Andrew sits down with dancer and choreographer Lari Lawrence-Gist. Lari is the Director of Dance at The Citadel Dance and Music Center and has been involved in a vast array of events and productions throughout Southwestern Michigan. Having collaborated with her on multiple occasions Andrew had to have her on the podcast.
Discussing Lari's journey through dance from starting at a young age to become the Director of a Dance Center. They also discuss aspects of dance on TV and popular culture. Also, the fundraising effort that took place earlier this year and how it set a new standard for collaboration and fundraising for non-profit arts organizations.
Further Reading
Jack Cole
was an American dancer, choreographer, and theatre director known as "the Father of Theatrical Jazz Dance".
The Running Man
The Carlton
Berrien County Foundation
Arts Challenge Fundraiser
Ten nonprofit art organizations in Berrien County are joining forces to survive these tough times during the pandemic. The organizations are hosting a virtual fundraiser called 'Ten Organizations, One Challenge'. The challenge is to raise $75,000 and a donor will then match the money raised. The organizations say they have lost most of their incoming revenue due to the pandemic, and they're hoping the fundraiser will raise much needed funds.
The Organizations:
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In One Place by Barradeen
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