ARTistic inTELLigence

When I was in college, I feel like the phrase "speaking intelligently about dance" was prevalent in almost every class. We practiced this technique diligently on a daily basis, both in and out of class. In an attempt to impress professors and each other, we were careful to obey all the "rules"...there are apparently a lot when INTELLIGENT conversation is concerned. For instance, you should never say that you like or dislike something, rather point out what was interesting or difficult. Also, good and bad are not words that should describe dance. Not intelligently at least. And so on, and so forth...those who were there know what I mean.

So now here I am in the real world. Let me tell ya, there's a lot less intelligent conversation about dance–and art in general–out here than in those hallowed halls of dance departments across the country. This might be the main reason that when friends from college and I get together, ALL we do is talk about dance, mostly. Sorry, that should read: ALL we do is talk. About dance, mostly. :)

In the interest of starting some intelligent conversation about not just dance, but art in general, I'm going to start blogging about artistic events I attend here in Seattle. I want to state very fervently that these are not REVIEWS in any way. Trust me, I'm both more and less intelligent than those people. Just trying to open an avenue for dialog. So please, read, comment, and share as you wish! And, if you went to college with me: please, speak intelligently about dance!! **No rules apply ;)