KATIE NATWICK
ESCONDIDO, CALIFORNIA
Photo by Adrien Padilla
“We have everything to share, nothing to prove.”
-Katie Natwick
Photo by Adrien Padilla
Katie Natwick began dancing at the age of eleven in her hometown of Escondido, California. Having discovered a deep passion for movement, she furthered her training at Chapman University where she received a BFA in Dance Performance. Throughout her career, Katie has had the opportunity to perform with companies including DANCE AEGIS, Kairos Dance Company and Nickerson-Rossi Dance, as well as choreographers Dwight Rhoden, Walter Matteini, Ido Tadmor, Ching Ching Wong, Tommie-Waheed Evans, Mauro Astolfi, Amanda Kay White, Jennifer Backhaus, Robin Conrad, Sean Greene, Jess Harper, and Dale Merrill, among others. This is Katie’s eighth season with Backhausdance.
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When did you start dancing?
I didn't start dancing until I was 11. I grew up doing gymnastics and the gym I trained at made us start taking dance classes which is when I fell in love with dance. It wasn't long after that when I made the switch!
What gives you inspiration?
I find inspiration in the friends and artists that I dance with. I find sharing and communicating with others through dance to be a great way to expand my own artistry. Very rewarding!
What is your favorite non-dance activity or hobby?
Backpacking! I love see new places, camping, and getting away from my routine when I can.
What are your words to live by?
We have everything to share, nothing to prove.