Vision Now – November 2021
Vision Now Dance + Technology = Innovative Art
Listen Lakeland welcomes guests, Matthew Giallourakis, Florida Polytechnic University Graduate; Jaimie Davis, Electrical Engineer Student at Florida Polytechnic University; and Stefan Dolbashian, Artistic Director of Florida Dance Theatre. Together with host Jermaine Thornton, who is the Executive Director of Florida Dance Theatre and a Lakeland Vision Board Member, the group shares details of a unique collaboration between Florida Dance Theatre and Florida Polytechnic University’s Arts Lab called “APEX”. APEX uses technology to convert the beauty and grace of dance into an innovative, stunning work of art. Tune in to see how this project is bringing artistic value to both mediums on this edition of the Listen Lakeland Show!
Related Vision Focus Areas & Goals:
- Jobs for a Vibrant Economy:
Prosperous Lakeland
Lakeland will be a prosperous, technologically-advanced city that attracts and retains a young, innovative, and talented workforce within a creative environment. - Activities for a Diverse Community:
Arts and Culture
Lakeland will provide a supportive arts environment that advances, promotes, and funds the arts community to invite community-wide participation in the arts. - Lifelong Education:
Funding and Community Support
Lakeland will support quality education through collaboration among schools, businesses, and other institutions in the community.
Higher and Continuing Education
Lakeland will create strong partnerships with its colleges and universities.
