Life as a Modern Dancer
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Back in Fall 2017, Life as a Modern Dancer launched One Good Quote for post-performance discussion and writing. The goals were multi-fold: The premise is simple, and 8 years later, still offers a valuable platform for artists and audience members alike. If you experienced the live performance of SHOUT IN…
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Dance Classes with Children Ages 1-5 Years Old
As we prepare for the new school year, I asked 20 friends and colleagues to share the favorite moves these days with their children ages…
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On the Topic of “Careers in Higher Education”: A Reading List for a Graduate Course (UPDATED August 2018)
Jan Erkert (yellow shirt) Multiple Pathways: Highlighting 10 Professors with Tenure On Chairing a Dance Department: Part One On Chairing a Dance Department, Part Two…
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College Course Discussion and Reading Material: Economic Realities of Dance in America
Photo credit: little seismic dance company (Katie Faulkner) When asked about "current curiosities," Bay Area choreographer Katie Faulkner wrote: How will I go about making the next…
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New Ideas for the New School Year: Three High School Dance Teachers Share
Creative-based projects….community-based dance….and the beginner's mind…. From Kristin Blatzheim of Apple Valley High School (Apple Valley, MN): After a few experiences with my students last…
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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.
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