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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  • Low Residency Masters Programs in the United States

    Jill Randall – MFA candidate at Saint Mary's College of California; photo by David Gaylord This fall, the Life as a Modern Dancer Blog is highlighting…

  • Spotlight on MFA Programs: UCLA

    Degrees offered: M.F.A. in Dance, M.A. in Culture and Performance, and Ph.D. in Culture and Performance Department’s website: http://www.wacd.ucla.edu/ Audition and application deadlines: Application due November 1 to be considered…

  • MFA Dance in Review – Call for Submissions

    Last year, I began a simple website to offer an opportunity and forum for dance criticism about MFA dance concerts. I believe that dance reviews…

  • My Dance Week: Kristin Damrow

    Kristin Damrow is a San Francisco based choreographer. She began her professional career in Chicago while earning a B.A. in Dance from Columbia College. Since…

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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.