Christelle Dreyer: “We Have to Prove We Can Move”
“In South Africa, 90 percent of the time I am the only person with a wheelchair in dance classes.” Christelle Dreyer describes her experience and insights being one of only a handful of dancers who use a wheelchair in her country.
Read articleJerron Herman: “A Political Understanding of Disability”
“If we increase the variety of participation, we will all be able to create in a way that feels sustainable.” New York City-based Jeron Herman shares how more artists with disabilities are needed in more contexts so the field doesn’t become a monolith.
Read articleDiscussing Disability in Dance Book Project Fundraiser
We are excited to announce the launch of the Discussing Disability in Dance book project FUNDRAISER! Please donate to support the publication of this groundbreaking interview series.
Read articleTurning Setbacks into Comebacks
Zazel-Chavah O’Garra, artistic director of ZCO/DANCE PROJECT in NYC, reflects on how the effects of her benign brain tumor caused her to become an advocate for physically integrated dance.
Read articleMaija Karhunen: “I Can Make Space For Myself”
“I can make space for myself when I need and want to!” Finnish dance artist Maija Karhunen discusses her experiences with othering and politeness as part of the Discussing Disability in Dance Project.
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