We had the good fortune of connecting with Emily Fabretti and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Emily, is your business focused on helping the community? If so, how?
I wouldn’t necessarily call it a business, but my life passion brings harmony and unity to the world. The beautiful thing about dance is it initiates thoughts, feelings, emotion, and movement in an unconventional way of communicating. I find that in my practice I feel the most gratitude when the movement in my body invokes a spark in someone else. I’ve grown up performing and competing, and while there were ups and downs the main thing I would walk away from is knowing that I did something, because I felt something. When you are dancing it is usually a celebration of something, which brings people together in unity. I love the cultural aspect of dance and how different styles have originated all around the world. It brings people together, and when you have music you have love, joy, and celebration. Exchanging energy is what it is all about. Words are when it gets complicated, because theres room to misinterpret. And while that can also be read through body language, that should never be the goal. No matter the differences us humans share in the world, we all just want to be loved and be able to share that with others. That is why I love dance, and why it is so universally powerful.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
First I would like to say that this industry is not an easy one, despite what people may think. I have learned so much in the past two years in college that I wouldn’t take back for anything. I learned to never give myself a limit, or feel like I need to fit in some sort of box or category. I can be many things. I don’t have to just be a dancer, I can explore acting, directing, writing, and creating different forms of art. This was a huge shock to me as I grew up very much in a bubble. I am the kind of person who puts a lot of pressure on myself to be perfect, and I tend to compromise what feels natural for the sake of what other people want. This is something I am still trying to overcome. My senior year of high school took a huge toll on my life. I wasn’t taking care of myself and speaking up when I was uncomfortable, eventually leading to a serious injury that I will never be able to fully recover. That year turned my life upside down, because I thought, and was told, that I would never make it in the dance industry. I overcame this by conquering my insecurities and after much therapy and healing, pushing myself toward my dream. I never looked back, only forward, and because of my amazing school and teachers am where I am today. I learned that some people you will never please, and that is never a measure of your worth. When I was going through these challenges I longed for someone to understand me, and to tell me it was going to be okay. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find much information about dancers in the industry with my injury. So, I want to be that example. I want to help people who feel like their dreams are done because of one instance, and let them know that things happen for a reason, and anything is possible.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
There are so many beautiful places in California to explore! If my best friends Marie and Cecelia were visiting I have the perfect place for them. My favorite has to be the Angeles National Forest. Going there for the first time was magical. I would also love to take them down the PCH to Malibu, and one of my favorite restaurants Malibu Farms! We would have to go on many hikes, visit the Hollywood Sign, and Santa Monica. I would HAVE to take them to my favorite coffee place, Philz, and my favorite Acai place, Backyard Bowls. We would have such a great time hanging out around the Zo and appreciating all of the beautiful things California has to offer.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I want to thank my parents for the copious sacrifices they make for me and my family. They are the hardest workers I know, and they inspire me to explore all avenues and never sell myself short. Dad, thank you for accepting me and always being down for a Dunkin’ iced coffee. Mom, thank you for being the kindest woman I know. You are the divine feminine.

Instagram: @emilyfabretti

Youtube: Emily Fabretti

Other: Email: emily.fabretti@gmail.com

Image Credits
It’s Deep for No Reason – Choreography by Calei Marie / Director of Photography Bennett Barbosa American Dream – Choreography by Jessica Nonny and Sidney Brasher / Director of Photography Michael Woloson My Only Love – Emily Fabretti

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