Performing Well Blog
Performing Well is a blog to experience wellness and its unique challenges through the lens of the performing artist. A resource for the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance community, and beyond, provided by our SMTD Wellness Ambassadors.
Your source for inclusive informal content, conversation, interviews, wellness resources, and more.
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A Balancing Act: Staying Afloat as a Multi-Avenued Performing Artist
![Portrait of Elena Chambers, Disability Activist](https://smtd.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Wellness-Blog-Elena-Chambers-Part-1.jpg)
An Interview with Elena Chambers Part 2: Improving Accessibility in Performing Arts Schools
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An Interview with Elena Chambers Part 1: Learning Disabilities in Performing Arts Spaces
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Access to Performing Arts Education and its Effect on Well-being: 4 Student Interviews
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Take a Breath: Yogic Breathing Practices for Performing Artists
![Alexander Technique as a tool for purposeful and expansive movement](https://smtd.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wellness-alexander-technique.jpg)
Alexander Technique as a Tool for Purposeful and Expansive Movement
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Ergonomics for Performing Artists: What is it and how can we improve it?
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2024: What’s Out? Toxic Student/Teacher Relationships. What’s In? Boundary Setting.
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Working Double Time: Dos and Don’ts from Dual Degree Students
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Strengthening Small Ensembles Through Human-Horse Nonverbal Communication Tactics
![The Performing Athlete: Running Toward Your Goals](https://smtd.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/the-performing-athlete-how-running-1-1024x1024.jpg)
The Performing Athlete: Running Toward Your Goals
![Learning to Use Trauma-Informed Practice to Empower Our Artistry](https://smtd.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/wellness-trauma-informed-practice-1024x1024.jpg)