I attended LINK in 2021. The program has a great amount of rigor and discipline mixed in with a friendly, encouraging, and supportive environment. I felt like I could really push myself and learn new things about myself and my artistry. I knew I could try things outside of my comfort zone and be confident that the other participants, SALT company members, and guest choreographers/teachers would have my back. We took class from SALT members every morning and it was a perfect start to the day. They were always hyping us up, making sure each of us felt seen, and gave us really useful tools to ca ..read more

SALT participated in #BlackOutTuesday – a movement to encourage people to strengthen their knowledge on contemporary race relations. SALT stands in solidarity with the black community and whole-heartedly commits to anti-racist values. SALT’s mission states that we believe in using dance as a salve for social plagues, and we are taking this time to reflect, examine, and take action to support BIPOC. Today, we raise our voice in support of transformation and embracing difficult dialogue. This is a conversation that we intend to embrace with a commitment to continue learning and make progress tow ..read more

It is an understatement to say the Covid-19 Virus is causing uncertainty and anxiety around the world. And while society is hunkering down and practicing social isolation, it becomes essential to find ways to stay (digitally) connected with the community around you.  SALT Contemporary Dance celebrates upward evolution and innovation in dance. As online training becomes more accessible, SALT will continue to support by elevating the vibrancy and diversity of the community during this time.  It is also more important than ever to stay active — studies show that physical activity can re ..read more

Some tragedies affect the entire world such as the sinking of the Titanic, the Holocaust, events like Pearl Harbor, September 11th, and natural disasters that leave families homeless. Not all tragedies are recognized by the human population as a whole. Some of the greatest tragedies are not written by Shakespeare or documented in history books. Yet, in some way, SALT Contemporary dance shared mine, and possibly yours. Tragedy can be a mental illness, physical habilitation, loss of a loved one, financial instability, and more. The Dalai Lama once said, “When we meet real tragedy in life, we can ..read more

The studio became quiet.  A serene calmness blanketed the room.  Then it began. The dancers became one as they maneuvered through the choreography. They precisely executed each step with tranquil vigor. Until they began to slowly break off from the group in ones and twos. Those that would breakaway would find their way back into the body of the group to become one again. It was as if the dancers knew somehow that there was more strength in each other than alone.  As I watched Joni McDonald’s creation, the piece echoes the reminder that we all need someone to rely on. The stories ..read more