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| Worldwise: Dancer and Choreographer Chloe Arnold’s Favorite Things - Barron's Posted: 30 Sep 2020 09:10 AM PDT  Emmy-nominated dancer and choreographer Chloe Arnold.Courtesy Chloe ArnoldFew women tap dancers accomplish all that Emmy-nominated Chloe Arnold has. Tap, after all, is an art form dominated by men. Arnold is admired for her percussive, rhythmic sequences, electrifying moves, and intricate footwork, reflecting most every dance style—from jazz to hip-hop to swing to African—as well as her innate ability to improvise with flair. The international tap star was discovered as a child in her hometown of Washington, D.C., by dance legend Debbie Allen , a role model for the young, aspiring Arnold. "She is a renaissance woman defying all odds, and her achievements have paved the way for my journey," Arnold says of Allen. After high school, Arnold majored in film at Columbia University with the desire to meld her love of dance with television and movies. Although she has seized the spotlight as a solo dancer, Arnold, 40, can also often be seen performing with her sister, Maud , and a troupe of other tappers in Syncopated Ladies, the fierce all-women tap company she founded and directs. The group has taken the stage in New York, Los Angeles, D.C., and Dubai, and on the popular television series So You Think You Can Dance. On its YouTube channel, the company's viral video—the scintillating cover of Beyonce's "Formation," praised by Beyonce herself—has attracted more than 250,000 views. Beyond Sophisticated Ladies, Arnold's choreography has been featured on a host of television specials and commercials, as well as on Good Morning America and dozens of episodes of The Late Late Show with James Corden, including the wildly popular (and hilarious) Crosswalk the Musical series. In her spare time, Arnold and her sister stay busy with The Chloe and Maud Foundation, an organization dedicated to establishing equal opportunities for Black and Brown children, and providing training in dance, entrepreneurship, and empowerment. "Our foundation work means so much to me," she says. "I was a scholarship kid growing up, and I know the value of what it means to be included, educated, and uplifted." Both sisters feel strongly about paving the way for the next generation while using dance as the conduit. "With the injustices facing the Black community, my sister Maud and I have always understood the healing quality of dance," she says. Together they launched a movement called Dance for Justice, "to get young people inspired, activated, and to spread the message around the world that we believe in equity and justice." Arnold, who is bi-coastal but sheltered in place in Los Angeles during the pandemic, shared her inspirations and favorite things with Penta. When it's safe to travel, I want to go to… Africa. We now have dance students in Zimbabwe, Nigeria, and South Africa. I would love to meet them in person and connect with my cultural roots. My favorite neighborhood in the world is… Ipanema, Rio De Janeiro. It is the perfect mix of culture, dance, city, beach, mountains, and waterfalls. My ultimate paradise. The best book I've read recently is… Writing My Wrongs by Shaka Senghor. This is an incredible book that really inspired me to take a deeper look at redemption and the criminal justice system. Since reading the book, our work has extended into "Dance For Justice." If I were to buy a piece of art it would be by… Sophia Dawson . The piece that I love is David. Her work speaks to me and she works in prison reform to illuminate the stories of the untold. The one thing that gets me up in the morning is… the beautiful possibilities of life, love, and joy. I am inspired by how dance can bring people together to uplift, unite, create, and celebrate, even in the face of the greatest challenges. When I'm not working, the way I stay Zen at home is… I love to listen to ocean sounds and take a warm bath in Epsom salt. The total opposite is that I love to play music loudly and dance around. A passion of mine that few people know about is… Interior decorating. I love renovating and furniture shopping. It's super fulfilling for me. The restaurant in my hometown that I love to take a visitor is… I love My Two Cents in Los Angeles. It's a black women-owned restaurant by Master Chef Alisa Reynolds . She serves healthy soul food and the vibes are incredibly special. Everyone feels at home. The person who has inspired me to do what I do is… Debbie Allen. She's an incredible mentor, teacher, and mother figure in my life. She taught me to believe in myself with no limits. I dream with infinite possibilities because of her beautiful lessons. She taught me to rise above the obstacles, and make room for the future. If we weren't social distancing right now and I could grab a drink with anyone, it would be… Oprah . I would grab a fresh juice poolside at her home. Yes, that's a big dream but I always dream big. I adore her work, her mission, message, and accomplishments. I am so thankful for her impact on myself and the world. |
| Posted: 04 Sep 2020 12:00 AM PDT The 2017 live-action Beauty & the Beast remake starring Emma Watson was nothing less than magical, but could you imagine what it would have like if Beyoncé was part of it? The film's director, Bill Condor, previously revealed that he pegged the superstar to appear in the Disney reboot as French-speaking feather duster, Plumette. However, Bey turned down the role mainly because it wasn't a big enough part.  Beyoncé was considered for a not-so-major role in the filmWhen Beauty & The Beast director Bill Condor was rounding up actors to star in the Disney classic's live-action remake, he tried—and failed—to get Beyoncé involved. Since he had worked with the Queen Bey before on the 2006 musical Dreamgirls (he directed the film), Condor was well aware of her dynamic presence and thought she would be a great addition to the project. However, the part Condor reportedly offered the superstar was a little too small for her liking, prompting her to turn down the opportunity. RELATED: Beyoncé Once Turned Down $6 Million to Perform and It Was Her Smartest Decision Yet "I even tried to get her into Beauty and the Beast, but it wasn't a big enough part," he said during a 2017 interview with Yahoo Entertainment. "She would have been a good feather duster." The role of Plumette, Lumière's lover and castle feather duster, eventually went to actor Gugu Mbatha-Raw. Turning down the part may have been for the bestThough Beyoncé would have definitely been a good feather duster, turning down the role may have been the best thing for her. While filming for Beauty & the Beast was taking place, the singer had a lot on her plate, both professionally and personally. In addition to headlining sold-out world tours, running and investing in various businesses, making time for her family, and eventually falling pregnant with her twins, Sir and Rumi Carter, Bey's schedule was jam-packed. So, adding another major production under her belt and finding time to play a not-so-major movie role could have stretched her a little too thin. But turning down the role of Plumette wasn't all that bad because instead of spending time filming the live-action remake, Bey was able to focus on her own projects and release even more masterpieces she's known for creating. 'Beauty & The Beast' wasn't the only film Bey has opted of starring inBefore Condor pegged her to appeared Beauty & The Beast, Bey was considered for another Disney movie role, which she also turned down. According to sources, the "Halo" singer was considered to voice Princess Tiana in 2009's The Princess and the Frog. While she was casting directors' first choice for the iconic Disney princess, the singer ultimately lost out on the opportunity to play the character after failing to audition for the role. RELATED: Beyoncé Lost the Role of This Disney Princess After Refusing to Audition "Beyoncé expected an offer, but wouldn't audition and so she didn't get one," Jen Rubin, author of Confessions of a Casting Director, told The New York Post via Page Six. "Tyra Banks, Jennifer Hudson wanted it. Alicia Keys auditioned three times…They had to sing, so we made it clear they needed sheet music," Rudin added. "Tyra came in with a CD, but it didn't matter because she was so pretty and nice. It went to Anika Noni Rose, who was the most qualified." Though starring in a Disney film might not have been in her plans before, that has since changed as she recently starred as Nala in the 2019 live-action remake of The Lion King. But seeing as though she had a lead role, a heavy hand in the official soundtrack curation, and received a hefty check from the film, it's clear why Bey didn't turn down that opportin. |
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