The DancePreneuring Studio

Welcome to The DancePreneuring Studio. My name is Annett Bone and this is the place that inspires dance, life and business. I get the joy and the privilege of sharing my journey back into the dance world after a 20 year hiatus, the lessons I've learned, the transformation I've experienced and the wonderful creatives I've met along the way who share their stories, their ideas, strategies and tactics that will help move your life and your business forward. My special guest today is world renowned flamenco dance artist and choreographer David Gutierrez of Barcelona Flamenco Ballet. I enjoyed our conversation on flamenco, creativity, the importance of self-care as an artist, and more as he prepares to bring his latest work called "Luxuria" to the United States. Bienvenido al podcast de dancepreneuring studio. Mi nombre es Annett Bone y este es el lugar que inspira la danza, la vida y los negocios. Tengo la alegría y el privilegio de compartir mi viaje de regreso al mundo de la danza después de una pausa de 20 años, las lecciones que aprendí, la transformación que experimenté y los maravillosos creativos que conocí en el camino que comparten sus historias. , sus ideas, estrategias y tácticas que le ayudarán a sacar adelante su vida y su negocio. Mi invitado especial de hoy es el coreógrafo y artista de baile flamenco de renombre mundial David Gutiérrez del Ballet Flamenco de Barcelona. Disfruté nuestra conversación sobre el flamenco, la creatividad, la importancia del cuidado personal como artista y más mientras se prepara para traer su último trabajo llamado "Luxuria" a los Estados Unidos.  A few takeaways from this session: Stay focused with passion and hard work. Traveling is an education in itself. Time alone doing other movement and activity is great for creativity and new ideas. Algunas conclusiones de esta sesión: Manténgase enfocado con pasión y trabajo duro. Viajar es una educación en sí mismo. El tiempo a solas haciendo otros movimientos y actividades es excelente para la creatividad y las nuevas ideas. Other episodes of interest: https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/107-2 (#107 Fire Your Focus with Flamenco) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/145-2 (#145 What Flamenco Taught Me About Business) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/188 (#188 When Music Drives Movement) Links from this session: http://David Gutierrez Website (https://www.davidgutierrezflamenco.com/en-gb/listings) https://www.barcelonaflamencoballet.com (Barcelona Flamenco Ballet) https://alextheatre.org/event/the-alex-theatre-presents-luxuria (Alex Theatre in Glendale) Photo above by Belen Codina Felip Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much! ¿Revisarías The DancePreneuring Studio? Le agradecería mucho que se suscribiera y dejara sus comentarios en Apple Podcasts o Spotify. Realmente ayuda si lo hace a través de la aplicación Apple Podcast nativa en su dispositivo inteligente. ¡Muchas gracias!  

Champions do not become champions when they win the event, but in the hours, weeks, months and years they spend preparing for it. The victorious performance itself is merely the demonstration of their championship character. -T. Alan Armstrong- My accomplished guest today is no stranger to winning events. At the time of this recording, his most recent win is his 6th World Title from Freestyle Session. He holds the most titles in the history of this event, that happens worldwide featuring some of the best dancers in hip hop. His remarkable winning streak started early on, accumulating over 100 first place titles before the age of 25. He continued onto working with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry such as Justin Timberlake, Missy Elliott, Christina Aguilera and The Black Eyed Peas to name a few, as well as being featured in movies, commercials and fulfilling a bucket list dream of being a main character on the Sony PlayStation Game Bboy. He is also the CEO and Founder of the Dance/Athletic/Lifestyle Brand called Sickstep Inc. and although based currently out of Atlanta, Georgia, he continues to be sought out from all over the world as a dancer, choreographer, educator and judge. If you're in the Atlanta, Georgia area, go check out his breaking classes at Crumbs Dance Academy and if you're not, I still recommend you check out more about him. :) A few takeaways from this session: Focus on the basics and foundation to build your craft Preparation and consistency in your habits Learning to work as a team while utilizing your individual skillsets Work ethic is critical Other episodes of interest: https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/how-to-effectively-lead-yourself-and-others-to-more-success (#218 How To Effectively Lead Yourself and Others to More Success) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/leadership-lessons-from-freestyle-session (#217 Leadership Lessons from Freestyle Session) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/076-beautiful-struggle-running-dance-company-podcast/ (#076 The Beautiful Struggle of Running a Dance Company) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/008-how-inspiration-leads-to-opportunity-podcast/ (#008 How Inspiration Leads to Opportunity) Links from this session: https://bboycrumbs.com (Bboy Crumbs Website) https://soundcloud.com/dj-bboycrumbs (Bboy Crumbs on Soundcloud) https://www.facebook.com/stylelements (Style Elements Crew) https://www.facebook.com/KillaforniaBboyCrew (Killafornia Crew) http://www.groovaloos.com/groovaloos/HOME.html (Groovaloos) https://freestylesession.com (Freestyle Session) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

  "Creativity comes from a conflict of ideas." -Donatella Versace- If you compare two artists as different as Monet and Banksy, it would be no surprise that there would be opposing, conflicting opinions because of their artistic styles. Nonetheless, they are both creative and evoke a variety of emotions from their works.  In this session of The DancePreneuring Studio, I share 7 tips on how to optimize the creative mindset based on my wonderful experiences at the Monet Expo and Banksy exhibit in Los Angeles. 7 Takeaways from this session: How can you create your environment to serve you best? Minimal or lots of things around that inspire you and bring your joy? Some of your tastes might be informed by culture, a love for a certain person, place or thing. For example, a friend of mine loves flamingos, disco balls and pom poms, so she has those objects in her surroundings. Monet was warm with comforting colors and his art taking you to beautiful experiences and places. In contrast, Banksy was confrontational, dark and mysterious. How can you add value and find ways to engage in your business and personal relationships? Both Monet and Banksy exhibits included additional VIP experiences like the coloring and displaying our art on the wall, and the virtual reality tour, and a souvenir poster to commemorate our experience.  For business and personal might be a quick phone call or a handwritten note.  What can you let go of that will take weight off your shoulders? I am reminded of the Banksy piece of the girl with the heart balloon. Sometimes it's hard to let go of even good things but are you sacrificing great for good. This takes time to discern and can be different for the various seasons in your life. Instead of being quick to judge how about being quick to think compassionately? Extending grace to others and to yourself. What are some therapeutic activities you can do? Not to overwhelm by adding more things but things that give you some relief. Easing into versus rushing into–knee jerk reaction vs strategic intention. For example, I appreciated the sense of calm and ease of entering the Monet exhibit first with the setting of the music, then his life and artwork simply hung on the walls. The Banksy exhibit was quite the opposite. The contrast between light and dark was abrupt, things were in your face all over the place. This was still strategic because that is what is representative of his art. Destroying things might make them better.  For example, destroying bad habits, brings room for creativity and more ideal habits. Erase, replace and embrace what moves you forward to be more creative. https://youtu.be/p5LqShBUoM8 https://youtu.be/rWXcuc9R5xs Other episodes of interest: https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/being-present-and-honoring-your-path-to-creativity/ (#209 Being Present and Honoring Your Path to Creativity) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/199 (#199 First Impressions and Expectations) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/178 (#178 Observations on Calm and Chaos) Links from this session: https://feverup.com (FeverUp) https://www.claudemonetgallery.org/the-complete-works.html?pageno=1 (Monet) https://www.banksy.co.uk (Banksy) https://bit.ly/retrovibeshow (Tickets to Retro Vibe Show February 11th, 2022) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

To create one's own world takes courage -Georgia O'Keeffe It takes courage to create.  It takes courage to be vulnerable, to share your art with the world. Courageous is one word I would easily use to describe the artists in attendance at The World Choreography Awards that took place in December 2021 at The Globe Theater in Los Angeles. Wisdom and inspiration were abundant throughout my conversations with attendees and award nominees/winners that I am excited to share in this latest podcast session. https://youtu.be/hD3g2o4DAlM   https://youtu.be/qZ0efg_ivx4 A few takeaways from this session: It's important to honor and know dance history, and where dance forms originate from. Events like The World Choreography Awards are important to continue celebrating the work and creativity that goes into dance media. Taking care of mental health needs to continue being forefront in dance and other creative arts. Keep creating and supporting other creators and collaborators. The importance of mentorship and training the next generation will help the longevity and integrity of dance and art. Links from this session: https://worldchoreographyawards.com (World Choreography Awards) https://manospr.com (Manos Public Relations) https://msaagency.com/portfolio/katy-tate/#social (Katy Tate) https://www.instagram.com/kent_boyd/ (Kent Boyd) https://www.instagram.com/joyakazi/?hl=en (Joya Kazi) https://www.saleemaheknight.com (Saleema E. Knight) https://www.instagram.com/christian.jd.vincent/?hl=en (Christian Vincent) https://www.chloearnold.com (Chloe Arnold) https://kickacustomdesign.com (Marika Soderlund-Robison) https://la.blocagency.com/talent/choreography/christopher-scott/ (Christopher Scott) https://shop.therealcarmit.com (Carmit Bachar) http://kdcah.org/katherine-dunham-biography/ (Katherine Dunham) https://www.moncelldurden.com/ (Moncell Durden) https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/travel/destinations/a-walk-through-india-the-famous-classical-indian-dance-forms-and-their-state-of-origin/as75446157.cms (Classical Indian Dance) Other episodes of interest: https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/87-2/ (#087 How to Have Longevity in Your Dance Career (With Christian Vincent)) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/thriving-in-the-betweens/ (#211 Thriving In The Betweens) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/episode-212/ (#212 Silver Linings in a Pandemic) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

