Articles from the ‘Interviews’ collection

A group of performers on a stage wear bright, ballet folklorico dresses and hold out the flowing skirts while dancing.

The Abuelita Movement

Las Abuelitas de Oro, a group of women in their 60s, 70s, and 80s who perform ballet folklórico in San Antonio, Texas, demonstrate the value of cultural and intergenerational exchange.

May 18, 2026  |  Read Article

Dancers in a ballet class stand in first position with raised arms around barres in a spacious studio with mirrored walls and industrial-style architecture.

A Home for Young Dancers

Karah Abiog, founder of The Training Ground SF, describes how she provides a supportive space for young dancers to grow artistically, bridge the gap to professional careers, and contribute to a revitalized Bay Area dance community.

May 11, 2026  |  Read Article

A black-and-white photograph shows Rachael and Jess standing close together against a dark, reflective wall, both leaning forward with open mouths and relaxed postures, captured mid-movement in an urban outdoor setting.

Dancing a Mercurial Legacy

Courtney King contemplates the mercurial nature of legacy with Rachael Dichter, a dance artist in the Bay Area and partner of the late choreographer Jess Curtis.

April 27, 2026  |  Read Article

Iega speaks to a group of dancers huddled around him on a stage.

Facilitating Human Communication and Connection

Kevin Iega Jeff reflects on his life as a dancer, choreographer, and institution builder, using the creation of "Noi-Tar-Gim"—inspired by his father’s migration from the Jim Crow South—to explore how dance can foster human development, communal connection, and the preservation of Black artistic legacy.

April 6, 2026  |  Read Article