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Film and TV choreographers are organizing their own union

May 31, 2023
They want the residuals and better working conditions other guilds have obtained for members.
Up until this spring, commercial choreographers — those working in film, television, music and on digital platforms — didn't have a union they could join.
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This Dallas dancer looks to challenge the idea of the "starving artist"

Feb 16, 2023
Alexandra Light is looking to transition from a full-time dancer to a full-time choreographer.
"If you have two dancers in a family trying to support kids, it's like nearly impossible," said Dallas dancer Alexandra Light.
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