"The true mark of a leader is the willingness to stick with a bold course of action — an unconventional business strategy, a unique product-development roadmap, a controversial marketing campaign — even as the rest of the world wonders why you're not marching in step with the status quo. In other words, real leaders are happy to zig while others zag. They understand that in an era of hyper-competition and non-stop disruption, the only way to stand out from the crowd is to stand for something special." -Bill Taylor My guest on this session is Emeroy Bernardo, dancer and CEO of Vision Paradox and Artistic Director/Founder of Temper Tantrum Dance Company.  He stands for something special and is special in the dance, creative and entrepreneurial world which is why he's been able to accomplish many things and continues to do so. Our conversation on leadership started from a comment that I made about being reminded of his leadership journey, then referring to my leadership lessons episode on Session #217, then him expressing that he could say a lot about that topic. So, this episode came from that initial exchange and I am so glad to share his insights. He is a great example of how to effectively lead yourself and others to more success. He stood in the gap for me and his other students when I met him coming back to dance in 2014, taking his classes, being challenged but also being encouraged. That is a mark of a true leader. If you want to know his background, listen to my other episodes that are linked on the bottom and if you search for his name, Emeroy Bernardo, you will come across other interviews, his top selling dance courses on Udemy, as well as his channels on YouTube. A few takeaways from this session: Being an effective leader starts with leading yourself Be intentional with your self-care and a morning routine Enjoy your process Be the example Create a safe space for open communication and expression Stay curious and learn something new Don't be so attached to the outcome Strike a balance between being serious and having fun Be aware of your self-talk You have more control than you think over leading your own life Other episodes of interest: https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/012-how-to-communicate-effectively-interview-with-emeroy-bernardo-podcast/ (Session #012 How To Communicate Effectively) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/035-failure-is-never-final-podcast/ (Session #035 Failure is Never Final) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/055-leaving-legacy-empowering-others-podcast/ (Session #055 Leaving a Legacy While Empowering Others) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/123-2/ (Session #123 Building A Company Culture with Creatives) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/leadership-lessons-from-freestyle-session/ (Session #217 Leadership Lessons from Freestyle Session) Links from this session: https://www.udemy.com/courses/search/?src=ukw&q=emeroy+bernardo (Emeroy's Courses on Udemy) https://www.youtube.com/c/EmeroyB (Emeroy's YouTube Channel) https://www.instagram.com/vision.paradox/ (Vision Paradox Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5Sfh3L2I731VGNgZ_O2v2g (Vision Paradox YouTube) https://www.instagram.com/tempertantrum1/ (Temper Tantrum Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtZL9q9KrklvNLmaOycnE9Q (Temper Tantrum YouTube) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!  

Leadership is lifting a person's vision to high sights, the raising of a person's performance to a higher standard, the building of a personality beyond its normal limitations. —Peter Drucker To be an effective leader for others, the most important person is to first lead yourself. This session covers the following leadership lessons I gleaned from attending Freestyle Session 2021 in Los Angeles, a yearly event going down for the past 25 years in over 40 countries worldwide, representing every element of Hip Hop and street dance. Leadership lessons from Freestyle Session: Timing is key with dance moves and with leadership. Leaders are sensitive to timing. “There is timing in everything. Timing in strategy cannot be mastered without a great deal of practice.” – Miyamoto Musashi  Teamwork: Even if you are not a leadership "position," you are part of a team and your example is still impactful. Support: Do you have a support system in the different areas of your life? If not, do you have a plan to seek some out? Leaders provide sustained support for their teams. Leaders also know how to ask for support. Strategy and Tactics: A leader is forward focused. A leader is mission driven and has a plan. Not perfection but progress. Confidence is contagious. Not arrogance. As a leader, you inspire with confidence. Seize the moment but also savor it. This goes back to timing. Also enjoying the present moment.  Leaders plan for progress but enjoy the journey. There were many magical moments at this event.  Check out the https://instagram.com/fssworldwide (Instagram profile) for some amazing shots. Practice in private doesn't mean it's less important or you're less important because people don't notice you. This was prevalent in the smaller cyphers of people practicing for practice sake. Absorbing the energy of the event to refine their craft. Leaders do things because they have a mission, regardless if others notice or not. Moments and pauses: Leaders, and that can include dancers, know that moments and pauses are important. Business is not all about business. Great leaders have reverence for humanity.  Being an example for the next generation. No doubt there are things leaders deal with behind the scenes but because it is required for a leader to keep the company going, the necessities get executed. An ode to honor for the people that paved the way: Leaders give reverence to people that were there before them.  Expression vs impression: As a leader, what is your mission? To express your message or impress because of ego? This can be interchangeable depending on the context, however, a leader that is focused on their mission and message is already impressive and doesn't need to try to be perceived as such. Other episodes of interest: https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/017-5-traits-of-an-effective-mentor-podcast/ (Session #017 5 Traits of an Effective Mentor) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/182/ (Session #182 The Foundation and Future of Funk) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/how-watching-a-live-performance-can-help-you-achieve-your-hearts-desire/ (Session #210 How Watching a Live Performance Can Help You Achieve Your Heart's Desire) Links from this session: https://freestylesession.com (Freestyle Session) https://instagram.com/fssworldwide (Freestyle Session Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/iamcrosone/ (Cros One Instagram) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App or Spotify App on your smart device. Thanks so much!  

"We dance for laughter, we dance for tears, we dance for madness, we dance for fears, we dance for hopes, we dance for screams, we are the dancers, we create the dreams.” -Albert Einstein Even though we are coming out of this pandemic, seems like yesterday and it seems like a lifetime when things were shut down and we were navigating and figuring things out.  Regardless of circumstances, life requires us to navigate change and figure things out. As I've been navigating my journey coming back to dance in 2014 after two decades, it didn't dawn on me that dance has been a huge component of my healing process in dealing with the negative relationship I had with myself and in turn how that affected my relationship with others. During the pandemic I had a delightful exchange with dancer, choreographer, somatic and creative recovery coach Morgyn Danae and I am happy to share this conversation that reminded me of the healing and meditative benefits of dance and movement.  3 Takeaways from this session: Dance and movement are meditation. Meditation comes in different forms and can be experienced in different ways. Trauma is stored in the body and there are methods to address and release trauma. Dance, movement and meditation go beyond the aesthetic and performative aspects. Dance is a healing art. Other episodes of interest: https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/episode-212/ (Silver Linings in a Pandemic) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/thriving-in-the-betweens/ (Thriving in The Betweens) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/128-2/ (The Rise of Sensual Fitness) Links from this session: https://morgyndanae.com (MorgynDanae.com) https://www.davebrubeck.com/ (Dave Brubeck Quartet) https://thebeatles.com (The Beatles) http://kdcah.org/ (Katherine Dunham) https://marthagraham.org/ (Martha Graham) https://isadoraduncan.org/ (Isadora Duncan) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carmen_Miranda (Carmen Miranda) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

According to Merriam Webster dictionary, the definition of juxtapose means to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect) Interesting is a mild word to describe the work of Jacob Jonas The Company. I would use engaging and fascinating, for examples. Juxtapose is the title of their recent work that I got to experience thanks to The Wallis and ROW DTLA.  This is the second time I've seen this company perform, the first time was at The Wallis back in 2019. I would've happily seen them at The Wallis again but this was an outdoor performance on the rooftop of ROW DTLA and I am so thankful I got to experience a new venue. This performance inspired the following ten tips on our relationship with ourselves and with others as I was watching the intriguing interactions between the dancers: Ask yourself if you are asleep or awake? Most people are asleep with their eyes open going through the motions, sometimes alone and sometimes together. Do you need a wake up call in some area of your life? Stop worrying excessively about what people might think of you. Most are so entrenched in their own affairs that they aren't even thinking of you. Focus on what you can appreciate. I appreciate the athletic artistry of this company, knowing I will be engaged. I would've cut the beginning part shorter, and not put so much repetition in some of the sections. My personal trigger was my experience with contact improvisation. It was very prominent between the performers and it took me back to my first class years ago and trying to be intuitive and then someone telling me I wasn't really doing it properly.  I appreciate this movement form and the performers executed well--it was just my own personal bias toward my experience that caught me off guard. Ask yourself how best to respond to someone else. The example of the stage flooring when the dancers landing throughout the choreography was loud and abrupt. How do you want the interactions in your relationships to land? Pay attention to relationship dynamics. Sometimes you are supporting, provoking,  or inspiring. Just as each duo was interacting with one another, there was a constant give and take, push and pull. Are you getting caught up in what the majority is doing? Are you going to extremes when it isn't necessary? It is easy to get caught up in what the majority is doing, and that can be both “bad” and beautiful. There is power in one and there is power in many. You decide how you want to disperse your energy and efforts in relationships.  Sometimes you have to release to get more strength and sometimes you have to stand your ground. Know that even when you feel alone, you aren't. There are others around you that can help or inspire you. You have to allow space for it. When you need space for yourself, acknowledge that. And let others know that you do. Remember that the most important is first the relationship and trust within yourself and that affects how you show up in other relationships. Juxtapose, this engaging performance by Jacob Jonas The Company that reminded me of the dynamics of relationships, how we can be ourselves and how we can stand together to support one another. Other episodes of interest https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/how-watching-a-live-performance-can-help-you-achieve-your-hearts-desire/ (#210 How Watching a Live Performance Can Help You Achieve Your Heart's Desire) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/194/ (#194: How to Make a Powerful Impact in Dance, Life and Business) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/190/ (#190 It's Never too Late to Be Great) Links from this session: https://www.jacobjonas.com/ (Jacob Jonas The Company) http://thewallis.org/ (The Wallis) https://rowdtla.com/ (ROWDTLA) https://www.dancespirit.com/contact-improv-2639152125.html (Contact Improvisation) Would you review

Art is a political act. Dance is discipline and revolt. My body is my country. -Anabella Lenzu (Photo by Todd Carroll) 2019 seems so long ago, especially in light of this past year of coming out of the pandemic. Looking back at history of some notable events in 2019, included some fortunate and some not so fortunate such as the All Women Spacewalk, the Amazon Forest wildfires,  Trump's Impeachment, and The U.S. Women's National Soccer Team winning its second consecutive championship. A remarkable experience I had in 2019 was the inspiring conversation I had with dancer, educator, choreographer and writer Anabella Lenzu. She directs her own company, Anabella Lenzu/DanceDrama (ALDD), which since 2006 has presented 390 performances, created 14 choreographic works and performed at 100 venues, presenting thought provoking and historically conscious dance-theater in NYC. Full disclosure this interview was supposed to come out shortly after our conversation, so some of the references might not be applicable, however, the valuable insights that Anabella shares continue to be timely. I was excited to be reminded of some other resources I am researching based on her recommendations and also note that her 2nd book that she talks about is scheduled to come out sometime this year 2021 or later. A few takeaways from our conversation: How important it is to have a support system as an artist Being open to process in the choreography process Making movement meaningful as a full body experience versus just aesthetics Why dance history is relevant Other episodes of interest: https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/how-decisions-make-dreams-come-true/ (How Decisions Make Dreams Come True) https://annettbone.com/captivate-podcast/thriving-in-the-betweens (Thriving in The Betweens) Links from this session: https://anabellalenzu.com (AnabellaLenzu.com) https://www.facebook.com/anabella.lenzu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/anabellalenzu/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/anabellalenzu (Twitter) https://www.history.com/topics/21st-century/2019-events (2019 Events) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ana_Laguna (Ana Laguna) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romeo_Castellucci (Romeo Castelluci) https://www.janfabre.be/ (Jan Fabre) https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artists/louise-bourgeois-2351/art-louise-bourgeois (Louise Bourgeois) https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/artist/ana-mendieta (Ana Mendieta) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

