Podcasts about Ballet

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Caleb Quillen returns to the podcast to talk about the path that took him from growing up in Sugar Land, Texas, to principal bass of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Along the way, he reflects on formative teachers, including Dennis Whittaker and Paul Ellison, the influence of the Boston bass tradition, and much more. Check out our text/media version of this conversation and our interview with Caleb from 2016 here, and learn more about Caleb on his Boston Symphony and New England Conservatory pages. Thank you to our sponsor! Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio – CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Connect with DBHQ Join Our Newsletter Double Bass Resources Double Bass Sheet Music Double Bass Merch Gear used to record this podcast Zoom H6 studio 8-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder Rode Podmic Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM Lens When you buy a product using a link on this page, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting DBHQ. Theme music by Eric Hochberg

Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBalancedBallerina Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebalancedballerina Thank you for being here — and for being part of this evolving community.

If you have a ballet intensive coming up (or you're thinking about doing one) this episode is your complete guide to showing up prepared, taking care of your body, and getting the absolute most out of the experience.I'm walking you through everything: what to do in the week before (including how much to train, and my best tips for rest, fueling and hydrating), how to pack strategically, choosing your footwear, and how to actually navigate the week itself — the social side, the logistics, the evening recovery, and the mindset stuff. Whether it's your first intensive or your tenth, there's something in here for you.

Le Béjart Ballet Lausanne propose une série de représentations empreintes de voyages, de couleurs et de découvertes. "La Route de la soie", grande fresque chorégraphique imaginée par Maurice Béjart, où il renoue avec ses explorations en Orient et révèle un trésor musical parcourant l'immensité de l'Asie. "La Route de la soie" du 11 au 14 juin à Beaulieu Lausanne Julien Favreau, directeur artiste du Béjart Ballet, est l'invité de Pierre Philippe Cadert

On today's episode of That Was Us, we're diving into Season 5, Episode 14: "The Music and the Mirror." As Beth questions her future after the collapse of her dance studio, Kate searches for purpose and confidence, Kevin reflects on the life he's building with Madison, and Toby struggles with feeling lost after losing his job. In this episode, the hosts chat about: * Chris's journey from competitive tennis to pickleball * Mandy's evolving relationship with music and finding her way back to singing * Parenting, communication, and helping kids navigate big emotions and boundaries * Beth's emotional journey as her dance studio struggles through the pandemic * Randall learning that sometimes support means showing up rather than fixing the problem * Kevin's disastrous movie screening and growing doubts about his future with Madison * Rebecca and Kate's emotional reconciliation and the healing of old wounds * Toby's struggle with unemployment, pride, and asking for help They're also joined by Abby Romeo and her mother Christine, from Love on the Spectrum, to discuss: * How This Is Us helped them better understand one another * Abby's experience as a Gestalt thinker and why the show's flashback structure resonates with her * The importance of openness and representation when talking about autism * Abby's songwriting process and how music helps her process her experiences And a friendly reminder, you can catch new episodes of That Was Us every Monday, a day early, exclusively on Hulu. Available on Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts on Tuesdays like usual! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Don't just take my word for it – go grab one for yourself. Head to Walmart today to try a bar or stock up on 4CTs of your favorite flavors, like Blueberry Pie and Salted Peanut Butter, sold exclusively at Walmart. Check out https://Walmart.com to find a store near you! - You can also find Unreal products anywhere cravings hit, including at Whole Foods, Target, Costco, and other grocery stores Visit https://Unrealsnacks.com/TWU to get $2 off a bag of Unreal. Terms and conditions apply. -------------------------

