Conversations on Dance (Michael Sean Breeden & Rebecca King Ferraro)
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| 23 Mar 2023 | (333) Ted Brandsen and Rachel Beaujean, Dutch National Ballet Director and Associate Artistic Director, at Ballet Sun Valley | 00:38:51 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Ted Brandsen and Rachel Beaujean, Director and Associate Artistic Director of Dutch National Ballet. We are speaking to them in advance of the company's first tour to the United States in 40 years, which is to take place at the Ballet Sun Valley festival in Sun Valley, Idaho. First, we talk with Ted briefly about his career and his directorship. Then Rachel joins the conversation to discuss how they chose the repertoire for the upcoming tour and what they hope American audiences take away from the performances. Performances and additional events will be held this July 1st and 2nd and tickets can be purchased at balletsunvalley.org. _______________________________________________ This episode’s sponsors: • For our listeners in Hilton Head, and Charleston South Carolina, we hope you will join Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami as they tour to your area on March 22 thru 24th. A bold, cutting edge contemporary ballet company founded in 2016 by former Miami City Ballet Principal Dancers Jennifer Kronenberg and Carlos Guerra, DDTM has established itself with a dazzling repertoire and dynamic world class dancers hailing from various Hispanic, North and South American backgrounds. On March 24th, audiences will be treated to a full evening performance – a mixed bill program that will feature Gerald Arpino’s masterwork, ‘Light Rain,’ a main staple of the Dimensions’ repertoire since the company first brought the full ballet to South Florida in 2017. For tickets, visit artshhi.org. LINKS: Rate and Review us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3RwJqWc Join our email list: https://bit.ly/3USVfcp Instagram: instagram.com/conversationsondance Facebook: facebook.com/conversationsondance Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/conversationsondancefriends Twitter: twitter.com/convoondance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Apr 2023 | (334) Welcome to the new COD! with Michael and Rebecca | 00:29:43 | |
Welcome to the brand new Conversations on Dance! We are pleased to announce we are now a part of the Acast Creator Network. Check out what else is new:
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| 06 Apr 2023 | (335) Videographer Nel Shelby talks NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER 'Ballet Hispánico’s Doña Perón' | 00:41:38 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by dance videographer, director and producer Nel Shelby. Nel takes us through the entire creative process of filming Ballet Hispanico's performance of Annabelle Lopez Ochoa's 'Doña Peron' at the Kennedy Center. She shares with us the challenges and rewards of helming this 15 camera project.The filming will premiere on PBS as part of the 'NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER' series this April 14 at 10 PM EST, the same date it becomes available to stream on the PBS app and pbs.org. NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER “Ballet Hispánico’s Doña Perón” premieres Friday, April 14 at 10-11:30 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS, PBS.org, and the PBS app. LINKS:
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| 12 Apr 2023 | (336) James Whiteside on his directorial debut film 'Daytripper' | 00:29:01 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre James Whiteside to discuss his upcoming directorial debut film 'Daytripper'. James catches up to speed about his recovery from knee surgery, transforming his book 'Center Center' into a play and the creative concept and filming process for 'Daytripper'. You can stream 'Daytripper' as part of the All Arts Artist In Residence series this April 23rd at 10:55pm on PBS or stream the film on the All Arts app. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 17 Apr 2023 | (337) Linda Murray curator of the Jerome Robbins Dance Division at the New York Public Library | 00:57:37 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Linda Murray, the curator of the Jerome Robbins Dance Division at the New York Public Library. We speak with Linda about how her passions for dance and archiving merged, the history of the dance division, curating the collection and how every individual can protect and preserve their own personal archives. Plan a visit to the dance division by visiting nypl.org. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 25 Apr 2023 | RE-RELEASE: Edward Villella, Balanchine Dancer and former Artistic Director of Miami City Ballet (June 2017) | 01:17:30 | |
We are going back into our archives from the first few years of the podcast and re-releasing some of our favorite episodes. Today is our first re-release: our June 2017 interview with Edward Villella, Balanchine dancer and founding Artistic Director of Miami City Ballet. We talk with our former boss about his career, dancing for Balanchine, the specific roles made on him, and much more. Part Two of this re-release will be coming next week. Subscribe to Conversations on Dance wherever you get your podcasts. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 02 May 2023 | (338) Choreographer Omar Román De Jesús on his first work for Ballet Hispánico | 00:46:06 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by choreographer, Omar Román De Jesús. Omar takes us through his early training in Puerto Rico, the leap of faith he took in moving to New York City and how his humble early choreographic beginnings have led to a Princess Grace Award and commissions from world renowned companies. Omar's first work for Ballet Hispanico will premiere at New York City Center this summer, with performances running June 1st through the 3rd, on a program featuring additional works by Pedro Ruiz, Michelle Manzanales and William Forsythe. Tickets can be purchased at nycitycenter.org. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 05 May 2023 | RE-RELEASE: PART TWO with Edward Villella, former Artistic Director of Miami City Ballet (June 2017) | 00:46:05 | |
We are going back into our archives from the first few years of the podcast and re-releasing some of our favorite episodes. Today is part two of our June 2017 interview with Edward Villella, Balanchine dancer and founding Artistic Director of Miami City Ballet. In part two, we focus on his founding of Miami City Ballet and so much more. Listen to part one here. Subscribe to Conversations on Dance wherever you get your podcasts. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 09 May 2023 | (339) Reimagining La Bayadère with Phil Chan, Doug Fullington, and Sarah Wroth | 00:53:53 | |
Today on Conversations on Dance we are happy to bring you a panel discussion on a very special project: the reimagining of La Bayadère. Joining us are Phil Chan, of Final Bow for Yellowface, Doug Fullington, dance historian and musicologist, and Sarah Wroth, Associate Professor and Chair at Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. The trio talk with us about the idea to reexamine La Bayadère for a 21st century audience, how they are transforming the ballet while preserving it's history, and Indiana University's important role in it's creation. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 16 May 2023 | (340) Alice Robb, author of 'Don't Think, Dear: On Loving and Leaving Ballet' | 00:47:46 | |
This week on Conversations on Dance, we are joined by author, Alice Robb, whose memoir, ‘Don’t Think, Dear’, chronicles her experiences as a young ballet student. We talk about the creative process for the book, her decision to include far reaching studies on pain tolerance, dancer psychology, and other subjects to give context to a dancer’s life and experience, and the book’s place in recent high profile conversations that have arisen about whether, or how, problematic ballet’s past and present really are. Alice’s book is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3nZkYEt THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 18 May 2023 | RE-RELEASE: Patricia McBride, beloved Balanchine ballerina | 00:42:09 | |
We are going back into our archives from the first few years of the podcast and re-releasing some of our favorite episodes. Today we are restoring our 2016 interview with the legendary Balanchine ballerina, Patricia McBride to our feed, and if you missed it the first time, now is the perfect time to catch up. Patty, as she is affectionately referred to by her many fans, peers and students, tells us some truly memorable stories about a legendary time for dance in America with her signature radiance and charm. This episode was recorded in 2016 when Patricia was in Miami working with Miami City Ballet. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 23 May 2023 | (341) Choreographer Justin Peck on his newest work for Houston Ballet | 00:38:54 | |
Today on 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by choreographer Justin Peck to discuss his new work for Houston Ballet 'Under the Folding Sky'. Justin talks about how seeing the art work of James Turrell in Houston provided a jumping off point, how he's waited for almost a decade to use the ballet's Phillip Glass score and what it's been like to explore an epic scale of dance in this work for 24 artists. If you are in the Houston area, you can purchase tickets to see Justin's new work on houstonballet.org. 'Under the Folding Sky' runs on the 'Divergence' program alongside works by Aszure Barton and Stanton Welch from May 25th to June 4th. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 25 May 2023 | RE-RELEASE: Jennifer Homans, Author of Apollo's Angels | 00:38:26 | |
Today we are bringing you another re-release from the early days of 'Conversations On Dance', this time with author Jennifer Homans. In this episode today, first recorded in June 2017, we spoke with Jennifer about the book she prior to 'Mr. B' titled 'Apollo's Angels' which chronicles ballet's entire history, as well as her own history as a dancer and her founding of Center for Ballet and the Arts in NYC. Listen to episode 318 with Jennifer on her book 'Mr. B' Get your copy of Jennifer's books: Apollo's Angels - https://amzn.to/3WD9h2T Mr. B - https://amzn.to/3IInO7L LINKS:
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| 31 May 2023 | (342) Alejandro Cerrudo, Artistic Director of Charlotte Ballet | 00:34:45 | |
This week on Conversations On Dance, we sit down with Charlotte Ballet director and international choreographer Alejandro Cerrudo. We spoke with Alejandro about his first season of programming for Charlotte Ballet, how important freedom and risk taking are to the choreographic process and his plans to make the company an integral part of the city's identity. If you are in the Charlotte area, you can catch the company's choreographic lab from June 9-17. To subscribe to the company's 2023-24 season, visit charlotteballet.org. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR:
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| 06 Jun 2023 | (343) The History of Balanchine's 'Serenade' with Alastair Macaulay | 01:07:31 | |
