Life as a Modern Dancer
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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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One Good Quote: “Diffusion” with FACT/SF (May 1 and 2, 2021)
In Fall 2017, Life as a Modern Dancer launched a new concept for post-performance discussion and writing. The goals are multi-fold: What are new ways to…
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One Good Quote: “As Is” with Jennifer Perfilio Movement Works (April 2021)
Dancers (left to right) Emma Lanier, Samuel Melecio-Zambrano, and Shareen DeRyan. Photo by Jennifer Perfilio. In Fall 2017, Life as a Modern Dancer launched a new…
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The Final Words: Black Dancers in Higher Education Call to Action
The Final Words: Black Dancers in Higher Education Call to Action By Camryn Eaglin I introduced the series Black Dancers in Higher Education…
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Discover Dance Writing
Cover of Black Dance Magazine, Winter 2020 issue Discover Dance Writing By Camryn Eaglin During my internship at Life as a Modern Dancer, one of…
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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.
