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What are your future hopes for the
Goh Ballet Academy?
CHG: I hope to bring our distinction in
dance training and productions to more
cities and locations. As an organization,
to never stop learning and growing so
that we continue to contribute to the
changing needs as reflected by changes and
advancements in our society. Goh Ballet
believes in creating easy access to quality
dance programs. We would like to present
professional dance productions to more
communities where the performing arts
will be a fulfilling part of life.
Where does Vancouver stand
globally in the world of arts? How
can the art scene improve and grow
in Vancouver?
CHG: Vancouver is known for many
things, but perhaps art is not currently
on the top-five list at this time. We
are doing our part to steadily produce
programs, repertoire, productions, dancers,
choreographers and teachers who will
positively affect rapid growth, and it’s
becoming known. Vancouver is so much
more than our mountains and oceans!
What interests and hobbies do you
have outside of work?
CHG: I draw a lot of inspiration from
nature, people and history. It does seem
at times that things I do outside of work
are also what continue to inspire me in
my work. I think time to do nothing is a
valuable way to recharge.
Outside of work, what other
activities and organizations are you
a part of?
CHG: I was a founding member of the
City of Vancouver’s Arts and Culture
Policy Council and I regularly spend
time on the juries of international dance
competitions around the world. I believe
in advocating for artists and for education.
I also contribute time on the advisory
board of Mulgrave School, which is an
independent International Baccalaureate
school.
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