Another Ballet Documentary!

Hello, all! Remember when I posted about how I was very excited about the new ballet documentary, First Position? Well, a lovely reader , Chelsea, emailed me informing me of a project on which she is currently working. In the works is a documentary featuring the lives of ballerinas. It is an independent film (she did all the filming) and is now being edited.

I'm so very thrilled to see an enthusiastic emphasis on the fine arts! It tickles me pink knowing people are out there creating their own literature, films, choreography and then sharing with the world! I normally don't do posts like this, but I admire Chelsea's determination and vision.

In order for Chelsea to finish the project, she needs a little help with funding. So far, she's done everything on your own. I'll let her speak for herself and then let you do with the information what you wish. If nothing else, I'm sure she'd love to hear your words of support and encouragement!

Here's Chelsea!

"It is amazing all the support I have been getting for this documentary. I think it is a really vital time for us to learn more about the ballerina because there are so many misconceptions out there. What I witnessed at North Carolina Dance Theatre is so different from what is so often portrayed by the media. Of course stereotypes are often built out of some sort of truth so the three dancers featured in this documentary talk directly about their experiences.

In filmmaking there is a very high standard that a film must reach to succeed and that is why it is so important, especially during post-production, to reach out to specialists. I have been self-funding this film up to this point, but I really believe to make it the best it can be and do justice to the ballerina's story it really needs a sound specialist to take it to the next level. The great thing about Kickstarter is that the smaller donations can really add up fast. The most common donation is only $25 and there are people who raise tens of thousands of dollars on Kickstarter. So please don't think any donation is too small. 

Lastly, if you have any ideas to help with the fundraising for the film (or would just like to hear more about the film) I would love to hear from you. So please don't hesitate to contact me. Also, thanks so much to Sarah for allowing me to share my film with her readers. I greatly appreciate it."

{Weekend Update}...Work, Then Play

Road tripping

While I definitely enjoyed my weekend, I worked. A lot. My mom is a first grade teacher and had her last day of school last Thursday (hooray!). For next year, she has to move her room all the way next door. While seemingly not a big deal, that's a lot of stuff to haul. So I went up and worked with her Thurday and Friday. Lemme tell you: I'm totally ripped now. We celebrated being done with a going away party for a co worker and friend at The Livery, a cool bar and restaurant. It was a blast. Entertaining to say the least! The En Avant dance recital was on Sunday. Performing were some of my friends, so I, of course, went! Although, I was a little sad that I couldn't be up there with them. Performing is just so much fun! We also celebrating a good friends birthday. (Happy birthday, Matt!) 

It was a hot one this weekend! Sunny and sweltering. But we got lucky with very little humidity and enjoyed this beautiful weather! I love summer. I also snapped some pictures of my mid week trip to the zoo. (Pictures to come!) 

I hope you had a lovely, hot, big bash kind of weekend! Happy Monday!

Let's eat. 

The Livery. Notice the bear. Rawr. 

Como Arboretum.

First Position

Speaking of performing and dance, I am dying to see this new ballet documentary. First Position follows the lives of six ballet dancers, documenting their training, sacrifices, commitment leading up to one of the most prestigious youth ballet competitions in the world. Released in May, I sadly haven't gotten to see it yet. But I will soon!

Up On the Stage

The auditions for So You Think You Can Dance aired last night and it got me all sentimental. In high school I dance all the time. The best part about it was performing. I was in show choir, band, marching band, dance. If I could be on a stage, then there I was. Getting to college, I suddenly didn't perform as much as I used to. I started missing dance so much while I watched in awe last night that this morning I did Zumba. That's right. For the first time in a long time I worked out. I discovered that: 1) I'm out of shape big time. 2) You feel ridiculous doing Zumba 3) It's fun! I felt like I was back at dance! I'm definitely going to their recital this year to see my old dance girls, costumes, make-up the works. The glitter, lights, music. It's addictive and thrilling.

Have a wonderful, performance filled weekend!

Were you a big performer in high school? Are you still? 

Photo credit: Katie Konkle