This is a four part series of posts (this is the second). Check out one, three and four here:
https://dramamommaspeaks.com/2016/11/15/dear-drama-student-i-recognize-you-a-mile-away/
https://dramamommaspeaks.com/2016/11/20/dear-music-student-i-recognize-you-a-mile-away/
I love arts students. They are fun to be around and never fail to entertain you, that’s for sure. Honestly, they are pretty easy to spot. These are generalizations and just for fun, to be honest. I asked for a little help from the people who know–teachers, artists, dancers, musicians and directors. Let’s see if you agree with us.
Dance students: (Thanks to Keturah Grunblatt, professional director of operas and choreographer)
- have a natural turn out when they walk
- are poised
- have erect posture
- are always moving, dancing, stretching
- girls can put their hair in a bun in record time, in fact their hair is always swept up
- hear a beat to anything and dance to it–the washing machine, hammering on a set, slamming of lockers
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sit like large dogs, with their legs all folded up underneath them
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a knowledge of classical music
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unnatural stretching,
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health conscious appetite at a young age
- wear form fitting clothes
- look at their image and check themselves in any window reflection or mirror
Generally, if you are an arts student you are involved in one of the other arts as well. These kids are very busy and like it that way.
What is most interesting about arts students is their popularity hierarchy within themselves. If a guy is a tenor and he can sing as high as a female, that makes points for him. The same goes for a girl who can climb a tall ladder and focus a light on a set. If you are first chair violinist, you are popular, too or at the very least, respected. If a guy is a bass singer and he can dance, that’s another biggie. If a girl can tap the heck out of a combination, you are considered “cool”.
However, if you are too serious about your art, the opposite is true. Although revered, your friends may not even think to invite you to social events because they assume you are more interested in dancing or rehearsing than a pizza.
And anyone who is comical or can make everyone laugh automatically accrues popularity points no matter which art form they love.
Like most interests, there is a fine line to balance. What is too much and what is not enough?
I appreciate this hierarchy somewhat, because it makes room for everyone in the arts. This popularity has nothing to do with beauty or brawn. It’s all about talent and hard work. Everyone is an artist if they allow themselves to be. Look for them. You’ll see.
Which art do you enjoy the most? I’d love to hear from you.
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