Dear Supporter of the Arts,
Dance is one of the oldest languages known to humanity. Long before we spoke, we moved — to tell stories, mark milestones, and connect with each other and ourselves. In every culture, dance has always been more than entertainment; it has been medicine, expression, resistance, and community.
Today, dance continues to evolve. It’s no longer just for the stage or studio. It drives the rhythm of our commercials, brings emotion to our favorite TV shows, fuels viral trends, and helps brands sell everything from sneakers to soda. But beyond screens and stages, we’re seeing a deeper truth emerge: dance is essential. It’s a tool to regulate our nervous systems, especially for youth facing an unprecedented mental health crisis and in a digital age culture that can bring distance and separation. It builds self-awareness, connection, and resilience.
At The Bridge Movement, we train dancers not just to be exceptional artists — but to be integrated human beings. We believe that a sustainable professional career in dance begins with mental well-being, artistic exploration, and real-world industry preparation. Our two-year program fills the gap between studio training and a flourishing life as a working artist, rooted in mentorship, wellness, and courageous creativity.
We invite you to be part of this movement. Your support helps make elite training accessible, funds vital wellness education, and empowers a new generation of dance artists whose impact will reach far beyond the stage.
With gratitude and belief in the power of movement,
Stacey Tookey
The Bridge Movement is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization. Contributions for the charitable purposes of The Bridge Movement must be made payable to “Fractured Atlas” only and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.