Today we are joined by critic, dance scholar, and former chief dance critic to the New York Times, Alastair Macaulay. We talk with Alastair about the incredible legacy of George Balanchine's 'Serenade'. Originally choreographed in 1934 for students at the School Of American Ballet, 'Serenade' has gone on to become one of the most beloved works of the 20th century. Alastair takes us through the history of the ballet, including the myths surrounding its creation, the many changes it has gone through over the years, and why we should really all be pronouncing it 'Seren-AYDE'. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 13 Jun 2023 | (344) Male specific ballet training with Damien Johnson, Upper Division Head of The Washington School of Ballet | 00:37:08 | |
This week on Conversations on Dance, we are happy to bring you a chat with our friend, Damien Johnson. The topic of today’s conversation was suggested by one of our listeners who was looking for us to delve into male specific training and some of the issues that arise that are different from females in the field. Damien is a permanent guest faculty member at The School of American Ballet, and a sought after teacher who is certified in the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum in Pre-Primary-Level 3 as well as classical Pilates through Power Pilates. It was just announced that Damien will be stepping into the role of Upper Division Head at The Washington School of Ballet after his recent time as a faculty at Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet. Damien is the perfect person to chat with about this topic as he shares advice for young male dancers navigating an aspiring career in ballet. Special thanks to Brett Elizabeth Gardner for this topic suggestion. As a parent of a male dancer, who is now a part of a second company, Brett has founded The Ballet Help Desk, to help other parents support their dancers as they navigate the serious ballet training path. The Ballet Help Desk provides an extensive digital library, featuring a collection of articles and videos. Users can explore various topics, ranging from the path to becoming a professional dancer to how to choose a ballet residential program to how ballet competitions fit into the mix. Be sure the check them out at ballethelpdesk.com. LINKS:
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| 15 Jun 2023 | (345) Joshua Bergasse, Emmy award winning choreographer | 00:37:44 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Emmy award winning choreographer, Joshua Bergasse. Joshua tells us about breaking into the theater world as a choreographer, how collaborating with other creative teams impacts his work, branching out into television on the hit show 'Smash', and the full circle moment of first performing in West Side Story and now staging the choreography in the current Lyric Opera of Chicago production, running now through June 25th at the Lyric Opera House. Ticket available at lyricopera.org. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://bit.ly/3NQwoDj Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 21 Jun 2023 | (346) Tara Ghassemieh on honoring the untold story of the Iranian National Ballet | 00:35:16 | |
This week we are joined by Tara Ghassemieh, Principal dancer with Golden State Ballet. Tara talks with us as she discovers her place within the world of ballet and uncovers a forgotten piece of Iranian history. She tells us about her film 'Persian Swan' which is her tribute to the Iranian National Ballet and how this mission has evolved onto the stage with 'The White Feather.' If you are in the Southern California area, see 'The White Feather, A Persian Ballet Tale' June 29th at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica. Tickets are available on EventBrite. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://bit.ly/3NQwoDj Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 27 Jun 2023 | (347) Misty Copeland and Leyla Fayyaz on their film, 'Flower' | 00:44:03 | |
Today on Conversations On Dance, we are joined by acclaimed ballerina, Misty Copeland, and Emmy Award winning TV producer and writer, Leyla Fayyaz. We talk to Misty and Leyla about how they first met as young ballerinas at American Ballet Theatre, reconnecting to create Life In Motion Productions, the stories they want to tell in their new work and their first short film 'Flower', which recently premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. For my information on 'Flower' and Life In Motion Productions, follow @oaklandflowerfilm on Instagram. If you’d like to host a free screening of Life in Motion's new film Flower starring Misty Copeland please email flower@picturemotion.com. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://bit.ly/3NQwoDj Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 06 Jul 2023 | (348) Dan Watt, director of the documentary, 'Everybody Dance' | 00:38:45 | |
Today we are joined by Dan Watt, director of the documentary, 'Everybody Dance.' After his career as a dancer and choreographer, Dan ventured towards a career in film and television, working with stars like Bea Arthur, Carol Channing, and Simon Cowell, as well as working at Colombia Pictures in film development for years. Dan tells us about his beginnings in dance, how he decided that he had stories that he wanted to tell, and how he connected with the Ballet For All Kids dance studio in California, that became the centerpiece of his documentary. In 'Everybody Dance,' Dan follows five children, with different disabilities, their families and dance teacher for 10 months on their journey through life and toward their recital. As a part of Disability Pride month this July, 'Everybody Dance' is available now on Amazon Freevee. Watch now. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://bit.ly/3NQwoDj Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 11 Jul 2023 | (349) Peter Boal, on his new book, 'Illusions of Camelot: A Memoir' | 00:28:26 | |
Today we are joined by the Artistic Director of Pacific Northwest Ballet, Peter Boal. We have had the pleasure of having Peter on the podcast a handful of times in the past, but today we were happy to get to speak with him about his new memoir which was released in June, 'Illusions of Camelot: A Memoir.' Peter tells us about how he built the concept of the book, what he wanted to convey, and the experience of writing such personal essays about his life. 'Illusions of Camelot' is now available at your local book store or online on Amazon. Get Peter's book here: https://amzn.to/43ntRGl VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://bit.ly/3NQwoDj Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 18 Jul 2023 | (350) Philip Duclos, Royal Danish Ballet Corps de Ballet | 00:31:52 | |
This week on 'Conversations on Dance' we are joined by Philip Duclos, corps de ballet dancer with the Royal Danish Ballet. We talk with Philip about his training at the School of American Ballet and his first year in a company. He gives us a preview of what he will be dancing this year at the Vail Dance Festival, and tells us how he first came to be invited to the festival in 2021 while he was still a student at SAB. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 24 Jul 2023 | (351) Savannah Green, Dancer with BalletX | 00:27:54 | |
This week on Conversations on Dance, we are joined by Savannah Green, dancer with BalletX. Savannah was born and raised in New York City, receiving her initial dance training from Manhattan Youth Ballet. In 2017 she graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara with a BFA in Dance and a minor in Political Science. She has been a member of BalletX since 2020. Savannah has been going to the Vail Dance Festival since she was about 11, and has now participated in the festival as an artist and a member of BalletX for the past several years. We chat with Savannah about her training, her love for dance, discovering her home with BalletX, and her years of experience at the Vail Dance Festival. See Savannah and BalletX onstage at the Vilar Performing Arts Center on August 6th at 6pm. Ticket available here. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 29 Jul 2023 | (351) Janet Eilber, Artistic Director of Martha Graham Dance Company, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:46:13 | |
Martha Graham Dance Company is one of the most storied and celebrated dance institutions in America and a Vail Dance Festival fan favorite. In recent years, the company has been steadily building its repertoire beyond the Graham classics. This live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast will talk with the company’s Artistic Director, Janet Eilber, about her storied career, working with Martha Graham, and her role as artistic director. Janet will give audiences a preview of what to expect from the company’s performance in Vail and some background on the work she is doing to preserve and revive Graham works. This episode was recorded live on Saturday July 29th, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL IS GOING ON NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 30 Jul 2023 | (352) Jennifer Homans, Author and Dance Historian, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:48:22 | |
Author Jennifer Homans first made her mark ten years ago with the release of 'Apollo's Angels', an exhaustive work tracing ballet's roots from the Renaissance to modern times. Now she's back with a new release, 'Mr. B: George Balanchine's 20th Century', following the choreographer's life and work in one of the most comprehensive ways ever committed to the page. Homans sits down to with the hosts of the podcast 'Conversations On Dance' to talk about the research she did over the course of a decade of writing, what her most surprising finds were, and what her ultimate takeaways were from getting to know the life of one of the 20th century's artistic greats in a way few writers ever have. This episode was recorded live on Saturday July 29th, 2023 at the Gerald R Ford Amphitheater. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL IS GOING ON NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 31 Jul 2023 | (353) Janie Taylor and Sebastien Marcovici of LA Dance Project, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:56:48 | |
Los Angeles Dance Project has been bringing a vast and varied repertoire to audiences in Los Angeles and throughout the world for over a decade, expanding the boundaries of dance and how the art interacts and relates to movement in the modern world. This live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast feature artists of LADP discussing the company’s return to the Vail Dance Festival, in its tenth anniversary, on a program of all female choreographers. This episode was recorded live on July 30th, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL IS GOING ON NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 02 Aug 2023 | (354) Leonardo Sandoval and Gregory Richardson of Music From The Sole, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:42:31 | |
Tap dancing is inseparable from its relationship to music. In a live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast, tap master Leonardo Sandoval and bassist/composer Gregory Richardson of Music From The Sole will dissect that relationship as they discuss their work on ‘I Didn’t Come To Stay’, which will have its Vail Dance Festival premiere on August 2nd. This episode was recorded live on July 31st, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL IS GOING ON NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 02 Aug 2023 | (355) Adji Cissoko of Alonzo King LINES Ballet, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:41:08 | |
