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A Duet Made for the Camera with LACHSA Student Dancers

June 18, 2020
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Making Dance for Camera
LACHSA Dance students study light, environment, cinematography and story in this socially distant duet.
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Southland Sessions Presents: From high school operas and drive-thru art exhibitions to Chicano comedies and underground DJ sets—we are showcasing the vibrancy of arts and culture across our city today.

"Duet," from LACHSA Dance students, Jackie Lee and Tara Aghaian, is a study in making dance for the camera. In testing the new medium, they explore light, space and environment, cinematography, body, composition and story.

Perfromance Title: "Duet"
Presented By: LACHSA Dance
Originally Performed: May 5, 2020
Dancers: Jackie Lee and Tara Aghaian

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The Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA) offers a specialized program combining college-preparatory academic instruction and conservatory-style training in the visual and performing arts. Find out more about LACHSA Dance here.

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