Yulia Arakelyan: “It’s Not ‘Despite,’ It’s Because Of Our Unique Bodies”
“It’s because of our unique bodies that we are the amazing dancers (and people) that we are.” Portland-based dance artist Yulia Arakelyan discusses common misconceptions and the need to include more diverse bodies in the field, as part of the Discussing Disability in Dance Project.
Read articleCharlene Curtiss: “They’re Missing the Best Part”
“Integrated dance has finally risen to the level where we can start being critical about it.” Seattle-based dance artist Charlene Curtiss reflects on her career and the evolution of the field as part of the Discussing Disability in Dance Project.
Read articleBill Shannon: “Space, Light, Time, and The Human Condition”
“Dance is space, light, time and the human condition.” Interdisciplinary artist Bill Shannon discusses art-making and disability as part of the Discussing Disability in Dance Project.
Read articleSidiki Conde: “Dance Is About Happiness”
“Happiness comes from the movement in dance, and everybody can move.” West African dancer/drummer Sidiki Conde shares his story as part of the Discussing Disability in Dance Project.
Read articleSome Thoughts on Allyship and Path Building
Thoughts on allyship and building paths – to studios, to social safety nets, and to justice – from Stance on Dance’s editor Emmaly Wiederholt.
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