SOPHIA LANG
SIMI VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
Photo by Adrien Padilla
“I’m most inspired by human connections.”
-Sophia Lang
Photo by Adrien Padilla
Sophia Lang, originally from Simi Valley, California, began dancing at the age of three. Her passion for dance led her to Chapman University, where she graduated with a BFA in Dance Performance and a minor in Business Administration. Since graduating, Sophia has worked and performed at several locations around Orange County including the Disneyland Resort and at the Teatro Martini Dinner Cabaret Show. She has had the opportunity to perform works by notable artists such as Dwight Rhoden, Ido Tadmor, Jennifer Backhaus, Amanda Kay White, and Tommie-Waheed Evans. This is Sophia’s fourth season with Backhausdance.
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When did you start dancing?
I started dancing at the age of three
Do you have a pre performance ritual?
I always give myself a warm up and run through any parts of the piece I’m nervous about. Before I go on stage I take some time to myself to take a few deep breaths.
What is your favorite non-dance hobby or activity?
My favorite non-dance hobby is watching TV or movies.
What is a must-have item in your dance bag?
Snacks I intend to eat, but never get around to.
How do you prepare for a rehearsal?
I prepare for rehearsal by watching the videos of the pieces to familiarize myself with the movement and choreography.
What gives you inspiration?
I'm most inspired by human connections. That is something that has always been a prominent aspect in my own pieces as well as my favorite part of dancing and performing in the pieces of others.