Contemporary Technique Class for 10-14 year olds created a short composition about why it is they dance. The question came about as a result of the second installment of our new Dance About Diego Blog. This question allowed for an insightful reflection on their choice to dance. Their answers informed their movement; both words and movement combined to create the piece. They were able to have real ownership of this project as a result. Here is a video of the results of their work and some quotes from the students on the subject:

Watch "Why I Dance" on YouTube

“I dance…

• To express my emotions
• Because it’s good for my heart
• To tell a story” – Malashock Dance Student

“I dance…

• To entertain people
• To stay healthy
• Because I enjoy it” – Malashock Dance Student

“Because I love it. It’s an art of expressing yourself. I love the stories that dance tells (I like stories). Because it makes you your own individual.” – Malashock Dance Student

“I dance to get exercise. I dance to escape from the real world. I dance to have fun.” – Malashock Dance Student

“Dance makes you stronger. Increases balance. Increases flexibility and is Fun!” – Malashock Dance Student

To read more about Why Malashock Dance Company Staff choose to dance and work in this industry please visit our new blog, Dance About Diego: www.voiceofsandiego.org/peoplespost/dance/

Tags: contemporary dance, san diego, the malashock dance school

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