About
Since its founding (1972), Gateway Dance Theatre (GDT) a nonprofit arts organization has been moving to the rhythms of the world for four decades. GDT performs and creates diverse, contemporary and traditional dance from African-American, Caribbean, Asian and Indian music with movement into a multi-media experience for people of all ages, skills and cultures. GDT since 2016 has produced plays. More than a dance studio, GDT located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa, is a company rich in culture, education, friendship and joy.
Mission: Gateway Dance Theatre uses the Arts to engage, communicate, educate and collaborate with diverse communities to enrich lives.
www.gatewaydance.org
Enjoy introducing people to the Arts and see them blossom, and achieve more than they anticipated. Love teaching various dance music genres, and producing plays that show the diversity and unity.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Make them feel welcome and enjoy the experience for people of all ages, skills and cultures. GDT since 2016 has also produced theatre plays. More than a dance studio, GDT located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa, is a company rich in culture, education, friendship and joy.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Studied classical and folk dance of India since childhood, performed at Edinburgn International Festtival. Chorepgraphed King and I for DSM Playhouse, and GDT performance pieces.
Had ballet training experience with Elizabeth Werblosky, and jazz dance with renownded International guest artists. GDT regularly has guest artists in residence