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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Quote for Today: From Cynthia Oliver
I LOVE dance. It has saved my life so many times. It has taken me across the globe and introduced me to folks and cultures I…
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Mission Statements: 13 Examples
Image: From AXIS Dance Company Writing the Mission Statement for your organization, or re-writing it? Consider these 13 stellar examples from various dance companies,…
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“My Dance Week”: Life in Higher Ed
The "My Dance Week" column challenges artists to write out, or sketch out, a week in their world – teaching, commuting, rehearsing, training, family time,…
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The Arts Administrator’s Alphabet: The Letter P
Design: Jenny Lederer www.jennylederer.com Throughout 2017, we will be using the alphabet as a novel way to unpack the many concepts of arts administration. Please…
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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.
