I see you. I feel you. I hear you.All of you resilient lifting me up. [Music] [Applause] Movement and voice allowed me to resist, to speak, to thrive. Growing up, I struggled with stuttering.When speaking English, it felt otherred, pretentious, colonized. Despite being surrounded by music, theater, and dance, despite being immersed in growing up in a household of performing artists and hearing music and dance all the time, it was pretty much oxygen. I often felt like there was this voice that was trying to ...

"Digital Pulse" is a contemporary solo exploring the conflict between human and machine. The piece reflects a sense of urgency, blending emotion with mechanical precision. Dynamic shifts within the movement symbolize the human struggle to keep pace with technology. Emma Frye was born and raised in Hickory, North Carolina, where she began her dance training at age four. Training in a competitive setting as well as with a pre-professional ballet company set her up to expand her versatility as a dancer. Emma i ...

A dancer's stage life may be limited, but young dancer LIU Jia has expanded his understanding and depth of dance through various forms of stage art expression. Whether he is performing in a stage play, participating in variety shows, or working as an actor, he never forgets his identity as a "dancer" and dances out his life. LIU Jia is a young dancer and First-Class Performer. He graduated from the PLA Academy of Art, once worked at the Frontline Art Troupe of the Political Department of the Nanjing Militar ...

[Music] Zach Tiki once said that a true passion that burns within your heart is one that can never be put out. If you are truly passionate about something, then there's nothing that can stop you from achieving your goals. Hello everyone.I am Sara Shahil and today I'm here to share some of my experiences on passion and perseverance. What is passion and what is perseverance. Passion is a word that we have all encountered throughout our lives often in discussions about career aspirations and personal interests ...

Core Message - The speech uses the metaphor of dance to illustrate life, emphasizing that everyone is the choreographer of their own life [2][3] - It encourages the audience to intentionally design their lives, just like choreographing a dance [3][14] - The speaker shares a personal story of changing their life's direction, highlighting the importance of finding one's own "beat" [4][7] Key Principles for Life - Discovering the "beat" of one's life, which represents goals and direction [3][19] - Choosing the right "dance crew" or support system, emphasizing the influence of companions on one's journey [12][13][19] - Dancing with intention, meaning living with purpose and aiming to make a meaningful impact [14][16][19] Inspiration and Impact - A dance challenge during the pandemic is presented as an example of how a simple act with intention can inspire millions [15][16][17] - The speech encourages the audience to create a legendary life dance by being authentic and intentional [21] - It advocates for taking control of one's life choreography and not letting others dictate it [20]

Good morning. My name is Gin Chwan. I'm a dancer, choreographer, filmmaker, and professor at Duke University.I'd like to begin today by inviting you to take part in a small experiment. Please close your eyes. and pretend you're combing or brushing your hair. If you do not have any hair, you can simply rub or massage your head.Please continue to perform the same movement repetitively, but now with your eyes open, look around and observe how other people are doing it. What do you notice. Does everyone do it t ...

Core Argument - The speaker's journey from selective mutism to professional Katak dancer highlights art's power in communication and identity formation [3][4][5] - The speaker experienced a shift from joyful expression to constrained performance in professional Katak training, leading to self-doubt [6][7][8] - Dance movement therapy is introduced as a psychotherapeutic tool for emotional, social, cognitive, and physical integration [9][10] - Movement is presented as a primary language, essential for emotional regulation, resilience, and empathy [13][14][16] - The speaker advocates for moving to express rather than impress, rediscovering the body's rhythm and understanding oneself [19][20] Key Concepts - Art as a communication tool for individuals with special needs [4] - The impact of professional training on artistic expression and self-perception [6][7] - Dance movement therapy as a means of holistic integration and healing [10][11] - The importance of movement in emotional regulation and psychological well-being [16][17] - Authenticity and self-discovery through movement [18][19]

Uh, are you guys having fun. I'm sure you would have learned a lot today. I'm just going to, you know, take it easy on you guys a little bit.Um, so my name is Ana Shanb. I'm a dancer and an actor and I've acted in a short film called Anoja, which is on Netflix, which was nominated for the Oscars 2025. And thank you so much.Well, this part of my life seems to be the most interesting for everyone. Like I tell people I've been dancing for 15 years, but they're like, "What did you wear for the Oscars?" Like, ok ...