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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A Year of Wellness: Post for November
From Blog Director Jill Randall: Hello community! I know that it has been many months since I posted for this specific column (though the Artists'…
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The Artists’ Gratitude Project: Week 47 (Mistakes)
The 2018 Artists’ Gratitude Project: A Weekly Practice The potential for positivity, hope, change, and appreciation. Do you feel the dichotomy? Many artists come from…
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One Good Quote: Social Movement by Molly Rose-Williams
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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A Reflection on “Small Boobs” by Nora Sharp
Nora Sharp. Photo by Naomi Ishisaka, courtesy of On the Boards. A Reflection on “Small Boobs” by Nora Sharp By Molly Rose-Williams It’s dark in…
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