Comments from dancers, summer 2010

"Springboard was a fantastic networking experience that I found incredibly
valuable. Plus, as Canadian dancer, Springboard has opened eyes to a world
Canadian dance that I never knew existed."

"One of the best things available for dancers how looking for jobs. Not only
did I work with multiple companies, but also the chance to audition."

"Finding new ways to move and opening new pathways in my brain."

"It's intense and I will never forget it."



Past Comments

“It’s really cool that it’s a small number of dancers: everyone gets attention”
Brynt Beitman

Brian McNeil recommends the program for third-and fourth-year dancers:
“ It’s only three weeks long, but you can’t leave Montreal empty-handed. There’s a wide range of movement for you to experience that doesn’t come close to ballet. For people looking for jobs, there are so many choreographers – there’s great potential for work”

“ The arts are a daily experience her. I’m interested in art pushing society forward, and I’m not so sure that’s happening in other places… I even rehearsed in a space for dance, supported by the government . It’s reinforced my idea of the dancers as a chameleon, being able to adjust constantly during the day”
Claire McKeveny

“For the past two years I have been grateful to be a part of this program. It thrills me to know that there is a place for dance that welcomes experimentation, questioning, and excitement in being alive. Dancing with Margie Gillis and 12 other dancers was a sacred, magic, and hilarious experience. We learned how to be curious again. We learned to laugh at ourselves. Dancing with and being mentored by Margie for the E-Choreographers program. I learned how to trust my body, trust my creativity, and trust my decisions- all in a few weeks!”
Luke Wiley

“You’re not treated as a student, but as an emerging dancer”
Caitlin Brown