My
earliest childhood memories are of playing records and dancing in my living
room, I can't really imagine what life would be like without dance! It really
is a universal language.
I
tried a Middle Eastern dance class when there was a schedule change at my
regular studio, and I was immediately hooked. It is a completely different way
of moving than Western dance forms, and it allows you to relate to your body in
a more nuanced and internal way.
What
surprised me most about this dance form is that I would love it so much! As I
have been immersing myself in different dance forms over the years, I still
keep coming back to Middle Eastern dance. There are many different folkloric
styles within this dance form, and I am very interested in the dance rituals
used as spiritual practices and for healing. But, time management is always a
challenge between training, rehearsals, and a full time office job.
I
was a fan of the company for several years before I was invited to join, so I'm
very excited to be able to contribute to such professional performances. I also
enjoy getting swept up in the theatricality of the storytelling pieces. The
repertoire includes many styles of dance, which is great to be able to practice
with such attention to detail.
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