“Shadows” is a piece I choreographed for Timberline Dance Company, inspired by the theme “I Belong.” It explores the internal struggle of belonging—not from outside voices, but from the quiet self-doubt within. The piece begins with the feeling of isolation in a crowded room, showing emotional disconnection despite physical presence. As it unfolds, it reveals that others share these same battles. Through movement, tension shifts to clarity, anxiety to relief. Small moments of connection grow into unity. By the end, the dancers emerge from the shadows of their minds, finding a sense of belonging—not just with others, but within themselves.
