Guest: Jonathan Kim
Dance Artist

In Episode 9, we have a beautifully affirming conversation with Jonathan about how first experiences in the dance world can be filled with a sense of power or a sense of fear, how he keeps coming back to his sense of community within the dance world, what he values in his own practice and how he finds those feelings of euphoria within his practice. He touches on how it is so important to reflect and break yourself open to ask yourself the tough questions. This conversation really felt like a warm and snuggly way to invite change into spaces that are absent of possibility and curiosity.

*Please note: this interview was almost 2 hours in length so we ended up taking a few sections out and will be airing them in Episode 12 when Eileen + Amy expand on Episodes 9/10/11 (Episode 12 drops 12/18).

Jonathan (he / him) is a dance artist and full time company member with Repertory Dance Theatre in Salt Lake City, Utah. Previously, he danced with SALT Contemporary Dance, Lineage Dance Company, and SJDanceCo. He has performed works by historical modern pioneers and contemporary choreographers. Highlights include, but are not limited to, works by: José Limón, Michio Ito, Donald McKayle, Ihsan Rustem, Shane Urton, Kate Skarpetowska, Mitsu Salmon, and Noa Zuk and Ohad Fishof. Some choreographic interests include exploring improvisation, durational performances, partnering, queer/Asian experiences, and being soft. He is guided by the principle that dance is community, connection, and for everyone. While not dancing, you can find him taking a long nap.

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