About this episode
Dr Katrina Rank discusses her journey as a choreographer and educator, highlighting her innovative research in creative practices.
Dr Katrina Rank is an award-winning choreographer and educator based in Naarm, Melbourne, Australia. Her work creates spaces where the imagination flourishes, expressive forces are harnessed and dynamic exchanges occur. A graduate of the Australian Ballet School, she performed in dance companies in Australia and abroad before returning home to undertake further studies including a Bachelor of Education and a PhD in Contemporary Arts (Deakin University 1994 and 2001). Katrina was the first Australian researcher to complete her doctorate through practice-exegesis, forging the way for many others to research via their creative practices.
People in this episode
Host: Nat Grant
Guest: Dr Katrina Rank
Topics covered
- choreography
- education
- creative practices
- dance
- arts
Keywords
- choreographer
- educator
- dance
- Naarm
- Melbourne
- PhD
- creative practices
- Australian Ballet School
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Australian Ballet School, Deakin University
Places: Naarm, Melbourne, Australia
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