EPISODE 723 - Terri Lewis - From Ballet to Authorship - Words That Dance, That FlyIn this author conversation, Terri Lewis shares how dance, history, and family have been woven through every stage of her life and writing. Now speaking from Florida while her Colorado garden sleeps under snow, she reflects on the two passions she held in high school: ballet and writing. Knowing a dance career had a limited window, she chose ballet first, becoming a professional dancer and choreographer, then gradually transitioned into writing while honing her craft, learning how to truly tell a story and build a novel.Terri describes the importance of literary community and feedback, encouraging new authors to join critique groups, attend workshops and conferences, and bravely share their work even when it feels vulnerable. She emphasizes kindness and reciprocity in the writing world, urging writers to really listen when asking others about their work rather than talking only about themselves. For her, repeated feedback is a signal: if two people say the same thing, pay attention; if three do, you have a problem to fix. She also shares how one early mentor's simple note affirming that she could write a publishable novel became a treasured encouragement that she still keeps.Her love of history and research runs through her novels. Her first book, inspired by a medieval woman abducted by King John and later reunited with her original fiancé, grew out of her fascination with the everyday lives of people in the Middle Ages rather than just kings and battles. Her second novel began with a candy box of family artifacts: letters, photos, and documents about her grandfather's World War One service, shell shock, and the long fight her grandmother waged to secure his pension. That story, told through both grandparents' perspectives, deepened her understanding of their courage, especially her grandmother's strength in an era when women's choices were tightly constrained.Terri's latest ballet-centered novel draws directly on her own experience as a dancer. It follows two friends and rivals in a 1970s ballet company whose pregnancies unfold on opposite sides of Roe v. Wade, exploring how legal, bodily, and artistic choices shape their careers, relationships, and identities. She aims to show the behind-the-scenes reality of dance: exhausting rehearsals, painful lighting calls, and the emotional strain beneath the glamour, while also portraying the different strengths of her two dancers and how their friendship is tested over time.Throughout the conversation, Terri returns to the idea that mastery in any art takes about ten years, and that you never truly arrive. She is still revising a novel she began a decade ago, recognizing how much she has grown as a writer and how each revision makes the work stronger. She encourages listeners to capture their own family histories with simple tools like audio recorders at gatherings, preserving stories that might otherwise be lost. Key takeaway: Terri's journey shows that creativity is a lifelong practice of persistence, community, and curiosity, where every experience, whether on stage or in the archives of a candy box, can become meaningful story material if you keep showing up and doing the work.https://terrilewis1.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/Coffee Refills are always appreciated, refill Dave's cup here, and thanks!https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca

L'émission 28 minutes du 08/06/2026 (La)Horde : une danse engagée au cœur des luttes contemporaines Marine Brutti, Jonathan Debrouwer et Arthur Harel se rencontrent dans les clubs queer parisiens en 2011 avant de fonder le collectif (La)Horde. Quinze ans plus tard, le collectif dirige le Ballet national de Marseille. À travers leurs créations, ils explorent les cultures numériques et les formes de mobilisations collectives qui traversent notre époque. Après avoir collaboré avec Madonna, Rosalia ou encore Angèle, les trois artistes présenteront leur nouvelle création : “Après moi, le déluge”, le 30 juin et le 1er juillet à la cité de la danse à Montpellier. Elle sera jouée ensuite à Marseille, puis au Théâtre de la Ville à Paris. #MeToo des enfants : l'affaire Lyhanna va-t-elle servir d'électrochoc ?  Le corps de Lyhanna, collégienne de 11 ans disparue dans le Gers le 29 mai, a été retrouvé jeudi 4 juin. Le principal suspect, Jérôme B., a été mis en examen pour “enlèvement, séquestration et meurtre d'un mineur de moins de 15 ans”. Il avait déjà fait l'objet de signalements et de plusieurs plaintes pour viols, dont une déposée en 2025 et pour laquelle il n'avait jamais été entendu. À l'issue d'une marche blanche, le maire de Fleurance a dénoncé “une faillite dans notre mission la plus importante en tant qu'élu, en tant que Nation”. Ce lundi 8 juin, le ministre de la Justice, Gérald Darmanin, a réuni les procureurs généraux des 36 cours d'appel, leur demandant de réexaminer “l'intégralité des plaintes qui touchent les enfants”, soit environ 70 000 dossiers, d'ici au 14 juillet. Plusieurs personnalités et associations de protection de l'enfance appellent à des rassemblements devant les tribunaux et le ministère de la Justice, ce lundi. On en débat avec  Pierre Verdrager, sociologue, chercheur associé au CERLIS, Lucia Argibay, secrétaire national du Syndicat de la Magistrature et Arnaud Gallais, anthropologue, président de l'association Mouv'Enfants. 28 minutes est le magazine d'actualité d'ARTE, présenté par Élisabeth Quin du lundi au jeudi à 20h05. Renaud Dély est aux commandes de l'émission le vendredi et le samedi. Ce podcast est coproduit par KM et ARTE Radio. À l'occasion du 150e anniversaire de sa disparition, Xavier Mauduit raconte comment George Sand a contribué à la préservation de la forêt de Fontainebleau. Marie Bonnisseau nous emmène à Minneapolis, où des habitants se réunissent chaque année pour affûter un immense crayon en bois sculpté dans le tronc d'un chêne centenaire. Enregistrement 8 juin 2026 Présentation Élisabeth Quin Production KM, ARTE Radio

