Christine Allen-Carlons (She/Her)
Dance Teaching Artists
Christine Allen-Carlson is a trained dancer and educator well versed in ballet, tap, jazz, creative movement and modern dance for over 25 years. Her training experience includes Ballet Americana, Wayne State University under dance scholarship, and Brain-Compatible Dance Education in Seattle. Christine has performed professionally and continues to keep up on training in best teaching methods, and regularly participates in adult ballet and tap classes. She is also a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and is committed to providing opportunities for accessible dance exploration and excellence while promoting healthy bodies, minds and spirits. As co-founder and former Artistic Director of Living Arts, Christine thoroughly enjoys imparting her passion for dance in the OSA program, aiming to foster confident, joyful movers. She is honored to have watched so many students grow up in the program and make their own creative mark in the community.
Q: What is the strangest job you’ve had?
A: Getting hired to teach the "Cha-Cha Slide" at a party, even though the lyrics tell you exactly what to do!
Q: What is the funniest thing you’ve heard a young person say?
A: A 3-year-old to the rest of her class: "Be quiet, you're making me nervous.”
Q: If you could be BFF’s with any fictional character, who would it be?
A: Winnie the Pooh, because he enjoys the simple things in life, and is always kind and willing to listen.
Q: What art form or hobby have you always wanted to try?
A: Knitting
Q: What is the most memorable or impactful art experience you’ve had as an adult?
A: I can't say there's only one, but I have a fairly clear memory of most of my students performing. Their pride and excitement in sharing their accomplishments has had more impact on me than watching a professional performance (though I have been blown away by many of those as well!).