Elias Elkind is an 11-year-old dancer from Nevada. He dances at Muze Creative Arts and Nevada Ballet Theatre.
“I want to make art that moves people. I want to make them smile. I want to make them cry. I want to make people feel! Dance is such a beautiful art form, and I want to share it with everyone I can!!”
Tell us about your dance experience!
I have been dancing since I was 4 years old. I’ve danced in so many styles but my favorites are contemporary, ballroom, and tap. I wasn’t the best listener at first, but through time and some wonderful coaches, I have grown. Dance hasn’t always come easy for me. Picking up choreography hasn’t always been my strong suit, but I’m getting better at it! I’ve had amazing people push me to be better, but I’ve also had people tell me I’m not good enough because I’m a boy. No matter what anyone has ever said, I love to dance. It’s how I express myself. When I feel something strongly, I improv to get my feelings out. Dance is art and it moves you!
How does dance have a positive impact on your life?
Dance helps me express my feelings. It helps me dig deep to get emotions out that I can’t always put to words. Dance has helped me grow as a performer and a person. It’s taught me to be brave in front of others! It’s made me physically strong, and partnered me with my best friend!!
How do you want to use dance to have a positive impact on your community?
I want to make art that moves people. I want to make them smile. I want to make them cry. I want to make people feel!! Dance is such a beautiful art form and I want to share it with everyone I can!!
