Performance Anxiety
The dancer stretched her neck, shook out her hands, and breathed deeply. She went up on her toes and down again. One finger tapped the beat, counting down her cue. She tucked her hips, drew in her stomach and led with her hands, leaping on to the stage. The spotlights, usually so harsh and unforgiving, seemed to soften and wrap her gently, following her every … Continue reading Performance Anxiety