Speaking & Lectures

Armando Braswell regularly speaks on dance, artistic practice, education, and creative entrepreneurship within academic, cultural, and professional contexts. His lectures and talks draw on his experience as a performing artist, educator, and founder of arts institutions, and are grounded in practical insight rather than abstract theory.

His speaking engagements address topics such as professional development in dance, artistic sustainability, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the realities of building a career in the performing arts.

Selected Lectures & Talks

Armando Braswell has delivered lectures and talks at institutions and platforms including:

FHNW – University of Applied Sciences and Arts Switzerland— Guest lecture
TEDx Basel — See More for Yourself
Global Entrepreneurship Week (Basel) — Closing address
CreativeMornings Basel — Rhythm
The Juilliard School — Entrepreneur Symposium
School of American Ballet — Dancing in Europe
Prix de Lausanne Summer Intensive — A Career in Dance
Marymount Manhattan College — Dialogues in Dance
Roche Pharmaceuticals (Basel) — Drive and Inspiration
Novartis Online Symposium — Desk Dancing
Swisspeers Start-up Event (Basel) — Starting a Business

These talks have taken place across academic institutions, cultural organizations, corporate environments, and public forums.

Panels, Conversations & Public Dialogue

In addition to formal lectures, Armando regularly participates in panel discussions, interviews, and public conversations focused on dance, education, and artistic leadership. These formats often involve dialogue with students, artists, and interdisciplinary professionals and are tailored to the context and audience.

Speaking Topics

While each engagement is adapted to its setting, recurring themes include:

Professional pathways in dance
Transitioning from training to professional practice
Artistic sustainability and longevity
Building and leading cultural initiatives
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Creativity, discipline, and responsibility in the arts

Format & Availability

Armando Braswell is available for lectures, moderated conversations, panels, and workshops within academic, cultural, and professional settings. Engagements may be adapted for students, artists, educators, or broader public audiences.

For inquiries regarding speaking engagements info@armandobraswell.com