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An Education in Dance: Changing the Language: A discussion with the Founder/Artistic Director of the Puerto Rico Classical Dance Competition
Movement is the way through which we express ourselves and our body the medium. But does the verbal language we use in class, whether it be used for a correction, for instruction or to describe a particular quality/energy affect the way we move? How can language be used as a teaching tool in the dance class and what are some of the effects of language that is detrimental to the physical and cognitive well being of our dancers? Today we will explore those questions and more with the help of Ms. Blanca Huertas-Agnew
GUEST: Blanca Huertas-Agnew began her training in her native Puerto Rico. She was a member of the corps of ballet at Ballet Concierto de Puerto Rico, later, joining Ballets de San Juan, as a Principal Soloist. Her professional career allowed her to perform across the globe including the United States, Central America, South America, and Europe. Blanca has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Temple University, an MFA in Choreography and is certified to teach dance through various certification programs. Blanca is currently the Founder and Artistic Director of the Puerto Rico Classical Dance Competition, and on faculty and The School of Pennsylvania Ballet.
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Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.
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By DCMovement is the way through which we express ourselves and our body the medium. But does the verbal language we use in class, whether it be used for a correction, for instruction or to describe a particular quality/energy affect the way we move? How can language be used as a teaching tool in the dance class and what are some of the effects of language that is detrimental to the physical and cognitive well being of our dancers? Today we will explore those questions and more with the help of Ms. Blanca Huertas-Agnew
GUEST: Blanca Huertas-Agnew began her training in her native Puerto Rico. She was a member of the corps of ballet at Ballet Concierto de Puerto Rico, later, joining Ballets de San Juan, as a Principal Soloist. Her professional career allowed her to perform across the globe including the United States, Central America, South America, and Europe. Blanca has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Temple University, an MFA in Choreography and is certified to teach dance through various certification programs. Blanca is currently the Founder and Artistic Director of the Puerto Rico Classical Dance Competition, and on faculty and The School of Pennsylvania Ballet.
INSTA/FB: @prcdc2020
Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.