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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…
Photo: Eric Gillet 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…
From Blog Director Jill Randall: Please join us for several posts with choreographer Kristin Damrow throughout the next 3 weeks, leading up to the premiere…
Nia Love. Photo by Ciceley Fullylove. From Blog Director Jill Randall: A colleague recently asked for my help to compile a reading list for her…
For an Undergraduate Course: 45 Questions and Prompts for Post-Performance Discussions These 45 prompts are to spark reflection and dialogue after experiencing a professional performance.…

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