Dance.... Cruel and Unusual Punishment?

Going into this, I was not really looking forward to sitting through the whole show. To be up front I was really dreading having to watch this performance. I am not one to drool and grovel over the fine arts, so to say. Ballet, Contemporary Dancing, Ballroom, and the International Dance Ensemble just don't strike me as entertaining. So for those of you who can relate, you can imagine how unhappy I was watching everyone smiling with joy as the show started.

The show began, I sat thinking to myself, what had I done that had been so wrong that to punish me, I had to sit and watch this performance. Was this Miss Cowley’s way of punishing me for missing class, because if so it was very cruel and unusual, and it was working. While sitting there with the intent to learn nothing from the show, I remembered something my parents had taught me as a child. They told me ‘’ Son, no matter what you do in life or whatever obstacles come your way, it will only be as good or bad depending on how you conceive it to be.’’ So it was at that point I decided that I was going to make the best of this show and learn something new about dance, to appreciate the hard work and dedication of others even if it was not something I enjoyed.

With new intentions and an attitude adjustment I sat and watched. The dancers performed as if their lives depended on it. It seemed as though the only thing that mattered to them was their company and the stage. Their moves and body language told stories words could not express. Their precision and well thought choreography began to catch hold of my attention span. I could sense myself appreciating the time and work these dancers had put into the performance. I was amazed at how fascinated I had become, the dances went on and by the end I had found a new appreciation for dance. It was no longer just hip hop or club dancing but I now realized that there was an art to it, dance was a lifestyle for many.

In the end I was able to appreciate the different performances that were displayed, some more than others. I was no longer as ignorant about dance as I was coming into the show. If nothing else, I was able to appreciate the love these people had for what they enjoyed doing. We all can at least agree that anyone who puts their time, blood, sweat, and soul into their work should be recognized. So in conclusion I can honestly say that the ‘’World of Dance’’ was a very good show. Congratulations to all those involved, I applaud you all.