There’s no logical reason for why I do what I do —
only that anything else would feel wrong.
Why Art?
I firmly believe that experiencing, appreciating, and immersing oneself in the craftsmanship of an artist connects us deeply to ourselves and fosters empathy for others. For me, art—specifically dance—celebrates life’s beauty in its purest form. It allows me to be fully present, true to myself, and create something authentic.
Watching artists perform moves me profoundly. Authenticity, or striving for it (can we ever truly be authentic as performers?), is the only rule I’ve set for myself. It’s what drives me and gives meaning to my work. My greatest hope is that my passion moves others, just as the work of others has moved me.
Why Dance? Why Do We Need It?
Dance connects us across boundaries of culture, language, and distance. Its traditions, techniques, and styles reflect the richness of human history and unite us in ways few other forms can. Dance predates language; it’s an intrinsic part of what it means to be human. That timelessness fascinates me endlessly. Each new style I explore teaches me more about the diverse cultures and histories that shape our shared experience.
Where Do I See Myself?
I see myself as a storyteller, captivating audiences through the synergy of language and dance. For me, emotions—so central to our lives—often transcend words, yet dance alone can also have its limitations. This is why I value the interplay of different artistic disciplines, which together can engage all our senses and evoke deeper understanding.
My goal is to foster collaboration among the arts, creating works that draw on this shared source of inspiration to explore life’s essence. Every artist, regardless of their medium, taps into this universal thread that connects us all — not just as creators, but as human beings. That’s why I love incorporating artists from diverse fields.
My ultimate aim is simple: for every person who experiences my work to leave feeling a little more sensitive—or to put it another way, a little more human.
Emotions go first through my body.
They make me shiver,
they make me run.
To express them with my body
is therefore just natural to me.
Photo by Emma Giuliani
After M.C. Richards
The artist … is continually willing their work. They devote their life to acts which are a personal commitment to value … using their lifetime to find their original face, to awaken their own voice, beyond all learning, habit, thought: to tap life at its source.