E49. Bill T. Jones: The Artist is Present.

Today’s episode is with choreographer and dancer Bill T. Jones. Jones is an award winning artist and legendary dancer. His work uses storytelling, movement, and multimedia elements such as spoken narrative and videotape to examine identity, social issues and autobiographical elements of his life. His 43-year long career reminds us on the importance of gratitude and remaining present in your life and artistry. In today’s conversation we’re reminded of the power in investigation. We also explore what it means to create amidst a state of grief. And the importance of spending a life in service to others. Things mentioned2010 Kennedy Center Honors - Bill T. JonesFELA!Arnie Zane: An IntroductionBill T. Jones: Still / Here with Bill MoyersWhat to readStory/Time: The Life of an Idea by Bill T. JonesThe Emigrants by W.G. SebaldThe Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison The Spirit in Man, Art and Literature by Carl Gustav JungBody Against Body: The Dance and Other Collaborations of Bill T. Jones & Arnie Zane by Bill T. Jones, Artie Zane, Elizabeth Zimmer Democracy Moving: Bill T. Jones, Contemporary American Performance, and the Racial Past By Ariel Nereson What to listen toFela! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) - Album by Fela KutiI Will Move On Up a Little Higher - by Mahalia JacksonSeptember by Earth, Wind & FireWho to followFollow Bill T. Jones on IG @billtjonesarniezanecoYou can also find his company here.This conversation was recorded on July 9th, 2022. Host Dario Calmese Producer: Coniqua Johnson Visual Art Direction and Designs: