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Broadway’s Afra Hines on How Her Mother Gave Her the Gift of Dance

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Broadway’s Afra Hines on How Her Mother Gave Her the Gift of Dance My mother carried me into a dance studio on her hip when I was 3 or 4 years old. I wanted to learn to tap dance. Being the mom she was, she wanted to encourage and nurture my budding interests, and so there we were, signing up for class even though the studio said I was a bit on the young side. A decade later, she was still encoura...
The article provides an inspiring story about the power of a parent's support in helping their child pursue their dreams. By signing her young daughter up for dance classes, even though the studio thought she was too young, Afra Hines' mother demonstrated a strong commitment to nurturing her interests and passions. This support continued throughout Hines' career, with her mother moving cities with her and attending every one of her performances. The article highlights the emotional and physical ...