Adji Cissoko is an artist of striking elegance and daring, whether as a performer or choreographer. With Cissoko’s selection of 2023’s Artist-in-Residence, Festival audiences will be treated to ample amounts of both. For this live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast, Adji will talk about her years at the Vail Dance Festival past and what the opportunities as Artist-in-Residence mean for her creative output this year. This episode was recorded live on August 1st, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL IS GOING ON NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 03 Aug 2023 | (356) James Whiteside and Spencer Lenain, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:47:00 | |
Vail Dance Festival has long committed to bringing artists at all different points in their journey and development, and 2023 is no different. The ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast is joined by this year’s Scholar-In-Residence Spencer Lenain and his childhood dance idol esteemed American Ballet Theatre principal James Whiteside for a live podcast recording. The pair will talk about how having such a range bolsters the experiences of dancers and audiences alike. This episode was recorded live on August 3rd, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL IS GOING ON NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 04 Aug 2023 | (357) Christine Cox and Laurel Winton, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:52:21 | |
Ballet X has been a Festival favorite for over a decade, while Dance Aspen had its splashy debut just last year. This live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast will welcome the artistic directors of these respective companies, Christine Cox and Laurel Winton, to talk about their visions and missions for their organizations and why performing at the Vail Dance Festival is such a coveted experience for their dancers. This episode was recorded live on August 4th, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL IS GOING ON NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Performance tickets: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 06 Aug 2023 | (358) Jamar Roberts and Caili Quan, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:51:07 | |
Vail Dance Festival has always been a laboratory for new creations and experimentation, and 2023 is no exception. This live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast will feature choreographers Jamar Roberts and Caili Quan, and cover their creative processes at Vail Dance Festival and how it differs from their choreographic undertakings year round. This Monday August 7th, The Vail Dance Festival comes to you! Don’t miss the live stream of Monday’s Now: Premieres program at 7:30pm mountain, 9:30pm Eastern. Visit vaildance.org to enjoy an evening of world premieres from the festival’s all star cast of choreographers and dancers. You have heard them all right here on Conversations on Dance, now catch them live from the VDF stage on Monday August 7th. Link in the description of this episode for more info. This episode was recorded live on August 5th, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. LINKS:
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| 06 Aug 2023 | (359) Kyle Abraham and Melissa Toogood, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:50:25 | |
A major highlight for the Vail Dance Festival every year is the NOW: Premieres program, a jam-packed evening of ten newly commissioned dances with an array of artists that only the Vail Dance Festival could manage to bring together. Internationally acclaimed choreographers and artists Kyle Abraham and Melissa Toogood join this live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast to talk about their process this year creating two brand new works for this celebrated evening. This Monday August 7th, The Vail Dance Festival comes to you! Don’t miss the live stream of Monday’s Now: Premieres program at 7:30pm mountain, 9:30pm Eastern. Visit vaildance.org to enjoy an evening of world premieres from the festival’s all star cast of choreographers and dancers. You have heard them all right here on Conversations on Dance, now catch them live from the VDF stage on Monday August 7th. Link in the description of this episode for more info. This episode was recorded live on August 6th, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. LINKS:
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| 08 Aug 2023 | (360) Nel Shelby and Christopher Duggan, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 01:00:26 | |
Thank you to friend of the pod, Kate Penner, for guest hosting this episode. Every year, the Vail Dance Festival brings in thousands of additional audience members through its social media and streaming content. For a live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast, videographer Nel Shelby and photographer Christopher Duggan will join to talk about how they bring the Festival to life for audiences everywhere in the dizzying amount of media content they produce for the Festival every year. Stream NOW Premieres from Vail Dance Festival now through August 14th, 2023. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/live/KrrDAMOTfXw?feature=share. This episode was recorded live on August 7th, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town of Vail. LINKS:
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| 15 Aug 2023 | (361) Catching up, with Michael and Rebecca | 00:27:57 | |
It's just us this week. We chat about the 2023 Vail Dance Festival (listen to episodes from the fest here) and catch up on what else we have been up to recently. Email us: info@conversationsondancepod.com Rebecca's website: rebeccaferraro.com LINKS:
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| 17 Aug 2023 | (362) Choreographer Moses Pendleton, on MOMIX's 'Alice' at Performing Arts Houston | 00:31:19 | |
Today on 'Conversations on Dance' we are joined by Moses Pendleton. Moses has been one of America’s most innovative and widely performed choreographers and directors for over 40 years. A co-founder of the ground-breaking Pilobolus Dance Theater in 1971, he formed his own company, MOMIX, in 1980. Mr. Pendleton has also worked extensively in film, TV, and opera and as a choreographer for ballet companies and special events. We talk with Moses about his unique trajectory to dance and directing performances, the founding of Pilobolus and MOMIX, and his production of 'Alice.' See MOMIX in 'Alice' with Performing Arts Houston on September 16th and 17th at Cullen Theater, Wortham Center. This performance is perfect for all ages and tickets start at $39. Visit performingartshouston.org for tickets and more information. See all upcoming events from Performing Arts Houston at performingartshouston.org/events. LINKS:
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| 30 Aug 2023 | (363) Andrew Litton, Musical Director of the New York City Ballet | 00:44:45 | |
Today on ‘Conversations On Dance’, we are joined by Musical Director of the New York City Ballet, Andrew Litton. Andrew takes us on a journey from his days as a kid learning about music by sitting in the orchestra pit at the metropolitan opera, to the first ballet performances he played in accompanying Rudolf Nureyev, to the work he does now bringing scores to life rehearsing and conducting performances at the New York City Ballet. You can catch Andrew at the podium starting September 19th at New York City Ballet’s fall season. LINKS:
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| 13 Sep 2023 | (364) Jakari Sherman on 'Drumfolk' with Step Afrika! at Performing Arts Houston | 00:40:18 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Jakari Sherman, director of 'Drumfolk', a production by Step Afrika! currently on tour across the United States. Jakari tells us about his introduction to stepping, a percussive, highly-energetic style of dance, how he came to discover, join and eventually lead Step Afrika, and what audiences can expect from the concept and storytelling of 'Drumfolk'. If you are in the Houston area, you can catch 'Drumfolk' at Performing Arts Houston this October 26th and 27th. Tickets are available at performingartshouston.org. LINKS:
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| 19 Sep 2023 | (365) Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell, Artistic Director of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago | 00:48:21 | |
Today on 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell, Artistic Director of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago. We talk to Linda-Denise about her late start and quick catch up in dance, her years touring with Alvin Ailey and her plans to continue to bring Hubbard Street to all Chicago audiences through innovative programming. To purchase tickets to Hubbard Street's 2023-24 performances, visit hubbardstreetdance.com. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: New York Theatre Ballet celebrates its 45-year legacy with a Fall program of World and Company Premieres by Artistic Director Steven Melendez, Douglas Dunn, David Gordon, and Amanda Treiber, Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7 at Florence Gould Hall in New York City. New York Theatre Ballet performs small classic masterpieces and new contemporary works for adults and innovative hour-long ballets for young children, all at affordable prices. This season’s “Once Upon a Ballet” series features The Firebird and Merce Cunningham’s Scramble for four family-friendly shows, Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8. For tickets and information, please visit NYTB.org/tickets. LINKS:
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| 21 Sep 2023 | BONUS: Michael on Staging Justin Peck's 'Year of the Rabbit' at Nashville Ballet | 00:45:05 | |
Today's episode is a special bonus episode and cross over with Nashville Ballet's Inside the Ballet Podcast. In this episode, Michael takes the guest chair and chats with two members of the Nashville Ballet team, Briona Richardson, Senior Manager of Community Engagement and Nick Mullikin, Artistic Director. This episode gives a behind the scenes look at the work Michael did helping bring JustinPeck's 'Year Of the Rabbit' to Nashville Ballet. If you're in the Nashville area, visit nashvilleballet.com to purchase tickets for performances Sep 22-24. Listen to Nashville Ballet's Inside the Ballet Podcast here. LINKS: Website: conversationsondancepod.com Instagram: @conversationsondance Merch: https://bit.ly/cod-merch YouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-COD Join our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Email us: info@conversationsondancepod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 Sep 2023 | (366) Lauren Lovette, Resident Choreographer at Paul Taylor Dance Company | 00:59:07 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by star ballerina and resident choreographer of the Paul Taylor Dance Company, Lauren Lovette. We talk to Lauren about the leap of faith she took in leaving New York City Ballet to freelance, how her choreographic voice has developed since being offered her role as resident choreographer and what to expect from her dual world premieres this fall season. Tickets for Paul Taylor's fall season at the David H Koch theater this Oct 31st through Nov 12th can be purchased at paultaylordance.org. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: New York Theatre Ballet celebrates its 45-year legacy with a Fall program of World and Company Premieres by Artistic Director Steven Melendez, Douglas Dunn, David Gordon, and Amanda Treiber, Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7 at Florence Gould Hall in New York City. New York Theatre Ballet performs small classic masterpieces and new contemporary works for adults and innovative hour-long ballets for young children, all at affordable prices. This season’s “Once Upon a Ballet” series features The Firebird and Merce Cunningham’s Scramble for four family-friendly shows, Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8. For tickets and information, please visit NYTB.org/tickets. LINKS:
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| 03 Oct 2023 | (367) Dance Programming at the Kennedy Center, with Alicia Adams and Jane Raleigh | 00:38:00 | |
Today on 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by two forces behind dance at the Kennedy Center, Alicia Adams, Vice President of International Programming and Dance, and Jane Raleigh, Dance Programming Director. Jane and Alicia take us through their journey from young artists to arts management leaders, tell us how arts administration has evolved in recent years and talk about their collaborative work to program and plan dance at the Kennedy Center. To view the dance programming and purchase tickets for the Kennedy Center's upcoming season, visit kennedy-center.org. LINKS:
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| 10 Oct 2023 | (368) Choreographer Hope Boykin, on her new work 'States Of Hope' | 00:44:26 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by choreographer Hope Boykin. We catch up with Hope about her retirement and transition to full time choreographer, as well as her process and preparation for her new work 'States Of Hope' that will premiere at the Joyce Theater this October 17th and run through October 22nd. If you are in the New York area and would like to purchase tickets, visit joyce.org/performances. Listen to our first episode with Hope from the 2019 Vail Dance Festival: https://www.conversationsondancepod.com/episodes-transcripts/hope-boykin-2019-vail-dance-festival. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: The BFA Dance program at the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University prepares students to be at the forefront of dance innovation through performance, choreographic and critical historical and theoretical exploration. Studying dance at Johns Hopkins, one of the world’s premier research institutions, gives students the opportunity to make connections between dance, science, technology, and the humanities. Submit your application by December 1st. Learn more at Peabody.jhu.edu/dancebfa LINKS:
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| 17 Oct 2023 | (369) Marina Harss, on her new book 'The Boy From Kyiv: Alexei Ratmansky's Life in Ballet' | 00:57:41 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Marina Harss, author of 'The Boy From Kyiv', the life story of the great choreographer Alexei Ratmansky. We talk to Marina about her own journey to writing dance, how she came to admire and love Ratmansky's work and what her process was researching and developing the book. You can purchase 'The Boy From Kyiv' at your local bookstore or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Ql3WMa. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: The BFA Dance program at the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University prepares students to be at the forefront of dance innovation through performance, choreographic and critical historical and theoretical exploration. Studying dance at Johns Hopkins, one of the world’s premier research institutions, gives students the opportunity to make connections between dance, science, technology, and the humanities. Submit your application by December 1st. Learn more at Peabody.jhu.edu/dancebfa LINKS:
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| 25 Oct 2023 | (370) Interview with Martha Graham | 00:57:08 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Michael Small, former reporter for People Magazine and the host of the podcast 'I Couldn't Throw It Out'. Michael tells us about a fascinating experience he had interviewing Martha Graham at age 95, an interview that Michael luckily held onto on cassette tape for nearly three decades because he, naturally, couldn't throw it out. We listen to the interview here, but for a deep dive on Michael's other interview subjects, including an upcoming with Tupac Shakur, check out his podcast on Apple Podcasts or at throwitoutpodcast.com. Listen to the original episode of the Throw It Out Podcast here. The transcript of Martha's interview is available here. The interview with Martha starts around 33:00. Try Audible Plus free for 30 days THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: The Bard College Dance Program, located 90 miles north of New York City in the Hudson Valley and housed in the Frank Gehry designed Fisher Center, sees the pursuit of artistry and intellect as a single endeavor and the study of the body as a cognitive act, demanding both physical practice and exploration of the broader academic contexts in which the art form exists. Through intensive technique and composition courses, onstage performance, and production experience, dance students are prepared to understand and practice the art of choreography and performance. Since 2009, the Bard Dance Program has hosted an in-residence dance company or performing arts organization bringing professional technique and composition to the academic program in the form of teaching, educational licensing projects, master classes, full-Company production residencies, and public performances. Past partnerships have included Bill T Jones Dance Company, Trisha Brown Dance Company, American DanceFestival, and Gibney Dance. For more information please contact Program Director, Tara Lorenzen tlorenzen@bard.edu. LINKS:
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| 01 Nov 2023 | (371) Julie Kent and Stanton Welch, Artistic Directors of Houston Ballet | 00:54:53 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Houston Ballet's Artistic Directors, Stanton Welch and Julie Kent. Stanton looks back on 20 years leading the Houston Ballet, while the two of them give us an inside look at what their shared leadership roles mean to both them and the organization at large, while also offering a glimpse into what audiences can expect from the company this season and into the future. If you are in the Houston area and would like to purchase tickets to Houston Ballet's 2023-24 season, visit houstonballet.org. Try Audible Plus free for 30 days LINKS:
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| 07 Nov 2023 | (372) Adam Sklute, Artistic Director of Ballet West, on Willam Christensen's 'The Nutcracker' | 00:46:08 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by the Artistic Director of Ballet West, Adam Sklute. Adam sits down with us to tell us about his journey from dancer to director, the positive changes he's enacted since he took over the role of Artistic Director in 2007 and to give us a deep look into the company's production of Willam Christensen's 'Nutcracker', the very first full length production of the holiday classic ever performed in America. Ballet West will be performing 'The Nutcracker' at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC from Nov 22-26 and in Salt Lake City from Dec 8-27. Tickets for the Kennedy Center can be purchased at kennedy-center.org, while Ballet West's hometown performances can be found at balletwest.org. Try Audible Plus free for 30 days LINKS:
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| 14 Nov 2023 | (373) Lar Lubovitch, internationally renowned choreographer | 00:44:59 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by internationally renowned choreographer Lar Lubovitch. We talk to Lar about his late start in dance, the benefits of creating works on his company and the differences in the creative process for the dozens of commissions he received over decades whether for the most respected ballet companies in the world, musical theater or ice dancing. If you're in the New York area, come celebrate Lar's career this December 3rd at the Guggenheim Works & Process presentation 'Lar Lubovitch at 80: Art of the Duet', which will feature duets Lar choreographed throughout his career. Tickets are available at guggenheim.org/initiatives/works-process. Complexions at the Joyce Nov. 14 - Nov 26: https://www.joyce.org/performances/complexions-contemporary-ballet Try Audible Plus free for 30 days LINKS:
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| 27 Nov 2023 | (374) The History of 'Giselle' with Alastair Macaulay | 00:57:39 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Alastair Macaulay, esteemed critic and historian for the performing arts. Alastair previously joined us for a deep dive into the history of Balanchine's classic 'Serenade'; today he returns for critical analysis of one of the oldest and most beloved full lengths in ballet history, 'Giselle'. Alastair will be presenting a seminar on the same subject at the New York Public Library Bruno Walter Auditorium on Friday, December 1st. Tickets are sold out, but a standby line will form 45 minutes before with available seats distributed on a first come first served basis. Explore Alastair's dance musings on his website, alastairmacaulay.com. Try Audible Plus free for 30 days LINKS:
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| 04 Dec 2023 | (375) Lloyd Knight, dancer with Martha Graham Dance Company and New York Public Library Dance Research Fellow | 00:38:53 | |
Today on 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Lloyd Knight, a long time veteran of the Martha Graham Dance Company. We catch up with Lloyd about the work he has done in the past year with Twyla Tharp and on tours with the Graham company, as well as the time he's spent this year as one of the New York Public Library's Dance Research Fellows. The program this year is centered on Martha Graham, and Lloyd will present his research in the Jerome Robbins Dance Division's Annual Symposium alongside the other fellows on January 26th. There will also be a virtual Symposium on February 2nd. Tickets are free and can be reserved via Eventbrite: CLICK HERE. For more information about the Jerome Robbins Dance Divison, visit nypl.org. Try Audible Plus free for 30 days LINKS:
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| 13 Dec 2023 | (376) Miriam Landis, Author and Pacific Northwest Ballet School faculty member | 01:15:46 | |
The holidays are right around the corner, so today we are featuring some dance reads that make the perfect last minute gift for the dance lover in your life. On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Miriam Landis, former Miami City Ballet dancer, Pacific Northwest Ballet School Faculty member, and author of the recently published book 'Lauren in the Limelight'. Miriam talks to us about overcoming adversity as a student and professional, stepping away from ballet for years to pursue other interests and returning to the world as an author capturing dance in young adult fiction, incorporating her own experiences and tying in themes that can help young dancers everywhere better understand their world and excel in their artistic journeys. Browse our Amazon list of favorite dance reads, including Miriam’s book, ‘Lauren in the Limelight' -> https://www.amazon.com/shop/conversationsondance LINKS:
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| 27 Dec 2023 | (378) Michael and Rebecca's Best of 2023 | 00:51:52 | |