Our work has always been rooted in unveiling inequity and celebrating with radical joy in the face of adversity. We are not any one thing to serve to satisfy white centered ideology. We are not inferior in our Bollywood, in our abstract work, on stage, or in a cypher. We are a brown and black global majority dance company, and our blood is blue. -Achinta S. McDaniel, Blue13 Dance CompanyIndian dance is not one thing. And Blue13 Dance Company based out of Los Angeles is an exemplary example of this through their beautiful blend of art, dance, movement and more. I had a wonderful conversation with critically acclaimed artist Achinta S. McDaniel, founder and artistic director of Blue13 Dance Company as she and her artists are in preparation for two events you don't want to miss if you are in the Greater Los Angeles area. One is a fun Bollywood experience in https://www.musiccenter.org/tickets/events-by-the-music-center/dancedtla/ (Downtown Los Angeles at The Music Center) on Friday, September 10th from 7pm-11pm, and the second one is an audience immersive, site specific, outdoor Contemporary and Bollywood Dance spectacular called Shaadi (Hindi for wedding) that is sure to be one of the most memorable events that you can attend. Shaadi is happening on Friday, September 17th and Saturday, September 18th at the Heritage Square Museum. More about Achinta S. McDaniel:New Girl, Speechless with Minnie Driver, DJ Snake, The Amazing Race. Walt Disney World, Heineken, and Snapple to name a few. Household names and they all have something in common. The creative work of my guest today, Achinta McDaniel. In addition, the following words further describe this acclaimed artist: words Prolific. Powerful. A pioneer. Achinta S. McDaniel, choreographer, performer, educator and artistic director of Blue13 Dance Company based out of Los Angeles. She draws from techniques including Bhangra, Kathak, and Bollywood, Hip Hop, ballet, jazz, tap, and modern dance, to create spectacular and theatrical dance. She is known for her experimentation with international styles and for inventive staging of her signature contemporary Indian forms. Her choreography is highly dramatic and a real reflection of her upbringing: Eastern and Western, exotic, mysterious, wild, rebellious and unconventional. McDaniel's work is fearless and inventive, ever-exploring the boundaries of contemporary dance as a first-generation Indian woman. A few takeaways from our conversation:Defining that dance, movement and certain forms don't have to fit into the stereotypical European standards that have been heavily emphasized Not only honoring process in our creative works, but the importance of the people involved Cultivating a brave space for exploration and expression so that it can also be a safe space Self-evaluation for your mission and asking the difficult questions of how you represent yourself and your artistry Other episodes of interest:https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Akwy1KkKAuN5Cgv7lj6SH?si=AdNho-2MS8qIIS-PrXM7Gw&dl_branch=1 (How An Experiment Became and Experience: The Rise of The Leela Dance Collective) https://open.spotify.com/episode/67hUU8CwSmVah67n2ZfcD5?si=v8kWT4ngSWmYjEwMpUCuWg&dl_branch=1 (Being Present and Honoring Your Path to Creativity) https://open.spotify.com/episode/3JAajtkAB8CCDU6mF8cdT9?si=CtdFRuh3QMisk-Xj1URc5Q&dl_branch=1 (Silver Linings in a Pandemic) Links from this session:https://blue13dance.com (Blue13 Dance Company) https://www.musiccenter.org/tickets/events-by-the-music-center/dancedtla/ (Dance DTLA) https://heritagesquare.org/events/calendar/blue13-dance-company-presents-an-immersive-dance-event (Heritage Square Museum Event Details) https://thewallis.org (The Wallis) https://www.kusc.org/culture/arts-alive-blog/achinta-mcdaniel-blue13/ (KUSC Radio Interview with Achinta S. McDaniel) https://www.alvinailey.org/performances/repertory/revelations (Alvin Ailey)...

http://annettbone.com/episode/212 ()All of us are part of a beautiful pageantry of human experience. Let us make the most of this life in all we do.― Laurence OvermireMy lovely guest today has colorfully and beautifully amplified the human experience, through her extensive work in film, television, animation and theater.  https://www.melissagreenspan.com (Melissa Greenspan) has been on notable shows such as Desperate Housewives, NCIS, and Modern Family to name a few and over 300 appearances for companies including FOX, NBC, TD Ameritrade, Discover Card, Capital One, Gerber, Dairy Queen, Hallmark,Chevron, Marshalls, Diet Pepsi and many more. According to The Tolucan Times, one of many wonderful testimonials “The diminutive Melissa Greenspan is infectiously lovable.” What I didn't know is that Melissa danced in a company when she was younger, has a teenage daughter that is dancer and a gymnast, worked on “Dancing 4 Democracy” with some Broadway stars and dancers for the Biden/Harris campaign, and is playing the role of Ida Rubinstein a Russian dancer with Ballet Russe in the online work called “Unravelled” where art, music and science intersect. Links/Information from this session: MelissaGreenspan.com UnRavelledPlay.com https://www.dance4democracy.org/ (Dance 4 Democracy) Photo courtesy of https://www.lucypr.com/ (Lucy Pollak Public Relations) and captured by Corwin Evans Have questions on mindset and motivation? Feel free to contact me at annett@annettbone.com or http://annettbone.com/contact (CLICK HERE) to complete a contact form. I look forward to hearing from you.   

Out of clutter, find simplicity. From discord, find harmony. In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity. -Albert EinsteinTo describe this time as difficult is an understatement for most, yet within it lies a surplus of serendipities and loads of lessons. I am grateful to experience this firsthand learning from artists that I would not have access to if it weren't for the pandemic. Two of these awesome artists are Spenser Theberge and Jermaine Spivey. The Betweens was a fantastic and engaging work created by Spenser Theberge and Jermaine Spivey for L.A. Dance Project based on the current condition of this world because of COVID, the political climate and more. I am excited to share this rich conversation as we discuss creating this wonderful work, navigating through the unpredictable and the what has inspired them as people and as artists. Some key takeaways from Spenser and Jermaine: Discovering and working with dancers as people first Being flexible with the twists and turns of COVID that affected the creation and timing of their work Conflict resolution can be approached differently but still arrive at a common place. Dance and technique are not separate. Inspiration can come from anywhere. Links from this session: http://spensertheberge.com (Spenser Theberge ) https://www.instagram.com/jamsvy/ (Jermaine Spivey Instagram) https://ladanceproject.org (Los Angeles Dance Project) https://kiddpivot.org/ (Kidd Pivot) https://www.ndt.nl/en/ (Nederlands Dans Theater) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Forsythe_Company (The Forsythe Company) https://www.juilliard.edu/ (Julliard) https://dance.calarts.edu/ (Cal Arts) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

I have attended many live performances in the last few years thanks to podcasting. Not only am I entertained and moved, but I glean many lessons that apply to dance, life and business. The following thoughts are a summary of my experiences at various productions from the last few months. With all of the fantastic and not so fantastic experiences that have gone in my life these past months, I didn't realize how much time had passed with some of these experiences. Nonetheless, these 16 perspectives from watching a live performance can help you achieve your heart's desire. : ) Once you've made a decision, act quickly. Are you tribute worthy? Did you make your day tribute worthy? How could you end the day excellently? Let your work speak for itself. How does it make you feel? To know in your heart that you will do what you say you're going to do to the best of your ability does amazing things for your self-confidence. What is your preparation time like? Not always about quantity but also quality. Can you highlight someone else in your work besides yourself? Do you have a generous spirit? Being a generous person is more than just about money. Everybody can make someone else feel better. It isn't always about what you say but how you make them feel. Create a life that is important to you. Always be looking to add value. Can you implement the extra mile principal; How can I make it just a little bit better? Sometimes you don't need to know all the behind the scenes. If you aren't directly involved, why do you need to focus on the negative? Write things down while they are fresh in your memory. The faintest ink is better than the best memory. Little things matter. You can focus on a few things and put quality into them for things to stand out. And it doesn't always require a huge monetary expense. Sometimes it takes more than once to appreciate something. Kindness always goes a long way. Don't be afraid of showing things in progress. Some people want things to be "perfect" before they launch or release. Sometimes it's more important to have connection over content. Find your authentic tribe. Not everyone is going to vibe with your work. Be aware of overwhelm. Strive for simplicity. The energy you bring into a collaboration can make or break it. It's not so much whether things are positive or negative. although that is one component of it as opposed to are the energies complementary or life giving--Does the collaboration help you move forward to the end result? Links from this session:Complexions Contemporary Ballet Carpenter Center Jacob Jonas The Company American Contemporary Ballet Ate9 Dance Company A Noise Within Theatre Ruby Street LA Contemporary Dance Whyteberg Brockus Project Dance Rennie Harris Versastyles Ford Theaters Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

