People Dancing is a consortium of modern dance artists, and the style of the company is fresh and eclectic.  Each performance event includes new and repertory dance works, satisfying physicality and a unique twist.  The company’s artists have been lauded in the press as: “ uncompromisingly assertive” in the their dancing, (1992), as possessing an “ethereal beauty” (2005) and for being extremely musical.  The whole company performs tight and captivating productions.

This not-for-profit company is overseen by a Board of Directors. Drawing from a wide array of talent and experience, the Board brings expertise in media, publicity, law, fundraising, production, art, history, music; and (of course) movement. It is through the influence of the Board and the direction of the Program Director that People Dancing brings its mission, vision and values into reality.

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Performances:

"People Dancing is a wonderful resource for dancers and choreographers."
Robin Wilson, University of Michigan Dance Department, Associate Professor, Ann Arbor Dance Works/ Company Member, 2006

"The production and performance is so tight-- the dancers themselves take on an ethereal beauty that matches their movement."

"Dazzling Display!"
William Zilke, Heritage Newspapers, 2005

"(the company's) Choreography is always inviting and inventive."
Shawn T. Bible, former Company Member, Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance, Idaho State University, 2006

"Magic in, magic out!"
Susan Issacs Nisbett, Ann Arbor News, 2006

"A winning fusion"

"a lively romp through the natural world"
Stephanie Rieke, Ann Arbor News, 2002

“(the assembly) with your group performing…was a magnificent experience for our students!  You made dance come alive for them in a way no other performance could have.”
Kathy Scarnecchia, Principal, Mitchell Elementary School, Ann Arbor Public Schools, 2006 

"Uncompromisingly assertive!” of Sears-Etter’s performance, Northern Lights, 1992 

“Through my involvement in many ( People Dancing) events, I have seen Christina Sears Etter’s commitment to professionalism and the art of dance.”
Sherry Jerome, Eastern Michigan University Professor of Dance, 2006

Workshops:

"Fabulous residencies!  People Dancing is uniquely successful at teaching dance as an art within an educational setting.  Workshops are well thought-out with a clear curricular focus. Educators have a good understanding of special-needs populations." 
Robin Wilson, University of Michigan Dance Department Professor, and Ann Arbor Dance Works, Company Member, 2006

"Methodology is appropriate for our gifted students as well as our challenged learners.  The efficient use of resources to deliver this class impressed me."
Jan Taylor, Public School Teacher and Visual Artist, 2002

“Ms. Sears Etter’s warm communication style and behavior management systems are professional and engaging.” "This teacher inspires and motivates with aesthetic awareness.  The results are refreshingly excellent!"
Jan Taylor, Public School Teacher and Visual Artist, 2003

"The school is abuzz with excitement when People Dancing educators bring their uplifting and energetic dance workshops in."
Jan Taylor, Public School Teacher and Visual Artist, 2003

"Your weeklong artist-in-residence program was a terrific success.  Each class had an experience that was age appropriate, motivating and unique.  Your staff made learning fun and each teacher was able to manage large groups of students very well.”
Kathy Scarnecchia, Principal, Mitchell Elementary School, Ann Arbor Public Schools, 2006 

“ These teachers really know what they are doing!”

“The students love this format. This teacher has the students committed to what they are doing…I don’t know how she does it!”
Teachers from the Ann Arbor Learning Community, a K-8 public charter school, 2003