lookout for dance blogs, websites, podcasts, new dance critics, and innovative…
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I’m Jill, the creator and editor for this site. I am passionate about sharing artists’ journeys and offering resources and inspiration for the field.