One thing in life is certain. And that is life is unpredictable.  You don’t always know what will happen next. Does that trigger fear? And what is fear to you?  Anxiety? The unknown? Or, can you approach fear in a different way, as an acronym that stands for feeling excited and ready? I thought about this after my conversation with the insightful Louise Reichlin of Louise Reichlin & Dancers, also known as Los Angeles Choreographers and Dancers on the topic of the unknown and not being afraid of failure. We had a wonderful conversation about her longevity with her dance company celebrating 40 years this year, with performances on October 19th and 20th at The Barnsdall Gallery Theater. We also discussed her paths to purpose, different learning styles, the importance of being present and more.  I was so excited to interview her in person, in her home, in a room that was full of fascinating dance history and making art. Links from this session: https://bit.ly/patchworkgirlofoz (Get tickets to October 19th Performances) https://bit.ly/40thcelebration (Get tickets to October 20th Performances) http://lachoreographersanddancers.org (Los Angeles Choreographers and Dancers) https://barnsdall.org/theatre (Barnsdall Art Gallery) https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2007-feb-17-me-desio17-story.html (Al Desio) https://triartsp.com/about-us-sp-festival/ (San Pedro Festival of the Arts) https://fordtheaters.org (Ford Theaters) https://lincolncenter.org (Lincoln Center) https://uci.edu (UC Irvine) https://bennington.edu (Bennington College) https://usc.edu (USC) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labanotation (Labanotation) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eugene_Loring (Eugene Loring) http://www.donaldmckayle.com (Donald McKayle) https://www.meredithmonk.org (Meredith Monk) https://www.twylatharp.org (Twyla Tharp) http://jeromerobbins.org (Jerome Robbins) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!   The post http://annettbone.com/being-present-and-honoring-your-path-to-creativity/ (Being Present and Honoring Your Path to Creativity) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/How-Decisions-Make-Dreams-Come-True.png ()What do you do when you are hospitalized in a foreign country and you don’t speak the language? When doctors tell you that you won’t live past age 25? If you’re Hal Banfield, you press through despite these odds. And you know that doctors are NOT God.  Former professional dancer turned award winning journalist and photographer Hal Banfield and I talk about this experience that happened at the height of his dance career, how his decisions made his dreams come true, the process of publishing “I Am Dance” and more on this latest podcast session. http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_9682-e1568405037920.jpeg () http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_9690.jpeg () Links from this session: http://halbanphotography.com (Hal Banfield Photography) http://iamdancebook.com (I Am Dance Book) https://www.biography.com/performer/gregory-hines (Gregory Hines) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Vereen (Ben Vereen) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_Nights_(1985_film) (White Nights) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much! The post http://annettbone.com/how-decisions-make-dreams-come-true/ (How Decisions Make Dreams Come True) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Leela-Dance-Collective.png () What started as an experiment to carry on a legacy, has turned into a successful dance company, The Leela Dance Collective.  They have provided incredible experiences to audiences all over the world. Their latest work, Son of The Wind,  will be presented soon at one of my favorite venues, The Ford Theaters in Los Angeles on Saturday, September 14th, 2019 at 8:00pm. I had the pleasure of having an in-person conversation recently with the lovely Rina Mehta, co-artistic director, at Soho Dance LA Studio, where Rina teaches. I was so excited to observe her class and learn more about https://www.culturalindia.net/indian-dance/classical/kathak.html (kathak dance), a classical dance form that originates from Northern India. It is engaging, percussive and a joy to watch. http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/IMG_9729.jpeg ()Susan Gordon, my awesome publicist contact, Rina Mehta and me at Soho DanceLA http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/IMG_9735.jpeg ()Such a delightful and insightful time I had talking with Rina Mehta http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/RM_Continuum_01.jpg () Links from this session: http://theleeladanceinstitute.org (The Leela Dance Collective) https://www.fordtheatres.org/calendar/leela-dance-collective (Ford Theaters) https://www.sohodancela.com (Soho Dance LA Studio) Son of the Wind Trailer – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mezXGjddVAA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mezXGjddVAA) Rina Mehta in Son of the Wind – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A2U4gurO6A (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A2U4gurO6A) Rina Mehta in a Traditional Kathak Solo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0igHpZIAqM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0igHpZIAqM) Photos above courtesy of Rina Mehta and The Leela Dance Collective Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!   The post http://annettbone.com/how-an-experiment-became-an-experience-the-rise-of-the-leela-dance-collective/ (How an Experiment Became an Experience: The Rise of The Leela Dance Collective) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Self-Growth-and-The-Human-Experience.png () Life. Death. And everything in between. The human experience. Reaction. Response. So many aspects of the human experience in this fantastic production entitled “Drift” by Micaela Taylor and her company The TL Collective, presented at one of my favorite venues, The Ford Theaters in Los Angeles. Links from this session:http://fusemovementlb.com (Our sponsor Fuse Movement Long Beach) http://thetlcollective.com (The TL Collective) https://www.facebook.com/thetlcollective/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/micaelagtaylor/ (Instagram) http://fordtheaters.org (Ford Theaters) http://annettbone.com/193 (Episode of Heidi Duckler's Loaded) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much! The post http://annettbone.com/self-growth-and-the-human-experience/ (Self-Growth and The Human Experience) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/The-Journey-of-Being-Brave-and-Fearless.png () Session Summary: They say that third time’s a charm, but in the case of dancer and author Renee Harris, every time is a charm when she’s been on the podcast. This bonus session is brought to you to promote the July 6, 2019 event for Developing Next Artist at 626 Night Market in Arcadia California, in the greater Los Angeles area. It’s fun to switch things up once in a while so I am excited to bring you this bonus session as Renee and I catch up on all the wonderful things that she’s been experiencing through her new venture The Brave and Fearless Community. Links from this session: http://fusemovementlb.com (Our sponsor Fuse Movement Long Beach) http://annettbone.com/010 (Renee Harris on Session #010) http://annettbone.com/171 (Renee Harris on Session #171) https://www.instagram.com/renee_l_am/ (Renee on Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/the_braveandfearless_community/ (The Brave and Fearless Community on Instagram) http://annettbone.com/148 (Joey Cooper, co-creator of Brave and Fearless Workshop Series Interview ) http://developingnextartist.com (Developing Next Artist) http://626nightmarket.com (626 Night Market) http://annettbone.com/65 (Elm Pizarro, Creator of Boogiezone Inc. Interview) http://boogiezoneutopia.com (Boogiezone Utopia) http://mdclv.com (Millennium Dance Complex Las Vegas) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much! The post http://annettbone.com/the-journey-of-being-brave-and-fearless/ (The Journey of Being Brave and Fearless) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/The-Difference-Between-Good-and-Outstanding.png () Session Summary: Three dance companies. One good performance. Two outstanding performances. With anything, especially art, the difference between good and outstanding is subjective. This session is a summary of my experiences at three different dance performances from http://atte9dancecompany.com (Ate9 Dance Company), http://malpasodance.com (Malpaso Dance Company) and https://batsheva.co.il/en/home (Batsheva Dance Company) .  Listen to this episode to find out the one show that put at least two people to sleep (that I know of personally LOL), and which two shows that kept the audience engaged. Links/Info from this session: http://fusemovementlb.com (Our sponsor Fuse Movement Long Beach) http://annettbone.com/190 (Episode with Marjorie Goodson) http://ate9dancecompany.com (Ate9 Dance Company) http://malpasodance.com (Malpaso Dance Company) https://batsheva.co.il/en/home (Batsheva Dance Company) http://thewallis.org (The Wallis) https://cap.ucla.edu (CAP UCLA) https://thesweatspotla.com (The Sweat Spot) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much! The post http://annettbone.com/the-difference-between-good-and-outstanding/ (The Difference Between Good and Outstanding) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Balancing-Between-Life-and-Ballet.png () Session Summary:  Ballet. Balance. These two words clearly go together. Throw in life such as a family with a husband, two young sons, and juggling different responsibilities.  Where does balance come in now? I personally prefer the word harmony over balance but in this context, balance will work. John Lam, Principal Dancer at The Boston Ballet, and I have fantastic dialogue regarding his perspectives of being a family man, the importance of artistry beyond ballet technique, and how life informs his work. Links/Info from this session: https://www.bostonballet.org/Home/The-Company/Dancers/FullCompany.aspx (The Boston Ballet) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Forsythe_(choreographer) (William Forsythe) http://fusemovementlb.com (Our sponsor Fuse Movement Long Beach) https://www.theaceagency.com/staff-member/geena-russo/ (Geena Russo, The ACE Agency) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much! The post http://annettbone.com/balancing-between-life-and-ballet/ (Balancing Between Life and Ballet) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Diversity-and-Inclusivity-in-Dance.png () Dance is for everyone.  Movement is for everyone.  Art is for everyone. Session Summary:  Ballet.  Michael Jackson. Bows. Solos. Companies. A few themes that were delightfully presented by performers from different abilities and demographics in Jerome Bel’s Gala at The Ace Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. Diversity and inclusivity were illustrated with different interpretations of these mentioned themes.  Throughout I saw the importance of times to lead, times to follow, and the importance of working together.  All in all, this was a great production showing that dance is for everyone, movement is for everyone and art is for everyone. Links/Info from this session: https://theatre.acehotel.com/events/cap-ucla-and-ford-theatres-present-jerome-bel-gala/ (The Theater at Ace Hotel) http://fusemovementlb.com (Fuse Movement Long Beach) http://annettbone.com/202 (Episode on LA Contemporary Dance) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much! The post http://annettbone.com/diversity-and-inclusivity-in-dance/ (Diversity and Inclusivity in Dance) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/10ConstantThings.png () The art of life lies in a constant readjustment to our surroundings. -Kakuzo Okakura- Session Summary:  The Only Constant performed by L.A. Contemporary Dance Company at The Odyssey provided thoughts on the following 10 constant things in dance. life and business: No matter how loudly or clearly you think you are communicating, not everyone will hear you or understand you. Everyone has their “crazy” moments, and you are allowed to have those. Life is messy. Life is imperfect. Fear can appear very real. Going against the grain isn’t easy. Sometimes you are responsible for causing the mess, and sometimes others cause it around you, and you can’t always control that. It is important to have release. You can’t always predict interruptions. There is a race against time so get going on your mission and what it is you are called to do. Links/Info from this session: http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://fusemovementlb.com (Fuse Movement Long Beach) http://lacontemporarydance.org (L.A. Contemporary Dance Company) http://odysseytheatre.com (Odyssey Theatre) https://www.lacontemporarydance.org/repertory/only-constant (Photo Above by Robbie Sweeny) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much! The post http://annettbone.com/10-constant-things-in-dance-life-business-podcast/ (#202: 10 Constant Things in Dance, Life and Business [Podcast]) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

