Reflections on 2023 Pas de Deux Photo Conference

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The 2023 Pas de Deux Photo Conference took place at the historic Chicago Hilton, with the theme “Bright Lights, Big City.” It was a transformative experience that brought together dancers, photographers, parents, and enthusiasts from around the globe. Attendees enjoyed inspiring talks, stunning visual displays, and the chance to explore new gear at the trade […]

Image depicting a powerful human trafficking awareness campaign poster: Artistic portrayal of a teenage girl standing before a canvas covered in abstract paint strokes, with black paint smeared across her face, reflecting the emotional depth and expression of fight against human trafficking and the pursuit of freedom and justice.

No More: Art Bringing Awareness To Human Trafficking

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Before moving to Boston, there was one more collaboration between the talented fine-art painter, Lisa Temple, and me. This, our 6th collaboration over the span of 8 months, is a powerful piece of art that encapsulates an important message about human trafficking through visual metaphor. We wanted to highlight this critical issue by integrating a […]

On Pointe interview with Hip Hop Dancer

ON POINTE: Q&A with Performer, Cordell Weathersbee II

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“We can overcome our fears and insecurities through life principles in dance, painting stories with our bodies, and through hard work.” When did you realize you wanted to become a professional dancer? I realized I wanted to become a performer after seeing an episode of Making the Band, an MTV television show, where singer/dancer/performers competed […]

Interview with Leslie Hale

ON POINTE: Q&A with Dance Educator, Leslie Hale

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“Dancing is an organic, beautiful, therapeutic, and raw expression…one that requires daily, mental and physical discipline to perfect.” Who introduced you to dance? My mother (Judy Prescott-Hale) introduced my sister, Cynthia, and I to the world of dance in Amarillo, Texas, where she was deeply involved with the theatre. She performed in the Dallas Summer […]