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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…
Photo courtesy of Mark Morris Dance Group Hometown: Highland Park, IL Current city: Brooklyn, NY Age: 39 Attended an arts high school? No.…
Each week following an artist's post, reflection questions and research ideas will get posted. These are aimed towards college level courses (senior seminar, composition, dance…
Once a month, an artist will sketch out or write out (literally) his/her week. One of the hardest things for a young dancer to…
AXIS Dance Company in "Divide." Photo by Andrea Basille. Hometown: Moraga, CA Current city: Oakland, CA Age: 34 College and degree: Amherst College, BA Psychology…

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.