I originally choreographed this work at Howard University as a concert dance piece. Now that I’m revisiting the piece, I’m taking a completely different approach.
Reflections: 2019 was about planting seeds; Let's see what Blossoms in 2020!
Our dance community is not only growing, it’s morphing, and it makes me proud!
…The 1st 20 years of the 2000’s have been an incredibly fulfilling journey…Let’s see where we take it to next!
Getting to Know our Choreographers: Catherine Messina
“My work for Dance Canvas centers around the intersection of strangers lives: both at big moments in history and small moments in personal lives. I’m fascinated by the seemingly random moments of life that drive people together or apart, depending on how they handle a shared experience.”
NDEO Conference: A First Experience
The sense of community and camaraderie was palpable…It was incredible to be around so many dedicated teaching artists. To me, that sense of connection is vital…From new lesson ideas, teaching approaches, choreographic viewpoints and discussions, I was filled each day with new ideas and possibilities.
Meet Hoke Payne: A New Step; Joining The Dance Canvas Team
I am excited and honored to be joining the Dance Canvas team for the 2019-2020 season! I have already met incredible and talented people here and I am sure I will meet many more. This season I am interning with Dance Canvas through my university, Kennesaw State, and have already had the privilege of working…
Britt Whitmoyer Fishel; from ATL to PA
We caught up with Britt to chat about what life has been like for her since her move and what’s up next on her plate: Tell us about your new position! “Since moving to Philadelphia, I have joined the Dance Faculty at Bryn Mawr College, and Drexel University. At BMC, they were looking to add…
Katherine Gant: Creating a ‘Refuge’ for dancers
“Our mission is to bring dancers in, build them up, and send them out. We cultivate a family environment and create works that present the artist in an authentic manner, communicating messages that our audience can identify with.”
CHOREOGRAPHERS SELECTED FOR DANCE CANVAS’ 2019-20
“It’s always so rewarding to see new work being developed by new voices in this industry. Our program provides opportunities not only to our choreographers, but also to Atlanta audiences to see these talented artists as they blossom on the local and national stage. I always love meeting new artists who call Atlanta home and helping to bring innovative choreographers from neighboring arts communities to present work in Atlanta!” – Angela Harris, Executive Artistic Director, Dance Canvas, Inc.
Choreographic Possibilities: A young artist’s conversation with choreographer Annalee Traylor
“The audiences reactions, any reaction, is a success to me because it means they are engaged…. One of the most notable moment for me as a choreographer is when the audience responded to a moment of sentimentality with laughter because it made me see the piece through a different perspective.”
A New Season; From DC Next Intern to Communication Assistant
I have had the privilege of working with Dance Canvas in a variety of aspects; as a DC Next intern in the Summer of 2016&17, as the Dance Canvas Intern 2017/18 and now as the Communications Assistant. Essentially, my job is to generate content and have external communication for the company. In a nutshell, I…
Getting to Know our Choreographers: Sarah Emery
Our Performance Series this past season was truly something special! Our 2019 choreographer, Sarah Emery, talks more about her experience working with us during our initiative and how it has shaped her professionally as an emerging artist. Recently, I had the privilege of presenting a new dance work for the 2019 Dance Canvas choreographer’s showcase….
Catching Up With DC Nexter Austyn Rich
Today, we catch up with DC Next 2012 Alum and recent college graduate Austyn Rich to discuss embracing change and the importance of self-advocacy. Austyn graduated this May from the University of Southern California Glorya Kaufman School of Dance with a BFA in Dance. Q: What were your expectations at the start of your college…