Michael and Rebecca sit down for our annual "Best of 2023." Hop over to our Instagram account to comment and share with us some of your fave dance moments you experienced this year: @conversationsondance. Happy New Year and thank you for your support of Conversations on Dance this past year! LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: Janet Eilber on Martha Graham Dance Company in 'Cave': https://www.conversationsondancepod.com/episodes-transcripts/janet-eilber-vail-dance-festival Russell Janzen 'On Leaving the Life of the Body: A Dancer Reports': https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/20/arts/dance/dancer-retirement-new-york-city-ballet.html Russell Janzen on Conversations on Dance: https://www.conversationsondancepod.com/episodes-transcripts/russell-janzen-new-york-city-ballet-principal-dancer Mira Nadon on 'Copland Dance Episodes': https://www.conversationsondancepod.com/episodes-transcripts/mira-nadon-copland-dance-episodes 'The Boy From Kyiv' audiobook: https://amzn.to/41Alurw 'Mr. B' audiobook: https://amzn.to/3REOcmA
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| 03 Jan 2024 | (379) Evelyn Cisneros-Legate and Allison DeBona, of Ballet West Academy | 00:46:07 | |
Today on 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by Evelyn Cisneros-Legate, director of the Ballet West Academy, and Allison DeBona, principal of the Ballet West Academy Park City location and founder of artÉmotion. Both women take us through how their careers as professional ballerinas impacted the work they do today as educators, how they are actively growing Ballet West's training programs and why Ballet West Academy is an ideal landing spot for students of all interest levels and abilities. If you're a parent or student looking for summer programs in the 2024 season, visit academy.balletwest.org. LINKS:
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| 10 Jan 2024 | (380) Shohei Iwahama, dancer with Les Ballet Trockadero de Monte Carlo | 00:45:21 | |
Today on 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Shohei Iwahama, dancer with Les Ballet Trockadero de Monte Carlo, a company affectionately known as The Trocks. We talk to Shohei about his bold decision to move to the United States, why he stepped away from dance before joining the Trocks, and what makes the company's history and identity as an all-male comic ballet company so unique among dance entities in America. If you're in the Houston area, come see the company perform at Performing Arts Houston on Tuesday, January 23rd in the new year. Get tickets at performingartshouston.org. LINKS:
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| 23 Jan 2024 | (381) Michael and Rebecca, catching up after Michael's staging of 'Rodeo' at Semperoper Ballett | 00:40:56 | |
This week, Michael and Rebecca sit down to catch up. Michael tells Rebecca about his experience over the past 3 weeks in Dresden, Germany setting Justin Peck's 'Rodeo.' We also chat about miscellaneous items including Johan Inger's Swan Lake, auditions for Golden State Ballet, and the Artistic Director opening at Lexington Ballet Company. LINKS:
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| 29 Jan 2024 | (382) The story of George Lee, the original Tea in Balanchine's 'Nutcracker', with Jennifer Lin | 00:42:45 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by documentary filmmaker Jennifer Lin. Jennifer's latest film 'Ten Times Better' explores the life and legacy of dancer George Lee, who originated the role of tea in 'George Balanchine's The Nutcracker'. She tells us the inspiring story of George's experience as an immigrant, performing as a child in nightclubs and shuffling across countries before ultimately landing in New York City, and his experience working with theater luminaries like Balanchine and Gene Kelly. If you are in the New York City area, check out the Works and Process event on Wednesday, February 7th at the NYPL for the Performing Arts featuring a discussion about the film with both Jennifer Lin and George Lee. (More info) And be sure to catch the premiere of 'Ten Times Better' on February 10th at the Dance On Camera Festival at Lincoln Center. (Tickets) More information on the film: https://www.tentimesbetterfilm.com LINKS:
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| 05 Feb 2024 | (383) Katlyn Addison, Principal Dancer with Ballet West | 00:44:07 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Katlyn Addison, principal dancer with Ballet West. Katlyn takes us on the journey through her early training days in Canada, the decision to take a risk by leaving her first major company for new terrain, and how that risk paid off through years of hard work and steady promotions. Katlyn will be making her premiere as Odette/Odile in Ballet West's upcoming performances of 'Swan Lake', which is having its run this February 9th through the 17th. If you are in the Salt Lake City area and would like to purchase tickets, visit balletwest.org. LINKS:
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| 13 Feb 2024 | (384) Bring your friends to see live dance! with Michael, Rebecca, and Scottie | 00:37:14 | |
This week, Michael and Rebecca welcome their friend, Scottie Norton. Since becoming friends and roommates with Michael, Scottie has been thrust into the ballet world. We talk with Scottie to get the perspective of a new dance lover: what might grab a new ballet-goer, what can the art form do to welcome new audience members, and why it's important (and fun!) to introduce your friends to live dance. We hope that this episode will inspire you all to bring a friend or family member and introduce them to the world of live dance in 2024. LINKS:
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| 19 Feb 2024 | (385) Chyrstyn Fentroy, principal dancer with Boston Ballet | 00:40:28 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Chyrstyn Fentroy, principal ballerina with Boston Ballet. We talk to Chyrstyn about how she built her work ethic during her training years, dancing under Virgina Johnson in the newly revived Dance Theater Of Harlem and what it was like to make the move to a larger company in the middle of her career. If you'd like to see Chyrstyn perform, stay tuned to the Boston Ballet website at bostonballet.org. LINKS:
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| 27 Feb 2024 | (386) Cassandra Trenary, American Ballet Theatre principal dancer | 00:37:37 | |
This week on Conversations on Dance, we are joined by Cassandra Trenary, a principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre. Cassandra tells us about her leap of faith to pursue ballet, what it's like to be an ABT lifer, the challenges of the pandemic, and ultimately her promotion to principal dancer. Catch Cassandra onstage with ABT. For more information visit, abt.org. LINKS:
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| 05 Mar 2024 | (387) Tim Harbour, Choreographer | 00:42:47 | |
This week on Conversations on Dance, we are joined by Australian Choreographer, Tim Harbour. Tim tells us about his ballet career with The Australian Ballet, how he became interested in creating dance, and about his process. We talk in depth about his work, 'Filigree and Shadow,' which will be performed by Houston Ballet this month. Tim tell us about what inspired the work, what sets it apart form some of his other ballets, and working with Houston Ballet dancers. If you are in the Houston area, see 'Filigree and Shadow' as a part of Houston Ballet's "Bespoke" program, running March 7 - 17. For tickets and more information, visit houstonballet.org. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: artÉmotion’s popular adult summer intensive program returns this May 27 - June 1. This program includes Advanced, Intermediate Advanced, Intermediate, and Beginner classes, with no prior dance experience needed for the beginner level. Let artÉmotion be the bridge between audience and the studio. Come dance this summer. For more information visit https://artemotionballetschool.com/. LINKS:
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| 11 Mar 2024 | (388) Jake Roxander, soloist with American Ballet Theatre | 00:53:43 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Jake Roxander, rising star at American Ballet Theatre. Jake tells us about the intensity of his training growing up in a family of ballet dancers, why it's important for dancers to keep an open mind about the companies and goals they set their sights on, and how he's handled the challenges of a year marked by numerous major principal role debuts. You can catch Jake in ABT's upcoming New York City MET spring season, June 18th through July 20th. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: artÉmotion’s popular adult summer intensive program returns this May 27 - June 1. This program includes Advanced, Intermediate Advanced, Intermediate, and Beginner classes, with no prior dance experience needed for the beginner level. Let artÉmotion be the bridge between audience and the studio. Come dance this summer. For more information visit https://artemotionballetschool.com/. BALLET COLLECTIVE Commission for Developing Choreographers: https://balletcollective.com/forchoreographers2025 The White Feather: A Persian Ballet The Kennedy Center: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/dance/2023-2024/the-white-feather-persian-ballet/ New York City: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-white-feather-tickets-800305734997 LINKS: Website: conversationsondancepod.com Instagram: @conversationsondance Merch: https://bit.ly/cod-merch YouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-COD Join our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Mar 2024 | (389) Michael and Rebecca check in | 00:39:09 | |
It's just us this week! We check in on some of the dance we have seen recently and talk about Michael's work as a repetiteur. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS: Unlock your potential with the Graduate Certificate in Arts Entrepreneurship from the Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts at the University of Oklahoma. In partnership with the prestigious Price College of Business, this innovative program is expertly designed for the aspiring arts entrepreneur, blending your creative and artistic talents with the business knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to successfully launch and manage arts-related enterprises. Affordable and fast-track, you can achieve this transformative education remotely in less than 12 months. To learn more and apply, visit ou.edu/finearts. artÉmotion’s popular adult summer intensive program returns this May 27 - June 1. This program includes Advanced, Intermediate Advanced, Intermediate, and Beginner classes, with no prior dance experience needed for the beginner level. Let artÉmotion be the bridge between audience and the studio. Come dance this summer. For more information visit https://artemotionballetschool.com/. The White Feather: A Persian Ballet The Kennedy Center: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/dance/2023-2024/the-white-feather-persian-ballet/ New York City: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-white-feather-tickets-800305734997 LINKS: Website: conversationsondancepod.com Instagram: @conversationsondance Merch: https://bit.ly/cod-merch YouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-COD Join our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Mar 2024 | (390) Social media's impact on ballet & dance, with Kate Penner | 00:57:12 | |
