How do independent choreographers and performers make a living out of their art?
Being a professional dancer is no longer just about joining a company. Australia has a booming independent scene – a high percentage of dance course graduates become independent artists. But making the transition from the relative sanctuary of a dance course to a freelance career can be challenging.
So how do these independent spirits realise their vision and how do they survive financially? To find out, I spoke to three young, independent artists about the highs, lows and day-to-day lifestyle of that career path. I discovered three very enterprising and focused people who demonstrate that a varied and satisfying career can be made as a freelancer. But first, let me introduce them:...
Read Nina Levy’s interviews with Serena Chalker, Paul Malek and Carl Sciberras in the December 2013/January 2014 issue of Dance Australia. OUT NOW!