  http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Adventures.png () “To say nothing is saying something. You must denounce things you are against or one might believe that you support things you really do not.” ― Germany Kent Session Summary: Dancer. Educator. Yoga Instructor.  Certified Massage Therapist. Explorer. Advocate for change. Well accomplished academic. She’s the whole package and one of the nicest souls I’ve met. Currently based in India with her husband, I had the pleasure of meeting Kelli Forman at the 5 Year Anniversary Funk Celebration by Diggs Deeper in Los Angeles last year. She impressed me with her kindness and artistry. I thoroughly enjoyed the topics we covered in this session.  The above referenced quote was used because she took a stand on a dance matter that was highly sensitive. It had the potential for important discussion and change.  I was also reminded that hope, healing and happiness can come from many places and things.  Throughout our conversation, it impressed upon me that honoring history, especially in various dance forms, still needs to be emphasized. Links/Info from this session: http://annettbone.com/ (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://fusemovementlb.com (Fuse Movement Long Beach) http://kelliforman.com (Kelli Forman) http://everybodydancenow.org (Everybody Dance Now) http://broadwaydancecenter.com (Broadway Dance Center) http://diggsdeeper.com (Diggs Deeper) http://creatington.com (Creatington) https://kaufman.usc.edu/faculty/moncell-durden/ (Moncell Durden) https://www.thedancecurrent.com/contributor/mary-fogarty (Mary Fogarty) https://www.kingcharlesfootwork.com (King Charles) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio? I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!     The post http://annettbone.com/adventures-in-hope-healing-and-happiness/ (#201: Adventures in Hope, Healing and Happiness) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Maybe.png ()   Maybe is a word that I always thought was lukewarm and non-committal...until I saw this production of Maybe at The Odyssey Theater in January 2019. This word now makes me think of patience, process and possibility.   http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/IMG_6092.jpeg () Session Summary: I love surprises--sometimes. Depends on what the surprises are. When it comes to dance and art, surprises are always welcome. This was certainly the case with Shade Theret and Lukas Panek's collaboration of Maybe at The Odyssey Theater in Los Angeles. I didn't know what to expect and that was the point. Initially, I did not understand what was happening. The silence. The audience interspersed throughout the theater on stage and in the audience seating area. The long pauses with no verbal explanations. The artwork and pieces of paper throughout the stage. I became antsy with anticipation. But I am glad that it worked out this way, because as this work unfolded, it started to make sense. I had to give myself the time and space to process it. The following are insights that I gained from this well thought out exploratory work of art: Involve people in your process whether it's dance, life or business. People like to be a part of something. It's okay to sit and do nothing. It's not a waste of time. Questioning whether something is right or wrong is not always necessary. Some situations call for awareness and observation more than judgement or final conclusions. Don't be in such a hurry to the next thing. Note the familiar patterns in your dance, life and business. We so accustomed to seeing things done in a certain way that anything different disrupts our thought pattern. You don't have to perceive the same thing in the same way as another person.   http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/IMG_6084.jpeg () http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/IMG_6087.jpeg ()Links/Info from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) https://instagram.com/shadejuliette (Shade Theret on Instagram) http://www.lukaspanek.com/maybe.html (Lukas Panek) http://annettbone.com/106 (Session #106 on The Last One with Gema Galiana and Anthony Nikolchev) http://www.odysseytheatre.com (The Odyssey Theater) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/First-Impressions.png () Session Summary: First impressions and expectations can be unpredictable. That was certainly the case with watching this collaboration with Hubbard Street Dance and Third Coast Percussion. Having dreamt for many years of seeing Hubbard Street live, I was expecting solely a jazz dance style in their show, but I witnessed much more. Third Coast Percussion was new to me so my expectations were minimal, and they did not disappoint. Be open to experiencing new perspectives when attending events. I found it interesting that some of the audience thought that this show was not celebratory enough. So what was their definition of a celebration? Who knows. They also expressed that there was too much story and pantomime. I personally love when movement has story. It makes it more interesting to me. As always, art is subjective and you don't have to agree with everyone. My experiences thus far at The Wallis have been wonderful. It's a beautiful venue and the people that work there are so kind and helpful. I get so excited each time I attend a show at this fantastic facility. Links/Info from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://hubbardstreetdance.com (Hubbard Street) http://thirdcoastpercussion.com (Third Coast Percussion) http://thewallis.org (Wallis Annenberg Center for The Performing Arts) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Great-Impressions.png ()Session Summary: First impressions can be lasting impressions. LA Dance Project and Mythili Prakash made lasting great impressions with their performances, and provided valuable reference points in their work that apply to dance, life and business. If you've listened to prior episodes when I review dance events, I take note of my first point of contact, from the first email, phone call and response. I pay attention to things such as the demeanor of the venue's team and other details. These impressions can be great impressions, or not so great impressions. These touch points can determine whether I want to return to the venue. One thing I appreciate is clarity. Especially in communication. I felt that with my contact with LA Dance Project, as well as the actual performances that I saw with both artists lended to a fantastic experience because there was clarity. Another thing I appreciate is simplicity. Things don't always have to be complicated to be spectacular or effective. Simplicity within the dancers' attire of LA Dance Project made the choreography stand out more to me. The simplicity of the emotions communicated by Mythili Prakash was very enjoyable to experience. Great impressions all around with this collaboration. : ) Links/Info from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://ladanceproject.org (LA Dance Project) http://mythiliprakash.com (Mythili Prakash) Photo by https://www.pexels.com/@steve?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels (Steve Johnson) from https://www.pexels.com/photo/white-surface-1774986/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels (Pexels) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Artist-1.png () Session Summary: 28 EXPLOSIVE DANCE FILMS, THEATER & ROOFTOP SCREENINGS, Q&A, HOLLYWOOD, GLOBAL BEATS by GINGEE, COCKTAILS, UMAMI BURGER, AWARDS, MIXER--If you saw this description for an event, you'd want to attend, right? I enjoyed my time at The Divulge Dancers Film Festival in November 2018 which inspired 5 essential elements to empower as an artist. http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Divulge-2-11.17.2018-2.jpg () Empower the element of your communication skills. One thing is to work on is enunciation. I had a hard time understanding one of the dancers on Get Lite. Empower the element of possibility thinking. Put the law of attraction into play. One of the dancers did this in Get Lite because he said he was going to Paris and London to teach and it happened. Get the creativity going toward the results you want and not what you don't want. Empower adversity into an advantage. Mother's Balls featured Amber's adversity of a strict background which forced her to be creative. Empower inclusivity in dance and other art forms. Making Waves with the Down's Syndrome dancers was very heartwarming. I am also reminded of other companies that are inclusive such as Axis, Heidi Latsky, Infinite Flow and Leigh Purtill Ballet Company. Empower Other's Skill Set. I love getting around other people that are more advanced in their skill sets than I am. A great example of someone who always empowered others to be better was Gene Kelly. http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Divulge-2-11.17.2018-145.jpg () Links/Info from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) https://www.divulgedancersfilmfestival.com/?lightbox=dataItem-jm5ogz3w (Divulge Dancers Film Festival ) http://www.axisdance.org (Axis Dance Company) http://www.heidilatskydance.org (Heidi Latsky ) http://infiniteflowdance.org (Infinite Flow Dance) http://www.leighpurtillballet.com (Leigh Purtill Ballet Company) http://annettbone.com/067 (Interview with Marisa Hamamoto) http://annettbone.com/110 (Interview with Ally Vega) http://annettbone.com/185/ (Interview with Patricia Ward Kelly) http://heididuckler.org (Heidi Duckler) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Stand-Out.png () I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.-Maya Angelou- Session Summary: Stimulating, Fascinating, Pure Innovation. These are a few words that I would use to describe the incredible dance performance company that is Pilobolus. Their recent production called Come To Your Senses provoked thought on how to stand out in dance, life and business. The following are 5 things to consider to stand out in any area of your life: Give yourself space mentally, physically, with time to ponder on what is your magic sauce. What is your wow factor? What makes you unique? With Pilobolus they incorporate forms of puppetry, gymnastics, theatrics to name a few. Don't overthink, get anxious and hung up on making an impression, if it's not in line with your end result. If something is not making sense, don't pursue it. I will also say that sometimes things don't make sense, but your gut tells you to proceed. So, it's a matter of you making the best choice at that moment in time. Innovation can come from common things. Pilobolus used digital means as well as common things like fabric. I also appreciated the simplicity of their attire. I liked the balance of innovation and simplicity. Relish in live experiences. Go to as many different types of events that you can. It's not always the details but the lasting impression. I don't remember a lot of the details of this show. But I do remember how it made me feel. It made me feel alive, appreciative of dance and art, and grateful to see creativity unfold before my eyes. Links/Info from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://pilobolus.org (Pilobolus) http://muscocenter.org (Musco Center) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Mistakes.png ()Mistakes are portals of discovery.-James JoyceWe all make mistakes. We all can learn from our own mistakes and the mistakes of others. In this session of The DancePreneuring Studio, I talk about the mixed emotions that came up as I attended East Meets West International Dance Festival at UC Irvine, my alma mater. Session Summary:It's a mistake to not make things convenient for others such as parking for an event. It's a mistake to not prepare for more than less, such as food, seats, materials, etc. It's a mistake to not have some sort of balance or harmony within choreography, a project, etc. I found the ballet piece in this production a bit long for my tastes in comparison to the other pieces, and it made me think that ballet was boring, which I never thought before. It's a mistake to not think that everything is perspective. Art is subjective. It's a mistake to not amplify the positive. I had mixed feelings attending this because it reminded me of when I quit dance, the people that judged me, etc. The positive that I amplified is that I got to experience the art form that I am so passionate about, the costumes, experiencing cultural dance, being with a dear friend of mine, and the 2 pieces that stood out to me Mountain Souls by Shanghai Normal University and King's Soldiers by Nanjing University of the Arts. Links/Info from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://dance.arts.uci.edu/ (University of California Irvine Dance Department) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!    

