We have a rich living history in this dance community, and after a variety of deeply inspiring conversations with some of my favorite dance artists I knew it was time to capture these stories to share with YOU! And sooooo Dance Chat with Aubre Hill was born. You can access these anytime on my youtube channel. This online interview series looks at our history, lineage, changes, teaching philosophies, performance techniques, and so much more. Please check it out and let me know your thoughts. I’d love to hear from you!

Episode #1 Jamilla al Wahid
Episode #2 Helena Vlahos
Episode #3 Sahra Saeeda
Episode #4 Anaheed
and more to come…..

I’m honored to be part of this year’s Love Letters production again. This unique dance film online performance brings a cast of dance artists together representing a vastness of styles and influences for one special evening. We each create a film based upon a love letter by another cast member. The topics, experiences, and takes are all different pushing each of us to step out of our comfort zone and into creating something truly new. Join us September 17th, 2022 at 4pm pst. https://loveletters.thedancerwitch.com

We are continuing the summer school fun with our full July schedule on Patreon.

“Historic Roots & a new exotic” by Aubre Hill “The sun is intense as we walk down dusty paths, exploring craft booths, distracted by jugglers, watching staged debauchery, and meandering among the ten thousand people visiting the Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire. We finally make our way to the Merchant’s stage just as the drums begin and the rhythmic sound of finger cymbals announce the “bellydancers”.  Six ornately dressed dancers shimmy through the audience, glide onto the stage, and begin weaving a story of far off lands and exotic places…”

Summer is just around the corner, and for me that always brings a sense of excitement for in-depth studies, trying new things, fun adventures, and creative play. With that spirit in mind, I have created a whole summer program including consistent movement practice, new lectures, and fun intensives.

A mixture of historical biography, trashy tabloid, and uplifting feminism, “Midnight in Cairo: The Divas of Egypt’s Roaring ‘20s” by Raphael Cormack brings to life interwar Cairo through the stories of nine pivotal women of Egypt’s entertainment history. Cormack sets the scene by looking at the evolving entertainment industry of Esbekiyya, a now quiet area of Cairo that once was the bustling entertainment center of Egypt. We journey through the evolution of Esbekiyya from the late nineteenth century under Ottoman Rule to British occupation, both World Wars, Independence, and through the development of technology from early music recordings to film. Additionally, this entertainment district was embedded in illegal activity including gambling, drugs, prostitution, and gangs. It is the setting for dramatic stories, ambitious lives, and the kind of gritty details you expect from the fringe of society.

When your identity is persecuted, any act of cultural expression can be a statement of defiance. The Wende Museum’s exhibition “Soviet Jewish Life” examines this resilience with work by photographer Bill Aron and conceptual artist Yevgeniy Fiks. Review by Aubre Hill

Join me from anywhere Thursday, March 3rd 8:30-9:30pm pst for Pilates for Peace. Pilates class for all bodies on zoom with ALL proceeds (of any amount you would like to donate) going straight to UNHCR~ The UN Refugee Agency providing assistance to Ukrainians. Donations can be sent via paypal to aubre@aubrehill.com or venmo to Aubre Hill. INCLUDE “Pilates for Peace” in the notes please so I make sure every cent is donated as intended. No amount too small, no amount too big. Everyone welcome as we move in this healing somatic practice. A mat or towel is recommended.

My interview on Raqs Talk discussing dance language, expression, styles, and more!

Meet Aubre Hill: Dance Artist and Event Producer in this interview on Shout Out LA