Choreographer Subashini Ganesan-Forbes discusses the vital role of friendship in her latest dance work, Kalyana Mitra, created with Portland artists Jordan Isadore and Angela Mazziotta. In a backdrop of declining arts funding and political challenges, Ganesan-Forbes encourages the local artistic community to persist in their endeavors. With her leadership at New Expressive Works and her position at the Oregon Arts Commission, she is actively promoting arts support during these trying times, underscored by her recent advocacy piece on the future of art in Oregon.
Ganesan-Forbes emphasizes the importance of continuing to create art amidst challenging circumstances, urging artists to persevere, especially with her latest work focused on friendship.
In her latest performance, Ganesan-Forbes explores the theme of friendship alongside local artists, embodying the spirit of community in a time of dwindling arts funding.
The conversation between Ganesan-Forbes and colleagues highlights the impact of national arts budget cuts, though it also reinforces the commitment to artistic expression as a vital response.
Ganesan-Forbesâs role at New Expressive Works positions her as a key advocate for Portlandâs arts scene, particularly in navigating the challenges posed by recent funding cuts.
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