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/powerfulimpact.png ()Alonzo King LINES Ballet embraces a spirit of inquiry and openness to change combined with a reverence for legacy and history.-Core Ideology of LINES Ballet-Session Summary:Feature Presentation: There are many ways to make a powerful impact in dance, life and business. Alonzo King LINES Ballet made a powerful impact with an exquisite balance of ease, power and grace in their recent production of Sutra at The Wallis that inspired the 5 following thoughts: 1. It's not about delighting the senses all the time but testing the mindset. Yoga is a great example where this is tested more often than not. 2. There is a balance of effort and ease in many things. Professionals like the dancers in LINES Ballet make it look easy, but we know that takes a lot of work. 3. Cutting things out that are not connecting. Combining East and West in this production showed the possibilities and importance of this. I also referenced an aspect of this in http://annettbone.com/193 (Session 193). 4. Parameters can serve a purpose. For example, the body aesthetic in this company is clear with the beautiful lines that all the dancers had. I thought all companies were looking for these, but that's not the case. You might not fit these parameters but that doesn't make you less important, or less of an artist. Establish your parameters whether it's in your daily disciplines or the types of input you ingest from food, to reading material, to other forms of media. 5. Are you looking for longevity or popularity? Is your mission to leave a legacy or simply make an impression? You can still make an impression but are you looking beyond the immediate? [caption id="attachment_4268" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Alonzo-King-LINES-Ballet-2001-by-Kevin-Perry.jpg () Photo by Kevin Perry[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4269" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Alonzo-King-LINES-Ballet-PHOTO1-by-Chris-Hardy.jpg () Lines Ballet performing a world premiere with Zakir Hussain, Photo by Chris Hardy[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4271" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Alonzo-King-LINES-Ballet-PHOTO7-by-Chris-Hardy.jpg () Lines Ballet performing a world premiere with Zakir Hussain, Photo by Chris Hardy[/caption] Links/Info from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://linesballet.org (Alonzo King LINES Ballet) http://thewallis.org (The Wallis) http://annettbone.com/193 (Session 193) http://steereo.com (Steereo) 1st Photo above by Chris Brady for The Wallis Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Empower.png ()Heidi Duckler Dance Theatre knows how to take an ordinary site, such as a loading dock, and transform it into something extraordinary inspiring an array of emotions and lessons that empower dance, life and business. http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/FullSizeRender.jpeg ()   Session Summary:Step to Success: A step to your success is anything that moves your life and your business forward. Whether it's an app, a book or an idea, you can apply something today that can help you succeed. Today's step to success is revisiting the app that connects your devices called IFTTT. I talked about this on http://annettbone.com/026 (Session #026). Dancer's Dialect: The Dancer's Dialect is the dancer's language. I share dance terminology and concepts across different genres so you can see the correlations in your life and in your business. Today's word is failli, which is a classical ballet term that means "falling through" or "giving way." Check out this video: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PjOcnF2144] Freestyle Flow: Something very empowering about pushing weighted sleds. : ) Feature Presentation: What do you picture when you hear the word loading dock? I will never look at a loading dock the same. And especially knowing it's because of what I experienced at the loading dock at one of my favorite venues Ford Theatres in LA. My third time seeing Heidi Duckler Dance Theatre and again, they did not disappoint. http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/IMG_4935-e1544462993437.jpeg () 7 reminders Where I sat, I observed a section about grief right in front of me. Sometimes you just need to be physically present for someone. You don't have to have all the right words, and sometimes words aren't necessary. With so much going on around you, be mindful of what you pay attention to. Not from a judgemental stance, but an awareness and observational stance. In the beginning there was a trash can that had a performer inside and I had no idea. I loved that element of surprise. Just because you don't see or experience something with your physical senses, doesn't mean it doesn't exist. Don't compare your journey to someone else's. You don't live their life and you don't see what's going on behind the scenes. Sometimes other see things you don't, just like the audience perspective of placement throughout the dock. Everyone responds differently. In the performance, there was the commonality of struggle but how each dancer dealt with it was different. This definitely added a great dynamic to the production. Sometimes you make things more difficult than they are. There was a flag section that seemed like a struggle at times. You can't control others, people need to learn lessons for themselves. Bonus Tips Be aware when you are retreating back into your comfort zone. There are times that you need to help yourself. http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/IMG_4953-e1544463496919.jpeg () Links from this session:http://annettbone.com/ (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://annettbone.com/026 (7 Actions to Boost Your Business-Session #026) https://ifttt.com (IFTTT) https://instagram.com/annettbone (Let's connect on Instagram) http://annettbone.com/143 (1st Experience with Inland Pacific Ballet-Session #143) http://rutcamp.com (RUT Camp) https://drjohnrusin.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-prowler-sled-training/ (Sled Training) http://heididuckler.org (Heidi Duckler Dance) http://fordtheatres.org (Ford Theatres) http://annettbone.com/159 (5 Things to Help You Navigate The Seasons of Your Life-Session #159) http://annettbone.com/181 (Inside The Mind of A Unicorn-Session #181) http://lewisfamilyplayhouse.com (Lewis Family Playhouse) http://victoriagardensie.com (Victoria Gardens) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Creative-Colllaborations.png ()Trust and risk, two things that can only propel us forward.-Nancy Evans Doede, Artistic Director of Nancy Evans Dance Theatre Session Summary:Let's get together. A statement that is used a lot. Usually with good intentions. But we all get so involved with the day to day that these plans might not happen. The creative collaboration that was discussed years prior between Nancy Evans Dance Theatre and Jacksonville Dance Theatre did happen though. I share 5 simple solutions that you can apply to dance, life and business that I got from watching this production: 1. Preparation allows progress. Each company had existing repertory to work with. What do you need to prepare to go into a collaboration, meeting, project, etc?   2. Don't get so caught up in logic that you lose emotion. Facts are important but you want people to feel something from your art.   3. Sharpen your listening skills. This is something we all need to constantly work on.   4. Cut out to add. The length of the show could have been reduced, and the in-betweens could've been tightened up. Cutting would not have taken away from the quality.   5. There is a balance of trust and risk, which was evident in some parts of the partner work, but the process of the companies coming together is what I am most impressed with. : ) Links from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://nancyevansdancetheatre.com (Nancy Evans Dance Theatre) http://www.jacksonvilledancetheatre.org/ (Jacksonville Dance Theatre) https://www.arcpasadena.org/ (ARC Pasadena) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiO6D1rfZAJAvvscbFQT2qA (Anthony Languren) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Technology.png () Autobiography melds the worlds of science and art by incorporating something as universal as our own DNA into the foundation of the piece to engage audiences in new and different ways.-Michael Solomon, Vice-President of Presentations and Education at The Music CenterSession Summary:Freestyle Flow: My magical morning elixir consists of movement, coffee and cold pressed juice. : ) Also, during one of my morning workouts at the hybrid gym that I go to now, I was reminded that you never know what a person is made of internally, merely by appearance. I was in a conversation with a friend about a race where a co-worker, who had never done a race or worked out, and didn't appear to be healthy, was the one that stayed accountable and proved to himself that he could do even more. Feature Presentation: Here are 5 tips for dance, life and business from my wonderful experience watching Autobiography by Company Wayne McGregor: Add to your arsenal. What tools or help do you need to experiment with different approaches? He used a computer algorithm to determine the selection of the 23 sequences so that each performance had variety and was never the same. How cool is that? Structure is not stifling. Creativity within structure can flourish with a beginning point, a middle section and an end. Having this 23 sequence structure and specific themes gave structure which I'll talk about in the 5th tip. Expand your horizons. I am quite impressed with his academic background and studies, as he is a professor and has an Honorary Doctor of Science degree from Plymouth University, as well as having numerous awards. For you, it could be going to college, or taking other specialized courses. It could be an intensive in a subject that will further your knowledge base or give you a different experience. Dig deeper in one area. This piece was about taking something universal, our own DNA, and having dance and movement remind us of some of the random and unplanned events in all our lives. It was engaging and comforting at the same time, to acknowledge this aspect. Take care of aspects of your precious tool, your body, in terms of your memory, aging and sleep. These themes were conceptualized in this production by his incredible dancers. Not only the athleticism but the engaging musicality. It's easy to take for granted that there is inspiration all around, and things such as science, technology and dance can intersect. Links from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) https://waynemcgregor.com/work/company/company-wayne-mcgregor (Company Wayne McGregor) http://musiccenter.org (The Ahmanson Theatre) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Its-Never-Too-Late-To-Be-Great.png () Age is just a number. State of mind, not date of birth. And, it's never too late to be great. I resonate so much with these words. I was so delighted to have a conversation with a remarkable woman by the name of Marjorie Goodson who is yet another awesome testimonial for these impactful statements. A dancer, an artist and an author, Marjorie thought that creating her beautiful dance book would be a good distraction from her daughter leaving for college. However, this distraction has turned into a delicious work of art that has brought much media attention and artistic growth. Links from this session: http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://marjoriegoodson.com (Marjorie Goodson) https://www.amazon.com/MG-Marjorie-Goodson/dp/0795350325 (Marjorie's Book on Amazon) http://jacobjonas.com (Jacob Jonas) http://edgepac.com (Edge Performing Arts Center) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!  

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/African-American-Culture.png ()The truest expression of a people is in its dance and in its music. Bodies never lie. ~Agnes de MilleThere are times when the simple dignity of movement can fulfill the function of a volume of words.~Doris HumphreyBackslide, Apple Jack, Lockin, Electric Boogaloo, Urban Cha cha, and hip hop--what do you picture when you hear these words? If you know your dance history, these are dances and dance traditions from African American Culture. You know that saying, you don't know what you don't know? Well it turns out, not surprisingly that there was a lot I didn't know about these dance forms and traditions until I got to hear an engaging and entertaining discussion with dancer and dance historian E. Moncell Durden and curator Vida L. Brown at the California African American Museum in Los Angeles. From video clips, to demonstrations, to dialogue, I loved this experience and I'm going to share a number of things that stood out to me. This is in no particular order: Dancing for life's sake, versus dancing for arts' sake was the origin of many dance forms. Dance as worship. The style of KRUMP releasing negative energy. It's free, it can be exaggerated and energetic and it's a non-violent way to release this negative energy. Kingdom Radically Uplifted Mighty Praise is the acronym. I've observed cyphers in the past month and I didn't know it is a form of bonding. The circle is a space where there is encouragement. Finding and claiming space for one's own identity is the purpose behind many of these dance forms. The Soul Train Line--the dance/music show from 70's was about building community. There was no lead person and license to be your own person. You have that support as a whole but have the freedom of individuality. I love that! The evolution of dances, where what you see, has been done before. Seeing historical footage via images and video in comparison with more current media is proof of reinvention and repurposing. Earth vs heaven. Earth being grounded vs. European dance forms where there is more reach to the sky (heaven). There exists a Eurocentric ideology of the hierarchy of dance that certain forms are more important than others. I'm all about studying different styles and it's critical to know that one style is not more valuable than another. We haven't realized the value of gestures, and there is so much meaning behind them. I am fascinated with dance styles that use hand gestures, similar to mudras in Yoga. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veIK_CarrPA] [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P_nS9bwA58] Links from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) https://kaufman.usc.edu/faculty/moncell-durden/ (E. Moncell Durden) https://caamuseum.org/programs/current/in-conversation-e-moncell-durden-and-vida-l-brown (Vida L. Brown) https://caamuseum.org/ (California African American Museum) https://www.redbull.com/us-en/the-importance-of-the-cypher (Cyphers) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!    

