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We have all heard it. I wish my company performed more, toured, had more
pachangas, practiced less, danced Sinaloa more etc. No matter how awesome
your dance company, there is always something that you wish were
different. It’s human nature, we all look around and see that another
Group seems to have something that we wish for. So how do we go about
bringing about the changes that we want in our Company?
1) Examine the dynamics. What is it that attracted you to your
present company? Is it the people, the material, the level of Artistic
ability, the location? Assuming that you are comfortable with the factors
above, does the Group that you admire have these things? The point being
that every priority comes with a trade off. For example, that Group that
Tours so much that you like, probably doesn’t have the time or energy for
those after practice socials you so enjoy. Be honest with yourself, is the
possible downside something your willing to accept?
2) Look in the Mirror. Ok, so your willing to accept a change if it
happens. Now what have you contributed to move your company in that right
direction. As the saying goes, “put up or….. “ You know the rest. Most
folkloric companies are stretched in time and resources with a few people
carrying the majority of the workload. So if you really want to bring that
kickin Yucatan Suite of dances to your Grupo, research the Maestro, find
out costs, dates, details, come up with some ideas to pay for the costs of
the venture and make sure that your Director know that you want this and
are willing to help make it happen!
3) Fundraise. Great Ideas cost money. Always, and without
exception. So unless your Grupo is sponsored by Microsoft, any advances
are gonna require funding. If your company is a Non Profit, is there a
grant that could cover costs, do you have a fundraising committee or
treasurer to consult? Find out the costs and set up a budget to meet the
needs.
4) Talk your idea up. Every Director wants to make his/her Dancers
happy. Every Mesa Directiva to answer to its membership. The more people
you have on Board with your idea, the better off you are of having it
implemented. So get out there and chat up you fellow dancers and have them
voice their support for your efforts.
All Groups, no matter how well established rely on their members to bring
forth ideas and change in the organizations. With a little planning and
work, you can make that change you have been wanting in your folkloric
dance company.
- Director
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