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"The oak tree began as a tiny seed that would not go away."
-William Blades
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Dear <<First Name>>,
Gobble Tov! It is with great enthusiasm that I share two big labors of love with you: a completely new website and an exciting historic solo dance project. Take a look when you have a moment and let me know what you think!
Warm wishes for the rest of your weekend,
Ella
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ERD Gets New Website!
I am thankful to have finished my new website in time to share it with you on this festive holiday weekend. Take a look at your convenience (post-meal is recommended) and let me know if you have any feedback! There is a new and improved layout, blog and more. Click here to view it.
Note: So far the site works best in Safari and Firefox. It has not yet completely gelled with Google Chrome. The site should have a white background. Feel free to try the site on your smart phone or tablet too!
Photo: Whitney Browne
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Announcing the Seminal Solos Project
For the past two years I have been in the thick of my research phase for a historic solo project endeavor called Seminal Solos. I am thankful to announce that I am moving into the learning stage of the project!
The Seminal Solos project uncovers historic, rarely seen modern dance solos from 1926-1970 bringing them into current light through reconstructions, performances, education initiatives and video documentation. I aim to deepen my choreographic work and performance through preserving, sharing, and recontextualizing culturally relevant historic dances.
So far I have learned Ideas of An Acrobat (1970) by Anna Sokolow and am in the process of learning Harmonica Breakdown (1938) by Jane Dudley. In the upcoming year, I will learn The Call/Breath of Fire (1929) by Doris Humphrey and 3-4 other solos to be announced soon... I am working towards a complete program of 7-9+ solos that I can tour to colleges and theaters across the U.S. and abroad. Throughout my process a documentary is being filmed that explores similar questions.
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Ella's Thanksgiving Favorites
Drink: Apple Cider
Warm Dishes: Mashed Potatoes, Stuffings, Green Beans and Squash (roasted or in soup form)
Cold Dish: Cranberry Relish
Dessert: Apple Pie A La Mode
Post-Meal Activity: When all the dishes are done, curling up with a good book
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