Published in People Play Dance·PinnedMember-onlyImprovisation in DanceDeveloping Presence through Movement — Improvisation in dance is usually referring to spontaneous or semi-structured movements. Rather than learning choreography as a specific sequence of known steps to match key points in the music, the moves are completely random or prompted by a simple word or phrase. In theory, improvisation is simple. Make up the…Dance2 min readDance2 min read
Published in People Play Dance·PinnedMember-onlyTips for Filming your Dance PracticeFilming your dance practice is a great way to look back and reflect on what’s going well and what you could work on. However, there’s a big difference between getting the right shot for social media and valuable practice footage. …Dance2 min readDance2 min read
Published in People Play Dance·PinnedMember-onlyHow to Set Smarter Goals for your Dance PracticeLet’s talk about setting goals for dance. — When it comes to creating a solid plan to reach your dance dreams, the more specific you can get, the more likely you are to be successful. A concept I learned from my studies in social media strategy is to set S.M.A.R.T. goals. …Dance2 min readDance2 min read
PinnedMember-onlyCultivating Digital WanderlustI invite you to close your eyes and travel back in your mind to the last time you remember wandering. Where did you go? How did you feel? Some of my favorite places to wander are museums and library exhibits. I find a deep sense of calm joy, looking through…Digital Wellness2 min readDigital Wellness2 min read
Published in Family Stories·Feb 15Member-onlyThe White-haired Man on the WallFor my Grandfather. — You stand there and peer at a face that peers back. He wears his best blue Naval suit. You can’t avoid those stern eyes that follow as you shift through the room. Safely bound within his gaze like an all-seeing watchtower. Gazing back at his portrait, I travel to a…Family History1 min readFamily History1 min read
Feb 15Member-onlyHey Now-Magic Words to Guide Your LifeA blast of jazz horns through headphones sends a shock up my spine. These first notes I know well, and my eyes lock to the ground in search. As a crescendo of coins appears before me, I can’t help but dance in the serendipity down the street. “Hey Now” is…Money Mindset2 min readMoney Mindset2 min read
Feb 14Member-onlyContent CreationA brief poem. — If I created content for everything I do, I’d lose the time I set aside to be myself with you.Creativity1 min readCreativity1 min read
Published in People Play Dance·Feb 12Member-onlyWhy Do We Dance?A funny thing happened to me this week while hosting the Decades Dance Party at Adventure City Theme Park. There I was, outside on a break from theme park dance parties and a small human runs up to me. Small Human: You were the one who showed us the dances? …Dance1 min readDance1 min read
Published in People Play Dance·Feb 12Member-onlyA Day of Dance PartiesOne of my favorite dance gigs is hosting dance parties for kids at a local theme park. The days are structured similarly, although there are always fun surprises happening throughout the day. For those who might be interested, here is a little breakdown of what a typical day in life…Dance2 min readDance2 min read
Published in People Play Dance·Feb 1Member-onlyWrite for People Play Dance!Submission Guidelines Updated 3/13/2023 — Thank you for your interest in becoming a writer for the People Play Dance publication. What is People Play Dance? I am specifically looking for writers who have real experience in performing arts to share their stories and discussions. If you think your experiences would make you a good fit for this publication, I invite…Submission Guidelines3 min readSubmission Guidelines3 min read
