What It Takes | Artopia

Von Howard believes the most important traits in a dancer are drive and work ethic. 

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What It Takes | Artopia Classical Training | Artopia

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Classical Training | Artopia
Von Howard explains the complex relationship between classical and modern dance styles and how he incorporates the difference influences.
What It Takes | Artopia Getting Serious | Artopia

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Getting Serious | Artopia
In high school, Von Howard discovered his passion for dance. He describes how he continued to develop his craft.
What It Takes | Artopia Turbulence | Artopia

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Turbulence | Artopia
Christian von Howard talks about the piece, Turbulence, that he choreographed in three days. The Power Company performed this piece at the Columbia Museum of Art.
What It Takes | Artopia Work Style | Artopia

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Work Style | Artopia
Christian von Howard talks about his work style when it comes to choreography. Von Howard uses athletic, aerial movement in his work influenced by a great variety of styles.