Getting to Know Nick Daniels - ChoreoFest Interviews

by Nicole Harris

by Curtis Reaves

Introducing another 24hr ChoreoFest artist, Nick Daniels!  He is coming to us from Pittsburgh.  We are thrilled to have him in the studios with us at Green Street in a couple of weeks!

This year the ChoreoFest artists will show their work at Ignite, Luminarium's gala event on Sunday, June 23rd.  Don't miss this opportunity to see new work and support a whole range of choreographers!

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Nicole Harris: You recently returned to choreographing after quite a few years.  What has been different in this “second chance”?  What are you most excited about doing with your work at this stage in your career?
Nick Daniels:  When I left the dance world in 1994, the internet was a new thing.  I’m most excited to take advantage of technology advancements. Also, during my hiatus I lost both my parents at separate times. Through that loss I found strength and knew I had to come back to honor them.

Photo by Nick M Daniels

N: You recently resurrected Pittsburgh Dance Week.  Can you tell me a bit about what that is and why it was important to you to bring it back?
ND: When I returned, things in Pittsburgh’s community were very different.  I asked my dancers about Pittsburgh Dance week, but they weren’t aware it was even a thing.  At that point I knew I had to reinstate the tradition of having a week of classes, discussions, showcases and performances to showcase how very diverse and talented my hometown is.

Photo by Nick M Daniels

N: Where else can we find you this Spring/Summer?
ND: This summer I will be performing in Dancing Queerly here in Boston at the Dance Complex, then more work in festivals, teaching and developing new work for our next season.

Photo by Nick M Daniels

N: What other local companies/ choreographers do you recommend people check out?  Why?
ND: Companies to look out for... In Pittsburgh, SlowDanger.  In Boston, I love Peter DiMuro’s work. There’s an honesty that I am drawn to with both groups.

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