Articles from the ‘DanceCast’ collection

A headshot of Gladys smiling with arms crossed in front of her. She is wearing red.

Steering Dance into the Unknown

 Gladys Agulhas, a dance artist, choreographer, and dance facilitator who has pioneered disability dance practices in South Africa, reflects on the state of inclusive dance in her country.

February 10, 2025  |  Read Article

Kate has her arms in front of her face, one hand opening in front of her face and the other arm ending at the wrist. She wears a black shirt that says "The future is accessible." Her hair is in a bun.

Rethinking Disabled Leadership in Dance

Kate Marsh, a disabled dance artist, researcher, and an assistant professor at Coventry University in the UK, reflects on how the discourse on disability has evolved during her career.

February 6, 2025  |  Read Article

Devin does a backbend on a wooden floor. One arm is up and the other arm support their weight. They are wearing black.

Access is An Ongoing Process

Dance artist Devin Hill reflects on their undergraduate experience as a student with a disability and how institutions need to start taking responsibility for making their dance programs accessible and available to students with disabilities.

September 26, 2024  |  Read Article

Jasmiina guides six dancers in a studio. There are four standing dancers and two wheelchair dancers. They make various poses.

The Value of Studying Dance

Jasmiina Sipilä is the leading teacher in the dance department of Vocational College Live in Helsinki, Finland, where they offer the only professional dance degree for dancers with special needs in the country.

September 23, 2024  |  Read Article