Gustavus Blogs

Month: December 2022

  • Elisabeth Kray ’23

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    “Before Gustavus I was not a curious dancer. With what I have learned in the last three years, including the promotion of internal feeling and consciousness, I am now a curious dancer. I am curious about how movement and placement feels in my body. I am curious about how these movements relate back to technique…

  • Grace Kearney ’25

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    “This department has welcomed me with open arms, even though I’m not a major — although they’re doing their best to change that! Already, these amazing people are like family to me, and I honestly can’t believe how lucky I am to be able to call them my friends.”

  • Mary Juelich ’24

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    “I have learned so much about myself as a dancer and person from my time dancing at Gustavus. The dance department faculty has given me many opportunities to learn, create, and perform. One of the most rewarding experiences was being able to choreograph a solo and present my work at the American College Dance Association…

  • Aiya Jorde ’24

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    “Prior to attending Gustavus, I had no prior experience or knowledge about theatre. However, upon taking my first acting class during my sophomore year, I found that the Gustavus theatre department had the ability to bring out aspects of myself that I never knew existed. The community welcomed me warmly and allowed me to expand…

  • Emily Haugen ’23

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    “The thing that sets Gustavus Theatre & Dance apart is the community. There’s incredible support and kindness from all of the students but you also feel very supported by the faculty in a way that encourages you to do your best and keep learning new things about yourself and your craft. I’ve been able to…

  • Emma Forsyth ’25

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    “The Gustavus Theatre & Dance Department has provided me an opportunity to continue my dance education as well as given me a community where I feel I truly belong. The faculty within the dance major devote abundant attention to each student to ensure that every dancer knows they are important.”

  • Sydney Dimapelis ’24

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    “I chose Gustavus Theatre & Dance because it gave me the tools for the creative expression I was looking for in the theatre world. The program provided me with tools and skills that are unique and the classes involve learning new skills from great professors and students. This department provides all the things I have…

  • Elyse Doeden ’23

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    “The dance program at Gustavus is like my second home. I have loved learning the uniqueness of each professor’s own style from being in classes with them and being casted in their pieces. The dance program is one of my favorite aspects of being at Gustavus!”

  • Ainsley Cox ’24

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    “Being part of the Gustavus Theatre & Dance Department has allowed me to grow as a student, artist, and person.” Theatre major, Ainsley Cox, shares about their experience in the department. Every member of the community holds deep passion for their craft and it is a joy to work collaboratively with unique artists and push…

  • Austin Adler ’23

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    “Before college I knew I wanted to be a theatre major but something always felt missing. The Gustavus Theatre and Dance Department allowed me to capitalize on my love for acting while discovering my missing piece which turned out to be scenic carpentry.“ Theatre major, Austin Adler, shares about their experience in the department. Being…