This week we welcome back friend of the pod, and frequent guest host, Kate Penner. Kate does the social media marketing for the Vail Dance Festival, so we come together to talk about social media and specifically TikTok culture's impact on ballet and dance. Plus, we hear about Kate and Michael's trip to see Boston Ballet's 'The Nutcracker' in December. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS: Unlock your potential with the Graduate Certificate in Arts Entrepreneurship from the Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts at the University of Oklahoma. In partnership with the prestigious Price College of Business, this innovative program is expertly designed for the aspiring arts entrepreneur, blending your creative and artistic talents with the business knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to successfully launch and manage arts-related enterprises. Affordable and fast-track, you can achieve this transformative education remotely in less than 12 months. To learn more and apply, visit ou.edu/finearts. artÉmotion’s popular adult summer intensive program returns this May 27 - June 1. This program includes Advanced, Intermediate Advanced, Intermediate, and Beginner classes, with no prior dance experience needed for the beginner level. Let artÉmotion be the bridge between audience and the studio. Come dance this summer. For more information visit https://artemotionballetschool.com/. LINKS: Website: conversationsondancepod.com Instagram: @conversationsondance Merch: https://bit.ly/cod-merch YouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-COD Join our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Apr 2024 | (391) Michael Vernon, Professor of Music (Ballet) at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music | 00:50:27 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by internationally acclaimed ballet teacher and professor at Indiana University Michael Vernon. We talk to Michael about how his early artistic influences shaped his life's work as teacher and choreographer, his own philosophies of how to approach ideas in the classroom and how he is shaping the young dancers of Indiana University today. Take Michael's class on YouTube that we discuss in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMFj_pX_Oug. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS: Megan Williams Dance Projects presents the World Premiere of Smile, though your heart is aching, April 5, 6 and 7 at the James and Martha Duffy Performance Space at Mark Morris Dance Center in Brooklyn, New York. In collaboration with acclaimed composer Eve Beglarian, Williams has created a lush movement landscape drawing on themes of love, passion, desire, loss, and yearning. For tickets, visit https://www.mwdanceprojects.com/ Unlock your potential with the Graduate Certificate in Arts Entrepreneurship from the Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts at the University of Oklahoma. In partnership with the prestigious Price College of Business, this innovative program is expertly designed for the aspiring arts entrepreneur, blending your creative and artistic talents with the business knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to successfully launch and manage arts-related enterprises. Affordable and fast-track, you can achieve this transformative education remotely in less than 12 months. To learn more and apply, visit ou.edu/finearts. artÉmotion’s popular adult summer intensive program returns this May 27 - June 1. This program includes Advanced, Intermediate Advanced, Intermediate, and Beginner classes, with no prior dance experience needed for the beginner level. Let artÉmotion be the bridge between audience and the studio. Come dance this summer. For more information visit https://artemotionballetschool.com/. LINKS: Website: conversationsondancepod.com Instagram: @conversationsondance Merch: https://bit.ly/cod-merch YouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-COD Join our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | (392) Balanchine Rarities with Alastair Macaulay, critic and historian of the Performing Arts | 00:54:15 | |
Today on the Conversations on Dance podcast, we are joined by Alastair Macaulay, critic and historian of the performing arts, and former Chief Dance Critic of the New York Times. While Alastair is no stranger to the podcast, today we get to delve into the history of numerous rare Balanchine ballets. Ahead of Alastair's program at the New York Public Library on the topic, he gives a preview of what audiences can expect, what films will be shown, and gives us the backstory of some of these works that were only seen a few times. Plus, he tells us about some of the works that aren't able to be shown and why. If you are in the New York area, don't miss 'Alastair Macaulay on Balanchine Rarities' on May 6th at 6pm at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. Reserve your spot here: https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2024/05/06/alastair-macaulay-balanchine-rarities. Visit Alastair's website for more of his writings on dance: alastairmacaulay.com. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 15 Apr 2024 | (393) Rafael Bonachela, choreographer and director of Sydney Dance Company, and Bryce Dessner, Composer | 01:00:22 | |
Today on 'Conversations on Dance', we are joined by choreographer and director of Sydney Dance Company Rafael Bonachela and composer Bryce Dessner. Bryce and Rafael take us through their personal journeys towards finding their art as a profession, the inspiration and collaborative process behind their latest collaboration 'Impermanence', and how COVID delays extended and altered the work into its present form. 'Impermanence' will have its US premiere at the Kennedy Center this April 25th with shows running through the 27th. If you're in the Washington, DC area and would like to purchase tickets, visit kennedy-center.org. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:
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| 13 May 2024 | (397) Ashley Wheater, Artistic Director of The Joffrey Ballet | 00:33:24 | |
Today on the 'Conversations on Dance' podcast, we are joined by Ashley Wheater, Artistic Director of the Joffrey Ballet. Ashley takes us through his career, tells us about the important roles mentors played in his dancing, how he came to the helm of the Joffrey, and what audiences can expect to see from the company this summer at the Ballet Sun Valley festival. Ballet Sun Valley presents The Joffrey Ballet in two different programs, over two nights this June 29th and 30th. Tickets are on sale now. For more information visit balletsunvalley.org. LINKS:
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| 26 Apr 2024 | (394) Phil Chan on 'Star on the rise : La Bayadère ... reimagined!' | 00:42:02 | |
Today on Conversations on Dance, we welcome back Phil Chan, author and co-founder of 'Final Bow for Yellowface.' Back in May of 2023 in episode 339, we had Phil on the podcast with Doug Fullington and Sarah Wroth to tell us about how the idea for 'Star on the rise : La Bayadère ... reimagined!' came about, and what made Indiana University a great place to mount this production. Now, following the premiere, Phil joins us again to tell us about the finished product and what the reactions have been. We are thrilled to share that 'Star on the rise' is now streaming on IU's website. Click here to watch now for free: https://media.dlib.indiana.edu/media_objects/gb19g015j/section/1g05g3541 Episode 339 with Phil, Doug, and Sarah: https://www.conversationsondancepod.com/episodes-transcripts/339-la-bayadere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Apr 2024 | (395) Susan Jaffe, Artistic Director of American Ballet Theatre | 00:36:51 | |
Today on the Conversations on Dance podcast, we are joined once again by Susan Jaffe, Artistic Director of American Ballet Theatre. We last had Susan on the podcast in late 2022 in episode 309 as she was about to take the helm of the company. This week we get the opportunity to hear from Susan about what her first year has been like, some of the challenges she has faced, and we get a preview of what is next for the company. For more information about upcoming performances of American Ballet Theatre, visit, abt.org. LINKS: Website: conversationsondancepod.com Instagram: @conversationsondance Merch: https://bit.ly/cod-merch YouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-COD Join our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 May 2024 | (396) Jennifer Lin and George Lee, the original Tea in Balanchine's 'Nutcracker' | 00:45:29 | |
Today we are so pleased to bring you our interview with George Lee, the original 'Tea' dancer in George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker.' Also joining us for the second time, is documentary filmmaker Jennifer Lin. Jennifer's latest film 'Ten Times Better' explores the life and legacy of George. Jennifer talked to us about this film in episode 382, before it's premiere. Today, George tells us about his story and the pair talk about how they came to connect and what filming the documentary was like. We hear about the response to the film and what it has meant to George to know so many people are touched by his story. For information about upcoming screenings or to get in touch with Jennifer, visit tentimesbetterfilm.com. Episode 382 with Jennifer Lin: Listen here. LINKS:
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| 22 May 2024 | [RE-RELEASE] Baiser de la fée (The Fairy's Kiss), with dance historian, Doug Fullington | 00:28:19 | |
Michael is currently at the Dutch National Ballet setting Alexei Ratmansky's 'Fairy's Kiss.' This inspired us to go back into our vault and find this 2017 episode with dance historian, Doug Fullington, on the history of the ballet, also known as 'Baiser de la fée.' Ratmansky's 'Fairy's Kiss' was originally made on Miami City Ballet while we were in the company, and during the time this was recorded. We hope you enjoy! WATCH -> Doug's presentation at Works and Process at the Guggenheim in Feb 2017: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-aX7sYMKQA&t=4s LINKS:
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| 29 May 2024 | (398) Maria Kowroski, Artistic Director of New Jersey Ballet | 00:46:19 | |
Today on Conversations on Dance we are joined by Maria Kowroski, former Principal Dancer with New York City Ballet and current Artistic Director of New Jersey Ballet. Maria chats with us about her training, her incredible career, some of her favorite memories onstage, then the opportunity to become Artistic Director of New Jersey Ballet. She tells us about her focuses for the company, the challenges she has faced, and how she is forging a new path for the company. Learn more about New Jersey Ballet and their upcoming 65th anniversary on their website njballet.org. LINKS:
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| 04 Jun 2024 | (399) Dwight Rhoden, Choreographer & Artistic Director of Complexions Contemporary Ballet | 00:41:39 | |
Today we are joined by Dwight Rhoden, Choreographer & Artistic Director of Complexions Contemporary Ballet. Since it has been over six years since we last had him on the podcast, we go back to the beginning and hear about his start in dance and choreography. We dig into his process and what he looks for in dancers, both for Complexions and when he is choreographing on other companies. Dwight tells us about his new work for Houston Ballet that is running from June 6-16 as a part of a mixed bill program called, "Four Seasons." This is Dwight's first work on the company so he tells us what it has been like working with the dancers, how the work evolved from his initial vision, and what he hopes audience's take away from his work. For more information and to get tickets, visit houstonballet.org. LINKS:
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| 12 Jun 2024 | (400) Theresa Ruth Howard and Katlyn Addison on "Pathways to Performance: Exercises in Reframing the Narrative" | 01:11:45 | |
Today on Conversations on Dance, we welcome Theresa Ruth Howard, founder of Memoirs of Blacks in Ballet, and Katlyn Addison, principal dancer with Ballet West. We first had Katlyn on the podcast in February of 2024 in episode 383, where we talk all about her career. We are happy to welcome Katlyn back on to talk about the upcoming "Pathways to Performance: Exercises in Reframing the Narrative" performance at the Kennedy Center. Theresa was the guest curator of "Reframing the Narrative" at the Kennedy Center for it's inaugural season in 2022 and Theresa is returning again this year with her hand-picked group of dancers coming together from all across the country to feature a newly commissioned ballet and excerpts of recently premiered works by Black choreographers. Katlyn was selected by Theresa in 2022 to be a part of this project and is returning again this year. The pair tell us about "Pathways to Performance: Exercises in Reframing the Narrative," how the project came about, what was so special about the experience in 2022, and how they will be expanding upon the work now in 2024. Don't miss "Pathways to Performance: Exercises in Reframing the Narrative" July 2 and 3 at the Kennedy Center. Tickets are available at kennedy-center.org. WATCH: Donald Byrd's "From Other Suns" | A World Premiere Ballet from The Kennedy Center LINKS:
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| 20 Jun 2024 | (401) Michael & Rebecca on Michael's setting of Alexei Ratmansky's 'The Fairy's Kiss' | 00:50:37 | |
It's just us this week and we catch up on Michael's staging of Alexei Ratmansky's 'The Fairy's Kiss' at Dutch National Ballet. PLUS - JUST ANNOUNCED! Tickets for Conversations on Dance at the 2024 Vail Dance Festival are on sale now! https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ LINKS:
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| 16 Jul 2024 | (402) Vail Dance Festival Preview with Herman Cornejo, ABT Principal | 00:31:57 | |
The Vail Dance Festival is just around the corner and our coverage starts now! Today we are joined by American Ballet Theatre Principal Dancer and friend of the pod, Herman Cornejo. Herman joins us in the midst of ABT’s season where he is celebrating 25 incredible years with the company. We catch up with Herman about this season, what it means to be celebrating such an important milestone, what his plans are for the future, and what he will be dancing this year at the Vail Dance Festival. As a festival favorite, we are so looking forward to seeing him soon on the VDF stage. The Vail Dance Festival returns July 26 – August 5: The Vail Dance Festival returns July 26 – August 5 with THIRTEEN performances featuring dance luminaries from across the United States and around the world. This summer they welcome Dance Theatre of Harlem, Limón Dance Company, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, Colorado Ballet, and DanceAspen, as well as artists from Alonzo King LINES Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, BalletX, New York City Ballet, and so much more. Conversations on Dance will be bringing you a behind-the-scenes look at all the action. Join us in person for 8 live events featuring incredible festival artists including Catherine Hurlin, Sara Mearns, Robert Garland, Adji Cissoko and many more. If you are not able to join us in person, be sure to subscribe to Conversations on Dance wherever you get your podcasts to listen to the live episodes after the events. Get your tickets now for festival performances and vaildance.org. And claim your tickets for COD events at vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance. LINKS:
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| 22 Jul 2024 | (403) Rebecca & Michael preview the 2024 Vail Dance Festival | 00:41:21 | |
We are leaving for the Vail Dance Festival in just a few days, so today we sit down to talk through the performances that we will be catching during the festival and preview who we will be talking to during our live events. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ Vail Dance Festival performances: https://vaildance.org/ LINKS:
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| 28 Jul 2024 | (404) Choreographer Larry Keigwin, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:52:01 | |
This episode was recorded live at the Vail Dance Festival on Sunday, July 28, 2024. Larry Keigwin has the kind of versatility in his choreographic portfolio that makes him an instant fit for the Vail Dance Festival: commissions from iconic organizations like the Paul Taylor Dance Company and Martha Graham Dance Company, acclaimed work on broadway, and the founding of his own ensemble, Keigwin + Company, now in its 20th season. Conversations On Dance hosts Rebecca King Ferraro and Michael Sean Breeden sit down with Keigwin to talk about his rich personal history as a dance maker, his passion for dance education, and how his work ‘Rhapsody’, which will have its VDF premiere this year, utilizes community members alongside artists to create a harmonious celebration of humanity and shared space. See his community work, 'Rhapsody,' on Tuesday July 30: https://vaildance.org/event/dance-for-2024/. Upcoming Conversations on Dance events at the 2024 Vail Dance Festival: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ LINKS:
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| 29 Jul 2024 | (405) Dante Puleio and Joey Columbus on the legacy of José Limón, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 01:01:37 | |
This episode was recorded live on Monday, July 29th, 2024 at the Vail Dance Festival. At the vanguard of American modern dance since its inception, Limón Dance Company returns to the Vail Dance Festival after making their debut in 2022. The company’s first performance at the festival earned rave reviews and now they return to celebrate the incredible dance legacy of this beloved and historic company. Join Conversations On Dance hosts Rebecca King Ferraro and Michael Sean Breeden as they sit down with Limón Dance Company Artistic Director, Dante Puleio, and company artist Joey Columbus, to dig into the legacy of Limón and what audiences can expect to see from the company. Upcoming Conversations on Dance events at the 2024 Vail Dance Festival: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ LINKS:
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| 31 Jul 2024 | (406) BONUS: Q & A with Michael & Rebecca, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:37:22 | |
This episode was recorded live on July 30, 2024 at the Vail Dance Festival. In this episode, Michael and Rebecca sit down with our Vail Dance Festival audience for a Q & A before our guest, Catherine Hurlin joins us. Our episode with Catherine is now in the feed in episode 407. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously supported by the Town of Vail. Upcoming Conversations on Dance events at the 2024 Vail Dance Festival: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ LINKS:
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| 31 Jul 2024 | (407) Catherine Hurlin, Principal with American Ballet Theatre, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:31:01 | |
This episode was recorded live on July 30, 2024 at the Vail Dance Festival. In part two of this episode, we are joined by American Ballet Theatre Principal Dancer, Catherine Hurlin. Look for part one of this episode, now in the feed. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously supported by the Town of Vail. Upcoming Conversations on Dance events at the 2024 Vail Dance Festival: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ LINKS:
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| 01 Aug 2024 | (408) Sara Mearns and Jamar Roberts, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:53:00 | |
Every year audiences at the Vail Dance Festival watch the Artist-In-Residence delve deeply into their craft, pushing outside their comfort zone to create rapidly in the ten days the festival spans. This year audiences will be treated to two such artists, the beloved New York City Ballet ballerina Sara Mearns, and highly acclaimed and sought after choreographer Jamar Roberts. Sara and Jamar sit down with Conversations On Dance hosts Rebecca King Ferraro and Michael Sean Breeden to discuss what their artistic output at the festival will be and how the artistic direction of the festival this year is guiding them in their own creative pursuits. Upcoming Conversations on Dance events at the 2024 Vail Dance Festival: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ LINKS:
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| 02 Aug 2024 | (409) The Next Generation, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 01:02:14 | |
This episode was recorded live on August 1, 2024 from the Vail Dance Festival. Today we are joined by: India Bradley (New York City Ballet), Mayfield Myers (Philadelphia Ballet), Olivia Bell (New York City Ballet), Philip Duclos (Royal Danish Ballet), and Spencer Lenain (freelance artist). Every year at the Vail Dance Festival, new budding talents from companies all over get the first opportunities to take the stage with the world class dancers who populate the cast list of VDF’s performances. Watching young dancers cut their teeth in some of their early major opportunities has become as thrilling to Vail audiences as seeing its international stars. Come watch Conversations On Dance hosts Rebecca King Ferraro and Michael Sean Breeden interview some of these stars-in-the-making about their experiences at Vail before you catch them making career breakthroughs in the evening’s performance. Upcoming Conversations on Dance events at the 2024 Vail Dance Festival: https://vaildance.org/conversations-on-dance/ LINKS:
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| 03 Aug 2024 | (410) BONUS: Calvin Royal III, Principal Dancer with American Ballet Theatre, on 'UNITE' at the Joyce | 00:23:08 | |
Welcome to a special bonus episode from the 2024 Vail Dance Festival. Today we welcome back our friend, Calvin Royal III, Principal Dancer with American Ballet Theatre. We chat about his met season at ABT, his experience this year at the Vail Dance Festival, and about the ballet festival he is producing at the Joyce this month. UNITE: Joyce Ballet Festival, directed and co-produced by Calvin Royal III. August 13-18, 2024 Tickets: https://www.joyce.org/performances/118/unite/ballet-festival LINKS:
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| 05 Aug 2024 | (411) Adji Cissoko and Youba Cissokho, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:51:47 | |
While artistic gifts can often run in the family, they are seldom able to cross forms in collaboration as searingly as Adji Cissoko and Youba Cissokho did at last year’s Vail Dance Festival. Adji is a ballerina with the LINES ballet (and last year’s VDF Artist-In-Residence) and Youba is a 72nd generation kora player. The two will join Conversations On Dance hosts Rebecca King Ferraro and Michael Sean Breeden in a discussion about their family’s deep artistic roots, what their first collaboration meant to them and how they look forward to creating this year at the Vail Dance Festival. Stream the closing night performance, 'NOW Premieres,' from the 2024 Vail Dance Festival from August 5-13: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vU1-Yq_0Alc LINKS:
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| 08 Aug 2024 | (412) BONUS Kyle Ikuma, from the Vail Dance Festival | 00:27:01 | |
Today we are happy to share a bonus episode from the 2024 Vail Dance Festival. In this episode we are joined by Kyle Ikuma, last year's Scholar-In-Residence at the Vail Dance Festival. Kyle is a Mechanical and Aerospace Engineer living in California's Bay Area and a graduate of Princeton. He is also a freelance ballet dancer. Kyle's story is fascinating, so we hope you enjoy! https://kyleikuma.wordpress.com/ Stream the closing night performance, 'NOW Premieres,' from the 2024 Vail Dance Festival from August 5-13: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vU1-Yq_0Alc LINKS:
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| 14 Aug 2024 | (413) Denys Drozdyuk and Antonina Skobina, internationally renowned ballroom dancers, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival | 01:01:50 | |
This episode was recorded live from the Vail Dance Festival on August 3, 2024. In this final live recording of the Conversations on Dance podcast, hosts Rebecca King Ferraro and Michael Sean Breeden, chat with internationally renowned ballroom dancers: Denys Drozdyuk and Antonina Skobina. A staple of the Vail Dance Festival for a few years now, the duo delights audiences with their dazzling dancing. This conversation will center around how they came to ballroom dance, their early careers, how they came to partner together, and their collaborative, “DNA.” LINKS:
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| 20 Aug 2024 | (414) Adam Weinert, Artistic Associate of the Kaatsbaan Cultural Park | 00:41:12 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by Adam Weinert, Artistic Associate of the Kaatsbaan Cultural Park's Annual Festival held in Tivoli, NY. The festival runs four consecutive weekends beginning Friday, September 13th. Adam takes us through his personal history with dance education and performing, how expanding his personal interests to include dance history and even gardening broadened his horizons, what it's like to work with the team at Kaatsbaan to develop and curate programming and what audiences can expect to see at this year's festival. To purchase tickets, visit kaatsbaan.org. LINKS:
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| 27 Aug 2024 | (415) Caleb Teicher on 'Counterpoint' at Performing Arts Houston | 00:43:17 | |
Today on 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by dancing extraordinaire Caleb Teicher. Caleb takes us on the journey of their artistic self discovery, from tap to lindy hop and most recently jazz piano. Caleb is pairing up with their friend and frequent collaborator pianist and composer Conrad Tao for 'Counterpoint', an evening length work musically exploring and reimagining everything from Bach's 'Goldberg Variations' to Gershwin's 'Rhapsody in Blue'. If you are in the Houston area, visit performingartshouston.org to grab tickets to this one night only, unique and thrilling partnership: September 14, 2024. Tickets: https://performingartshouston.org/events/counterpoint-conrad-tao-caleb-teicher-2024-09-14-730-pm/. Opening Night Party: https://performingartshouston.org/opening-night-party-2024/ Conrad Tao And Caleb Teicher: Tiny Desk Concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61q6JoGLTc0&t=345s LINKS:
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| 03 Sep 2024 | (416) Silas Farley, teacher and choreographer | 00:50:59 | |
Today on 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Silas Farley, teacher and choreographer formerly of the New York City Ballet, to talk about his upcoming premiere for Houston Ballet on their fall program 'Velocity'. Silas talks about his early and singular devotion to the art form, how he found his way to teaching and choreography after his career with NYCB and gives a full deep dive into the process, concept and collaborative nature of his latest work. If you are in the Houston, visit houstonballet.org to buy tickets for Silas' premiere, running from September 19th through the 29th. LINKS:
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| 17 Sep 2024 | (417) Jared Harbour and Aidan Gibney, the minds behind the upcoming dance documentary 'No Dancing Allowed' | 00:45:18 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations on Dance', we are joined by Jared Harbour and Aidan Gibney, the minds behind the upcoming dance documentary 'No Dancing Allowed'. The film explores the intersectionality of Street Dance Culture and governmental policies through the 20th century in New York City, weaving a story of ingenuity, culture, erasure and resilience. Aidan and Jared will be joined by other members of the creative team on Monday, September 23rd for a Works & Process event at the Guggenheim that will explore the work they've done on the documentary. Tickets to Works & Process: Documentary Preview and Discussion: No Dancing Allowed More info on 'No Dancing Allowed' LINKS:
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| 01 Oct 2024 | (418) Adam Sklute & Val Caniparoli on Caniparoli's 'Jekyll & Hyde' | 00:52:03 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by Artistic Director of Ballet West, Adam Sklute and choreographer Val Caniparoli. At the outset of Ballet West's 2024-2025 season, Adam lays out his vision for the company, including the season opener of Val's "Jekyll and Hyde". Val and Adam talk about their long artistic relationship, how new story ballets are the lifeblood of classical ballet companies and what "Jekyll and Hyde" does to push dancers and audiences alike. If you are in the Salt Lake City area, performances run October 25th through November 2nd and can be purchased at Balletwest.org. New York Times article Val references regarding his time making 'Jekyll & Hyde' during COVID at Finnish National Ballet: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/17/arts/dance/finnish-national-ballet-jekyll-and-hyde.html LINKS:
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| 08 Oct 2024 | (419) Choreographer Kyle Abraham on his upcoming premiere at ABT | 00:40:11 | |
On today's episode of "Conversations On Dance", we are joined by renowned choreographer Kyle Abraham. Kyle sits down with us to talk about his upcoming first work for American Ballet Theatre, "Mercurial Son", including the casting process, the creative environment and how working on several projects concurrently fuels his creativity. To catch "Mercurial Son", premiering on October 16th and running through the 24th, visit abt.org to purchase tickets. LINKS:
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| 15 Oct 2024 | (420) Kristoffer Dahl Sakurai, former principal dancer with the Royal Danish Ballet | 00:49:59 | |
On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by Kristoffer Dahl Sakurai, former principal dancer with the Royal Danish Ballet and Artistic Director of the Tivoli Ballet School in Copenhagen. Kristoffer takes us on his personal journey, from being a child at the Royal Danish Ballet School, through the years dancing as a principal under four different directors, from stepping away to explore his interest in fashion to returning as an educator leading the Tivoli Ballet School. For information about attending Tivoli Ballet School, visit https://www.tivoliballetskole.dk/about/. LINKS:
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| 22 Oct 2024 | (421) Choreographer John Heginbotham on "Woolgathering" at Baryshnikov Arts | 01:00:51 | |
This week on the podcast we are joined by choreographer John Heginbotham. John tells us about his journey from early training in Alaska to a Juilliard education and a career with Mark Morris, before beginning to more fully explore choreography on his own in mediums as varied as opera, television and musical theater. This week his choreography will be presented at Baryshnikov Arts in sold out performances of "Woolgathering", an evening length spoken word opera in collaboration with director and composer Oliver Tompkins Ray and the legendary writer and performer Patti Smith. LINKS:
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| 29 Oct 2024 | (422) Dante Puleio, Artistic Director of Limón Dance Company | 00:38:01 | |
On this episode of Conversations on Dance we are thrilled to welcome back Artistic Director of the Limón Dance Company, Dante Puleio. Dante dives into the specifics of his role, including how he curates programming, casts the works, and protects the company's legacy. The Limón Dance Company will have it's New York City season at the Joyce Theater this November 5 - 10. Tickets are available at joyce.org. LINKS:
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| 13 Nov 2024 | (423) PART ONE: Maria Calegari, legendary New York City Ballet ballerina | 00:50:22 | |
On today's episode of "Conversations On Dance", we are thrilled to be joined by legendary New York City Ballet ballerina Maria Calegari. In the first installment of our interview, Maria details her early training, initial interactions with Balanchine and how therapy became a driving force in the success of her career. Maria offers a view into one of the most storied eras of American ballet history, and a very personal insight into her own meteoric success. To ensure that you catch the second episode, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen. LINKS:
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| 20 Nov 2024 | (424) PART TWO: Maria Calegari, legendary ballerina & Balanchine Repetiteur | 00:47:22 | |
On today's episode of "Conversations On Dance", we bring to you the second installment of our conversation with Balanchine ballerina Maria Calegari. Maria tells about her own process and experience as a teacher and repetiteur, having staged dozens of ballets for companies all over the world. If you enjoyed hearing the stories of Maria's illustrious career as much as we did, be sure to subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you stream. LINKS:
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| 04 Dec 2024 | (425) Michael & Rebecca catch up, plus, take our listener survey! | 00:28:48 | |
Today it's just Michael and Rebecca checking in. Please take 5 mins to take our listener survey. We want to hear from you! LINKS related to this episode:
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| 18 Dec 2024 | (426) Best of 2024 | 00:40:05 | |
Today, we sit down for our annual "Best of" episode! We saw great dance this year and talked with amazing guests. Cheers to another year with all of you. Thank you for coming on this ride with us! Please take 5 mins to take our listener survey. We want to hear from you. Episodes referenced: Maria Calegari - Part 1 Part 2 Jennifer Lin - (382) The story of George Lee, the original Tea in Balanchine's 'Nutcracker', with Jennifer Lin George Lee & Jennifer Lin - (396) Jennifer Lin and George Lee, the original Tea in Balanchine's 'Nutcracker' Michael Vernon - (391) Michael Vernon, Professor of Music (Ballet) at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music Katlyn Addison - (383) Katlyn Addison, Principal Dancer with Ballet West Limon at VDF - (405) Dante Puleio and Joey Columbus on the legacy of José Limón, LIVE from the Vail Dance Festival Golden State Ballet's Nutcracker: https://www.goldenstateballet.org/ LINKS:
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