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/When-Music-Drives-Movement.png () You dance totally different if you are aware of the history of the dance form. It changes the dance or music to something that is something significantly deeper and heavier. That is why sometimes you can do a lot less, because it means more. -Ethan Margolis, paraphrased on the importance of being immersed in the dance form historyFeature Presentation: I had an educational and entertaining conversation with Ethan Margolis, director and guitarist of the upcoming Forever Flamenco: Family Gypsy Song, as he dispels the myths around the origins of Flamenco music and dance, things to observe if you're not familiar with Flamenco dance, the people that inspire him, and more. Links from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) http://www.fountaintheatre.com/event/forever-flamenco-family-gypsy-song/ (Forever Flamenco-Family Gypsy Song (November 1st and 4th, 2018)) Photo above of Fanny Ara courtesy of http://www.fountaintheatre.com/ (The Fountain Theatre) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNcwhSqItKFcQga-ggNY31g (Ethan Margolis) http://www.smc.edu/AcademicPrograms/Dance/Faculty/Pages/Cihtli-Ocampo.aspx (Cihtli Ocampo) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Dynamics-of-Dancefight.png ()Dance, when you're broken open. Dance, if you've torn the bandage off. Dance in the middle of the fighting. Dance in your blood. Dance when you're perfectly free.― RumiThe Dancefight Event that I attended a few weeks ago, inspired these 7 things that can be applied to dance, life and business.   1.Learn to take time with the music. In dance, life and business, some ideas are for now and some ideas are for later. 2.When there is contrast in styles, it's more interesting. 3. Partner work was engaging and reminded me of the importance of creative collaborations and allowing time and experience for that to develop. 4. Subtleties can be significant. 5. When a variety of levels and directions of the freestyle were executed, it was more engaging. 6. Clean transitions are so important. It made me think about being mindful of the transitions between activities during the day in dance, life and business. 7. I love the encouragement from everyone all around. A battle can still be uplifting even though it's a competition. Links from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) https://www.instagram.com/thedancefight/ (The Dancefight Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/thedancefight/ (The Dancefight Facebook) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgV80l-oEvwoiPLcQCcs3QQ?fbclid=IwAR1axtuJOAxiQpJoTQjpZFzGIHf1hoeuIF-9zvyqRg1DaaOfrJRFOlE7v30 (The Dancefight YouTube) https://www.themovementlifestyle.com/ (Movement Lifestyle) https://www.instagram.com/rascalrandi/ (Rascal Randi) https://www.instagram.com/petestyles22/ (Pete Styles) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!  

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Movement-and-Mental-Health.png () Your illness does not define you. Your strength and courage does.There is no shortage of evidence that shows that movement and physical activity are effective tools in dealing with mental health issues. In this session, I summarize my enriching experience at Psypher last month. Psypher is a special workshop created by Matthew Diep, that combines dance and a safe environment to discuss mental health and wellness. This particular session was an educational and entertaining collaboration with Arnel Calvario, of Kinjaz and Culture Shock going through a modified, but still thorough, presentation of his Roots b4 Branches class. Links from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) https://www.instagram.com/psypherla/ (Psypher on Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/psypherLAofficial/ (Psypher on Facebook) http://annettbone.com/055 (Interview with Arnel Calvario) http://cultureshockla.org (Culture Shock) http://kinjaz.com (Kinjaz) http://annettbone.com/182 (Review of 5th Anniversary Funk Celebration by Diggs Deeper) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!    

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Gene-Kelly-The-Legacy.png () You dance love, and you dance joy, and you dance dreams. And I know if I can make you smile by jumping over a couple of couches, or running through a rainstorm, then I'll be very glad, to be a song and dance man. -Gene Kelly-Photo Courtesy of Patricia Ward Kelly I am beyond excited to share this conversation I had with the lovely Patricia Ward Kelly, wife of dance icon Gene Kelly, as we approach her upcoming one woman show "https://torrancearts.org/gene-kelly-legacy/ (Gene Kelly: The Legacy, An Evening with Patricia Ward Kelly)" at The Torrance Cultural Arts Center this Saturday, October 6th 2018 at 2pm and 8pm. We talk about her humble beginnings, her impression of meeting Gene Kelly oblivious of his extensive career at the time, misconceptions about his work processes, and much more. Links from this session:https://torrancearts.org/gene-kelly-legacy/ (Get tickets to Gene Kelly: The Legacy) http://genekelly.com (GeneKelly.com) https://www.facebook.com/GeneKellyTheLegacy/ (Gene Kelly The Legacy Facebook Page) https://patriciawardkelly.wordpress.com/ (Patricia Ward Kelly) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Letters-to-Dance.png () Letters to Dance gave me a new perspective of looking at dance as a person. A person that has given me a new life and added value in many areas. This workshop by renowned German choreographers https://www.deufertandplischke.net/ (Deufert and Plischke) at The Odyssey Theatre in Los Angeles was a fantastic experience. I learned new approaches to movement that I know I can use in dance, life and business. Session Summary:Step to Success: A step to your success is anything that moves your life and your business forward. Whether it's an app, a book or an idea, you can apply something today that can help you succeed. Today's step to success is showing up without throwing up. Meaning add value to potential business clients and don't throw up on them with all the details on your business if it doesn't serve their needs. Dancer's Dialect: The Dancer's Dialect is the dancer's language. I share dance terminology and concepts across different genres so you can see the correlations in your life and in your business. Today's concept is a game called https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brown_Girl_in_the_Ring_(song) ("Brown Girl in The Ring.") Freestyle Flow: Think twice if you're going to interrupt someone when they have their headphones on. Unless you're going to give them something they like LOL Feature Presentation: Letters to Dance gave me a new perspective of looking at dance as a person. A person that has given me a new life and added value in many areas. This workshop by renowned German choreographers https://www.deufertandplischke.net/ (Deufert and Plischke) at The Odyssey Theatre in Los Angeles was a fantastic experience. I learned new approaches to movement that I know I can use in dance, life and business. Here are 5 additional things I was reminded of as follows: 1. Memorialize. Keep a journal to preserve memories and be in constant gratitude. 2. Don't be afraid to make movement a game. 3. Learn the subtle art of mirroring. 4. Be open to other approaches. 5. Write a letter to dance as a person and share it with me if you're so inclined. : ) Links from this session:http://annettbone.com (Get my FREE Audio Resource) https://www.deufertandplischke.net/ (Deufert and Plischke) https://odysseytheatre.com/ (The Odyssey Theatre) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!  

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/The-Bridge-from-Broken-to-Breakthrough.png () Sensitive people care when the world doesn't because we understand waiting to be rescued and no one shows up. We have rescued ourselves, so many times that we have become self taught in the art of compassion for those forgotten.― Shannon L. AlderSession Summary:Feature Presentation: To say that this Brave & Fearless Workshop was awesome, would be a gross understatement. It was truly an experience. Joey Cooper took us back in time--a journey through his tumultuous world and showed us that despite despair and discouragement, the bridge from broken to breakthrough is possible. http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_3506.jpeg () http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_3508-e1537570772936.jpeg () http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_3507.jpeg () http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_3504.mov (Joey Cooper Brave & Fearless Workshop) (CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO) Links from this session:https://www.instagram.com/joeyperiod/ (Joey Cooper on Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/jperiodentertainment/ (JPeriod Entertainment on Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/2wistedelegancela/ (2wisted Elegance) http://janfammovement.com (JanFam The Movement Workshop) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/The-Foundation-and-Future-of-Funk.png () Your style is not your style unless you can choose it. Foundation + You = Your Style -Jojo DiggsSession Summary:Feature Presentation: The 5th Anniversary Funk Celebration by Diggs Deeper was an amazing event that brought the dance community together with insightful panels, exciting battles, and deeply moving performances. 5 commonalities between the speakers' insights are as follows: 1. The passion for dance and their specialized styles. 2. The importance of knowing your dance history, the people, the origins of the movements, and the foundations. 3. The importance of getting outside of your comfort zone 4. Connecting with the movement and music more than trying to impress people 5. Trusting yourself http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_4268.jpeg () http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_4278.jpeg ()http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_4249.mov (Funk Battle) (Click Here for Video)http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_4265.mov (Unicorn Bathroom) (Click Here for Video)Links from this session:http://iinstagram.com/annettbone (Instagram Profile to send DM with the word #FallForward to enter to win a pair of tickets to the fashion show I will be in on September 30th) http://diggsdeeper.com (Diggs Deeper) http://creatington.com (Creatington) http://janfammovement.com (JanFam The Movement Workshop) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

Any show that breaks the monotony works. If the end product is good, nothing can stop it from being successful.”― Kunal Karan KapoorMemoirs of a Unicorn broke monotony for sure! The end product to me was great-this wonderful performance by Marjani Forte-Saunders. This is my take inside the mind of a unicorn, a mythical creature that can represent so much. Session Summary:Feature Presentation: Marjani Forte-Saunders embodied a unicorn, a princess, an evil warrior and her own father which gave me the following important insights applicable to dance, life and business: 1. Sometimes you don't have to understand all the details to get the full picture. 2. You can be curious and inquisitive without overthinking. 3. Get comfortable with intimacy. 4. A variety of movement and experiences can be incorporated in dance, life and business. 5. Release is required if you want balance. An image and a video from this show: [caption id="attachment_4144" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Photo by Lindsey Best[/caption] http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_4049.mov (Memoirs of a Unicorn) (Video) Links from this session:http://marjaniforte.org (Marjani Forte-Saunders) http://fordtheatres.org (Ford Theatres) http://janfammovement.com (JanFam The Movement Workshop) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

