Articles from the ‘Viewpoints’ collection

Aiano demonstrates a reach upward and backward with their other hand on their stomach. Students in the mirror behind her watch and follow.

Coming Home

Aiano Nakagawa, a dance artist, educator, facilitator, writer, and event producer in the Bay Area, shares their story confronting and overcoming their body image inner demons.

Janet stands and talks in a microphone on a dark lit stage. A podium is behind her and she holds a book she's reading from.

Women at the Top: Leaders in Dance

Kathryn Roszak looks at the state of women leadership in major dance companies through talking to Wendy Whelan, Associate Artistic Director at New York City Ballet; Janet Eilber, Artistic Director at Martha Graham Dance Company; and Lia Cirio, Principal Dancer/Choreographer at Boston Ballet.