Articles from the ‘Viewpoints’ collection

From the Shelter to the Classroom

After recently being appointed director of the National Dance Institute of New Mexico’s Hiland Theater in Albuquerque, Steven Melendez shares his goals in his new position, as well as how his past uniquely informs his ability to connect to his students, especially those who are underserved.

August 26, 2019  |  Read Article

Building an Accessible Space

Subashini Ganesan, founder and director of New Expressive Works - a performing arts venue in Portland, OR, discusses her curatorial philosophy and how she has built an accessible space.

August 22, 2019  |  Read Article

Erin: I Practice Patience

For the past seven years, Erin has been writing in every year, describing her life in dance. This year, while dancing in San Francisco, she learned to practice patience and build sustainable personal practices.

August 15, 2019  |  Read Article

Sydney: I’ll Never Settle

For the past seven years, Sydney has been writing in every year, describing her life in dance. This year brought opportunities to perform in New York City and her first steps as a professional.

August 8, 2019  |  Read Article