Advice For Dancers About Performing As An Adult and Building A Dance Community

The video provides guidance for adult dancers seeking performance opportunities. It emphasizes the importance of connecting with local studios, utilizing Facebook groups, creating personal opportunities, engaging with dance companies, and entering competitions. The speaker also highlights the value of networking, comparing it to farming rather than hunting, and encourages dancers to consistently put themselves in desired positions.

What is one benefit of joining the $2.00 tier on Patreon mentioned in the video?

• Free dance merchandise

• Early access to YouTube videos

• Weekly live dance sessions

• Access to exclusive dance tutorials

Why is it important to become a regular at a local dance studio?

• To be considered for choreography projects

• To meet famous dancers

• To learn new dance styles

• To get discounts on classes

What should you do if you want to find dance opportunities through Facebook?

• Send friend requests to dancers

• Create a dance event

• Join relevant Facebook groups

• Post dance videos daily

What is a suggested way to create your own dance opportunities?

• Rent a studio and organize a performance

• Only perform at professional venues

• Focus solely on online dance challenges

• Wait for invitations to dance events

What should you do if you are interested in a specific dance company?

• Follow them on social media

• Attend their classes and intensives

• Send them a resume

• Wait for an audition announcement

What is a benefit of entering dance competitions as an independent adult dancer?

• Free dance classes

• Opportunities to travel internationally

• Guaranteed prize money

• Stage time and performance experience

What is the main idea behind the quote 'Networking is more about farming than it is hunting'?

• Networking is about building relationships over time

• Networking requires aggressive tactics

• Networking is a quick process

• Networking is only for experienced dancers

What should you do if your friends have dance shows?

• Only attend if invited

• Attend and support their performances

• Ignore them

• Critique their performances publicly

What is a key aspect of creating a community around yourself?

• Having a large social media following

• Winning dance competitions

• Consistently showing up and being present

• Being the best dancer

What is the suggested approach to achieving your desired position in the dance community?

• Wait for opportunities to come

• Only work with well-known dancers

• Put yourself in the desired position repeatedly

• Focus on online presence