Jonathan Bostelman | Season in Review

One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us. A special thank you to the artists of the company for sharing about their experiences in the 2021/22 Season.

Jonathan Bostelman in Julianna Rubio Slager's All God's Children

Q. Pick one word to describe the 2021/22 Season.

A. Reflective

Q. You performed many works this season! Does one stand out as the most meaningful or most notable for you personally? Why?

A. The most meaningful work that I performed is Julianna Rubio Slager's Gospel Impressions. I have loved finding the depth of the work and how I can relate to it. Being able to be at the intersection of all of the artistic elements has been truly special. 

Q. What or who has inspired you this season?

A. I have really been inspired by the whole company's ability to adapt to the large amount of repertoire that we have performed this season. 

Q. What are you looking forward to next season?

A. I am looking forward to starting Ballet 5:8's 11th season and being a part of the future and growth of this company.