Dance school directors aim for inclusiveness, professionalism

SARATOGA SPRINGS - When Raul Martinez departed suddenly from the National Museum of Dance's School of the Arts last year, then newly appointed museum director Laura DiRado said the choice of successor was clear – joint leadership from Joan Anderson and Cristiane Santos.The two women – both accomplished professional dancers who were appointed co-directors in October – have 26 years of combined experience teaching the students at the School of the Arts. They also finish each othe