JACKIE O'RILEY

This year, we started having live music in class for my advanced students. We've done this sporadically before, but usually on a special occasion. I hadn't worked consistently with a musician in class, and so I didn't really know what would happen. What I hoped for was that in some way my students would move towards being able to talk to and work the musicians without needing me in the middle. I was hoping they would start listening more closely to the music, and maybe be

On Feb 17 and 18, I'll be performing with my dance partner Rebecca McGowan in "Tiny & Short: A Drop in the Bucket", an ensemble show where all pieces must be contained on a 4'x4' raised stage. The tiny stage was calling out to us, as the steps we dance were meant for small spaces! The wonderful Laura Fedderson will be playing fiddle. Original choreography by Rebecca and me. http://tinyshort.bpt.me/