"Words have energy and power with the ability to help, to heal, to hinder, to hurt, to harm, to humiliate, and to humble." -Yehuda BergSession Summary:Feature Presentation: I have a wonderful conversation with Katrena Cohea about topics including using your words in ways to empower mindset in dance and life, vegan recipes, and more. A bit about Katrena:Katrena is the Owner and Founder of Different Drummer Dance, a bi-coastal dance studio on a mission to teach dance from the inside out. Different Drummer Dance takes a holistic and inclusive approach to dance education. She focuses on pairing dance technique with growth mindsets and positive affirmations so dancers learn that their bodies and ideas are powerful. Katrena is also a contributor to the magazine The Wonderful World of Dance. She splits her time between Northern California and upstate New York, and travels to as many new places as she can with her husband and dance shoes in tow. Links from this session:http://www.differentdrummerdance.com (www.differentdrummerdance.com) http://www.instagram.com/diffdrumdance (www.instagram.com/diffdrumdance) http://www.facebook.com/diffdrumdance (www.facebook.com/diffdrumdance) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/business-of-dance-podcast/id1276431018 (Katrena's Interview on Business of Dance Podcast) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Community.png ()When a community comes together to focus on a common cause, miracles happen. This week's session is a quick recap of Boogiezone Utopia, the place that welcomed me back to dance after a 20+ year hiatus, and how people pulled together so that they could stay in operation. Session Summary:Feature Presentation: These are the 5 takeaways I got from watching a community come together to save a dance studio: 1. What is the attitude you have toward challenges as you are going through them? 2. The importance of community and camaraderie. 3. Ask for help but not with a self-pity, victim attitude. 4. If you're truly about the creative process and doing excellent work, the accolades and credit are by-products, not the goals. Accolades without effort is empty. 5. It is important to work strategically and effectively. Links from this session:https://www.facebook.com/dancepreneuring/ (Join me on Facebook Live on Mondays, 4PM Pacific Time) http://gofundme.com/boogiezoneforever (Boogiezone Utopia GoFundMe Campaign) http://annettbone.com/032 (Session #32 Dance Day Lowdown) http://annettbone.com/034 (Session #34 How Shaved Ice Saved My Life) http://annettbone.com/065 (Session #65 The Power of Positive Mentorship) https://www.janfammovement.com/events (JanFam The Movement Next Workshop) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

  http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Observations-on-Calm-and-Chaos.png () Calm and chaos. Yin and yang. Navigating how to process these things. Such is life. Besides being a delightful experience, The 12th Annual MixMatch Dance Festival by Hart Pulse Dance Company inspired thoughts on calm and chaos. Session Summary:Freestyle Flow: The song You Give Love a Bad Name by Bon Jovi came to mind when I drove by a long standing food establishment. Driving by, the smells are intoxicating. But when I actually tasted it, I can hardly describe how bland it really was. So I say to that place, You give grub (food) a bad name. LOL Feature Presentation: My recent attendance at The 12th Annual MixMatch Dance Festival inspired observations on calm and chaos as follows: 1. What can be calm to one, can be chaotic to another, and that's okay. 2. Everybody is in leadership. Leadership position first has to be over yourself, then over others. 3. When things are chaotic, are you reacting or responding?   4. Decrease the time you are spending on certain things or obliterate them all together. More is not always better.   5. Find your peeps. No, not those marshmallow things. Just because a certain group of people don't welcome you, doesn't mean that another group won't embrace you.   7. When you experience chaos, you appreciate calm, and vice versa. The contrast of the various companies was a nice mix.   8. Get clarity about your sequences whether in your dance choreography or business processes.   9. Don't dwell on what you don't like. You can find something positive in everything if you choose.   10. Don't be apologetic for what you do like. Links from this session:https://www.facebook.com/dancepreneuring/ (Join me on Facebook Live on Mondays, 4PM Pacific Time) https://www.hartpulsedance.com/info (Mix Match Dance Festival) http://hartpulsedance.com (Hart Pulse Dance Company) https://shop.bjork.com/ (Bjork) https://www.janfammovement.com/events (JanFam The Movement Next Workshop) http://podcastjunkies.com/annett-bone-interview/ (Podcast Junkies) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!  

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/How-To-Use-Your-Resources.png ()Now is no time to think of what you do not have. Think of what you can do with what there is. -Ernest Hemingway-You will hear me talk a lot about the statement, "Do what you can with what you have." Another reminder of this was a performance called https://www.musiccenter.org/tickets/events-by-the-music-center/moves/ (Moves After Dark) featuring https://www.clairobscurdance.org/ (Clairobscur Dance), http://strangeandelegant.com/ (Strange & Elegant Dance) and http://www.memtheatrix.com/ (Mixed eMotion Theatrix ) that took place at various points outside at The Walt Disney Concert Hall in Downtown Los Angeles. Each dance company made use of their resources and the surroundings to produce engaging works of art. Check out some of these clips of the production: http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_3734.mov (Clairobscur Dance) http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_3747.mov (Strange and Elegant Dance) http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_3751.mov (Mixed eMotion Theatrix) Session Summary:Freestyle Flow: I used to spend so much time worrying of what other people thought of what I said or did, or didn't say or didn't do. Oy, too much mental energy spent on something I can't control. And on the flip side, if I feel led to contact someone, I try to not think twice about it because there is a reason why that person is coming to mind. Feature Presentation: I share 5 ways you can use your resources in dance, life and business based on my experience at Moves After Dark as follows: 1. Innovation of space and surroundings. How can you use what you already have, what you've already created? 2. What is your message and your mission? Are they clear? 3. Incorporate the live element as much as possible in what you do. 4. Take notice of how you react and any biases you have. 5. What is the experience you'd like to create for your audience? Links from this session:https://www.facebook.com/dancepreneuring/ (Join me on Facebook Live on Mondays, 4PM Pacific Time) https://www.janfammovement.com/events (JanFam The Movement Next Workshop) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much![spp-episodes]    

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Instagram.png () Instagram is my preferred social platform at the moment. I have learned a few things in my experience with Instagram and I share 8 insights that can help you navigate the content you create and consume. Session Summary:Step to Success: A step to your success is anything that moves your life and your business forward. Whether it's an app, a book or an idea, you can apply something today that can help you succeed. Today's step to success is analyzing what is costing you to NOT do something. I talk about a conversation I overheard about exercise as an example. Feature Presentation: Here are my 8 insights from Instagram as follows: 1. Determine what goals you want from this platform, or any platform. Is it to share your personal life, your business brand? Ask questions? Do research? 2. Be aware that there is a follow/unfollow game going on. 3. Aesthetic isn't everything. I follow accounts because I like them, not because they look pretty or there's a proper ratio of images, videos and infographics. 4. Pay attention to what people resonate with. 5. Don't be one of those people or use those services that say, great page, follow me. Check me out. :( 6. Stop playing the victim card. 7. You don't own the platform so if you're looking for building long term relationships, take it elsewhere. 8. Ignorance can be bliss, so if the above 7 don't resonate with you, disregard. Links from this session:https://www.janfammovement.com/events (JanFam The Movement Next Workshop) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!    

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Wrong-Business.png () Pay attention to warning signs. More importantly, pay attention to your intuition. This session on 7 warning signs that you're in the wrong business was difficult to record because I still wanted to keep it as positive as possible. Session Summary:Step to Success: A step to your success is anything that moves your life and your business forward. Whether it's an app, a book or an idea, you can apply something today that can help you succeed. Today's step to success is using whatever you need to stay hydrated. I love my Takeya Water Bottle. Dancer's Dialect: The Dancer's Dialect is the dancer's language. I share dance terminology and concepts across different genres so you can see the correlations in your life and in your business. Today's concept is based on my recent experience at a backhanding workshop at my yoga studio. Freestyle Flow: I love me some chocolate and sunflower butter. Yum : ) Feature Presentation: 7 Warning Signs That You're In The Wrong Business     1. Your treatment is conditional.     2. They promote their definition of success over your definition of success.     3. They ridicule other businesses and people, whether publicly or privately.     4. You are not passionate about the product or service.     5. They teach based on theory and speculation.     6. They instill fear and guilt in you if you decide to pursue other projects.     7. They pressure you to spend money that you don't have. Links from this session:https://www.facebook.com/dancepreneuring/ (Join me on Facebook Live) https://www.facebook.com/groups/420100618331939/ (Join my private Facebook Group, The DancePreneuring Collective) http://takeya.com (Takeya Water Bottles) http://sodeliciousdairyfree.com/ (So Delicious Dairy Free Ice Cream) https://coconutbliss.com/ (Coconut Bliss Dairy Free Ice Cream) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

http://annettbone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/The-Kind-Of-Person-Others-Want-to-Be-Around.png ()People don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care.-Theodore Roosevelt- In the latest session, I share a quick recap with Junior, creator and founder of JanFam The Movement, and Joey Cooper, Faculty Member on JanFam The Movement, covering their feedback on a recent choreography workshop with Tish Oliver, former dancer with Janet Jackson, I also cover 5 insights I gleaned from my experience with Tish, who is definitely the kind of person others want to be around! : ) 5 Insights from Tish Oliver that makes her the kind of person others want to be around: She wasn't afraid to laugh and be expressive. She didn't suppress her emotions even when she cried. When she didn't know an answer to a question, she was honest about it. Her passions for dance and medicine were obvious. She wasn't afraid to ask for help when she needed it. Links from this session: https://www.facebook.com/dancepreneuring/ (Join me on Facebook Live on Monday) https://www.facebook.com/groups/420100618331939/ (Join my private Facebook Group, The DancePreneuring Collective) http://janfammovement.com (JanFam The Movement) https://www.instagram.com/tisholiverofficial/ (Official Tish Oliver Instagram) http://annettbone.com/144 (Interview with Junior, Creator and Founder of JanFam The Movement) http://annettbone.com/148 (Interview with Joey Cooper, Faculty Member of JanFam The Movement) Would you review The DancePreneuring Studio?I would be extremely appreciative if you would subscribe and leave your feedback on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Radio. It really helps if you do it through the native Apple Podcast App on your smart device. Thanks so much!

Odds stacked against you? Doesn't matter. What matters is your mindset.  In this latest session of The DancePreneuring Studio, I share 7 advantages of having the odds stacked against you. You'll be encouraged by these. : ) 1. There is no way to go but up, if you decide to choose to progress forward. You… The post http://annettbone.com/173/ (#173: 7 Advantages of Having The Odds Stacked Against You [Podcast]) appeared first on http://annettbone.com (Annett Bone).