Solo Moments: Self-Expression in Dance and Presentation
There’s something undeniably liberating about dancing solo. I have been bellydancing for years, and one of the highlights (and challenges) for me has always been the chance to perform alone on stage. While many dancers might feel a wave of anxiety about going solo, I find it an opportunity to truly define the quality and structure of my choreography. It’s just me, moving to the music, free from external expectations or a predetermined script. In those moments, I am not just performing; I am sharing a story, a personal narrative woven through each gesture, each beat, and each pause. This experience isn’t exclusive to dance, though. I see the same dynamic in my students and my kids as they present their work, whether it’s an assignment, a research presentation, or even a creative project. They, too, are dancing solo, in a sense. When they stand up to present, they might panic, wondering how their work will be received, but here’s the beauty: only they know the full extent of what they w