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Audrie Gilbert is a sixteen-year-old dancer from Newark, Delaware. She dances at American Dance Academy.
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“I hope to show others that you can pursue your passion while learning, growing, improving, and accepting challenges.”
How does dance have a positive impact on your life?
I love being a member of a team because of the close bond of friendships that develop. We often find ways to spend time together outside of the studio, whether it’s a sleepover or dancing to raise funds for Autism. Dance is also a way of life in our family. My older sister and I have danced together for years and our mom was a dance major in college. Dance is more than an art form to me: it is a means of self-expression, a vehicle for better health, a sport, and a creative outlet for communicating. The three of us share a special bond because of our love for performing.
How do you want to use dance to have a positive influence on your community?
People in the arts are often stereotyped as not academically gifted. I hope to dispel that ridiculous stereotype. Despite the numerous hours of dance classes, team rehearsals, school sports, and clubs, I am able to successfully balance a rigorous Honors curriculum and excel academically. Dance requires an element of spontaneity, discipline, time management, and out-of-the-box thinking. Such creativity and innovation make those who are also dancers more successful problem solvers and leaders. I hope to show others that you can pursue your passion while learning, growing, improving, and accepting challenges simultaneously all the while accomplishing success.