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-to abandon surface, subjective judgments in order to instill trust and safety while pursuing an honest environment. This open environment provides a stable foundation from which the student is encouraged to take risks in order to gain knowledge of themselves as a multi-leveled individual. -to respect art as a discipline, with the definition that art is a celebration and therefore the appreciation of life and its lessons. -to strive to understand the history of the chosen art form, as well as complimentary disciplines to view each intersection as a potential for collaboration. Knowledge of the history of dance, music, visual art, film, stage/prop craft all add to deepen the journey to the stage and the stage experience itself. This knowledge also assists and supports choices that the artist makes within each discipline. -to find the satisfaction that comes with accepting the process of learning as a journey without demanding or expecting a definitive final product. Maintaining humility is essential; knowing that acquiring skill in any field requires time, interest, focus and energy. -building character should be a part of every lesson (again- encourages risk taking) and therefore laughter and failure should be present every day to experience. Awareness of spontaneity and flexibility are of key importance. -to awaken all the senses through a thorough awareness of the body, in communication with the mind. Neither is shut off, nor should either carry more daily weight, instilling the idea of a whole functioning being: Alive and Passionate. |
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