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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The Dancer is Present with Monica Bill Barnes
Screenshot from the website of Monica Bill Barnes and Company The Dancer is Present with Monica Bill Barnes By Garth Grimball Modern dance is being…
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On the Creation of “Meet Us Quickly with Your Mercy”
Clarissa Dyas. Photo by RJ Muna. On the Creation of Meet Us Quickly with Your Mercy By Jo Kreiter and Rahsaan Thomas In 2018, Jo…
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All of the Spirals
Today's musing/offering on the blog is inspired by Audrey Johnson's amazing improvisation class online this morning through Shawl-Anderson Dance Center. Thank you Audrey! (Read her…
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For Undergraduate and Graduate Improvisation Courses: Readings and Prompts (Updated December 2023)
Melecio Estrella. Photo by Jessica Swanson. Read Melecio's essay here. From Blog Director Jill Randall: Hello! Today I am pleased to share 10 essays about…
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