DCDanceBlog

i just have to post quickly about a new blog i found. it’s by boris willis, a former dc dancer who seems to be back (from ohio grad school, i believe) for the summer.

actually, it seems that he has two blogs. one is boris willis moves, and the other is dance-a-day. i’m not quite sure what the difference is; both host videos of dance in various non-traditional places, although the first seems to include more text.

here’s the mission statement from boris willis moves. it’s perfect.

Performance happens now, it does not have to secure funding, book a theater or advertise in newspapers. It does not need rehearsal space. It does not need a concept. It does not need to last for more than a second. It does not need to be ephemeral. It does not need flowy pants, tight tops or bare feet. It does not need previews, reviews or even to be seen at all.

let’s hear it for that sentiment. it is too easy to get caught up in the “dance must occur in formal performance spaces” mentality, and yet some fundamental freedom is lost in that process. if dance-a-day’s goal is to dance somewhere, anywhere, every day, i’m all for it. i’d like to make that happen for myself, in fact.

last, on the subject of blogs, more kudos to doug fox for his great dance weblog. it’s still impressive. read all about taking a first-time contact class here.

i never would’ve guessed i’d find blogs so great! but they are a terrific outlet for creativity and a chance to get something out to the world, whether it’s watching or not.