Contemporary Dance MA: Structure and Insights: Miniseries Episode 1
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Sointu Saraste (@sointusa) is studying a Master of Contemporary Dance at the Theatre Academy at the University of Arts Helsinki. In this episode we learn about how someone can dance more, how dancers are politically active and how softness is developing in the field. Discover the route through the rigorous application process and the importance of sustainability and diversity in the dance world.
This is the connected blog post.
Timestamps
(0:28) - Introduction
(2:31) - Degree structure
(4:37) - Theory vs. Practice
(8:00) - What’s the focus of your degree? contemporary dance? History?
(9:26) - What are the available dance degrees in Theater Academy?
(9:55) - Dance styles and techniques
(13:09) - Dance classrooms in Theater Academy
(14:09) - Interesting courses
(15:16) - Application process
(16:47) - What made you choose dance field?
(19:36) - Advice for those who want to dance more
(20:49) - Your creative process
(24:54) - How does dance relate to the rest of the world?
(30:19) - What are the aspects for dancers after graduation?
(32:15) - What are your future hopes and dreams?
(33:36) - How do you avoid burnout?
(35:33) - Final thoughts and advice, go to protests! Stand in solidarity for Palestine!
Hosted by Ellenor Rose Nish (@studiomokii, studiomokii.com).
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