Each week following an artist's post, reflection questions and research ideas will get posted. These are aimed towards college level courses (senior seminar, composition, dance education, and more), but of course anyone can read the postscript and find thought-provoking questions and activities.
Discuss: Inspiration
Within a group discussion, or with a partner, discuss 2-3 ideas you took away from Katie's artist profile. What inspired you?
Research: Major Influences
Katie listed 6 different artists as major influences in her dance life, including Rosy Simas and Tere O'Connor. Take some time and search on Google, Wikipedia, Youtube, and various company websites about these 6 artists.
Consider: Ballet and the Modern Dancer
Katie talked about coming back to training in ballet. What is the role of ballet in your current dance life and training? Consider the "pluses and minuses" of ballet for modern focused performers and choreographers. Why is ballet important to your work as a modern dancer? Or, what factors made you decide to not have ballet as part of your training?
Reflect: Perseverence
Throughout Katie's post, you read about her perseverence to study, train, perform, and choreograph. Consider this life skill and reflect on your work as a dancer. Rate yourself from 0-10 in terms of perseverence (10 being that you strongly persevere). What has been your motivation?
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