Articles from the ‘Viewpoints’ collection

How We Move artists, facilitators, PCAs, and Access Doula gathered in a circle doing access check ins at the studio. Everyone is masked, and there are cordless microphones throughout the space. Folks are surrounded by different chair options, blankets, and cushions, and several people have mobility devices.

Moving at The Speed of Access

India Harville and JJ Omelagah describe How We Move, a groundbreaking, access-centered dance program that supports multiply marginalized disabled artists through collective care and redefines what inclusive creative spaces can look like.

August 4, 2025  |  Read Article

Three individuals are standing and interacting in a warmly lit, indoor or nighttime setting. The background is softly blurred. The central figure’s face is obscured by a blur, while the other two are partially visible in profile. All appear to be engaged in conversation or social interaction.

Everyone Dance: A Program of Joy

Stefanie Nelson, a choreographer in New York City, explores how her inclusive dance program, Everyone Dance, fosters joy and community among adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, transforming both her artistic practice and the lives of its participants.

July 21, 2025  |  Read Article

Two dancers sit on the floor wearing huge white tulle skirts and making gestures with their arms.

What the Hell Happened in San Francisco?

Emmaly Wiederholt shares her experience creating and performing a piece with her longtime friend Malinda LaVelle that wrestles with the idealism, dreams, and disillusionment of pursuing dance.

June 23, 2025  |  Read Article