Danser sur scène… puis faire danser les lieux : comment passe-t-on de l'autre côté du rideau ?Dans cet épisode des Sens de la Danse, je reçois Frédéric Fontan.Nous nous rencontrons au Ritz Paris, dans le jardin où se tiendront les 13, 14 et 15 juin les Nuits Étoilées.Un nouveau festival dont il est l'initiateur et le directeur artistique, réunissant danseurs de l'Opéra de Paris, chanteurs lyriques et musiciens dans l'un des lieux les plus emblématiques de la capitale.Mais avant d'imaginer des expériences immersives pour certaines des plus grandes maisons de luxe, Frédéric Fontan a lui-même passé quatorze ans sur scène. Danseur, chanteur, comédien.Né à Saint-Gaudens, au pied des Pyrénées, il grandit entre les chants populaires, la nature, les études scientifiques et une passion dévorante pour le spectacle vivant.Dans cet épisode, il revient sur son enfance, le harcèlement scolaire, la danse comme espace de liberté, sa carrière artistique, puis sa transition vers la direction artistique.Une conversation sur le mouvement, l'imaginaire, la transmission et le pouvoir des lieux.

Robert the Devil is a supernatural medieval legend that inspired a 19th-century French opera, which incorporates key elements from a seminal Gothic novel.  The opera and legend are substantially different but both interesting. We begin with Giacomo Meyerbeer’s 1831 opera, Robert le diable, which gained notoriety for a ballet sequence in Act III, which portrays an attempted seduction of the hero, Robert, Duke of Normandy, by the ghosts of corrupted nuns, freshly risen from their crypts. The scene is not found in the original legend, but as we learn, was borrowed from a particularly sensationalistic early Gothic novel,The Monk, written by Matthew Gregory Lewis in 1764.   We also learn that Meyerbeer's chief librettist, Eugène Scribe later went on to crib another storyline from Lewis’ The Monk for the 1854 opera by composer Charles Gounod, La nonne sanglante (“the bloody nun”). Rendering of cloister set for Paris Opera premiere. Along the way, we learn how Robert le diable helped save the financially imperiled Paris Opera after its royal subsidy had been withdrawn following the July Revolution of 1830.  Along with public curiosity about the scandalous ballet, ticket sales owed much to the 19th-century equivalent of special effects — flashy and innovative stagecraft (new gaslight design, trapdoors, floating will-o-the-wisps, etc.) and a spectacular set replicating a ruined gothic monastery. Hans Christian Andersen, George Sand and Frédéric Chopin lavishly praised the production. Honoré de Balzac and Alexander Dumas worked mentions of the opera into their novels. Edgar Degas painted not one but two renderings of the Ballet of the Nuns. Edgar Degas’ rendering of the “Ballet of the Nins” The opera also gave birth to a new style of ballet, one linked to Romanticism's interest in the supernatural: ballet blanc, “white ballet” named for the innovative long, flowing skirts that lent themselves to wafting movements suggestive of misty wisps moving in the darkness. The opera’s 1847  London premiere was attended by Queen Victoria and featured superstar soprano Jenny Lind as Robert’s sister.  Traffic came to a standstill as unruly spectators mobbed the streets hoping for  glimpse of either celebrity. The second half of our episode tells the original story of Robert the Devil.  It first appeared around 1250, sketched out in short form by the Dominican monk, Étienne de Bourbon, in a collection of exempla, or moral tales intended to be used by priests in their homilies.  A couple decades later, details were filled out in a longer, anonymous  poem, preserved in France's National Library. Then by the late 14th century, it was rendered as a miracle play in “Forty Miracles of Our Lady,” commissioned by a guild of Parisian goldsmiths. By 1500, the story had arrived in Britain. That year, Wynkyn de Worde, assistant to pioneering London printshop owner Thomas Caxton, issued a chapbook prose translation hewing close to the French 14th-century poem. I found the Wynkyn de Worde text reproduced in a handsome 1904 volume complete with line illustrations, decorative initials, and borders reminiscent of the Arts and Crafts books of William Morris.  As promised in the episode, here is the link to that book: Robert_the_Deuyll.pdf.  (Visit the show notes on the Bone and Sickle website if you can’t click link). As for the  story itself, it’s best you enjoy it without spoilers as told by Mrs. Karswell.  It’s full of demonic wrath, battles, court intrigue, miracles, pathos, and a very and prolonged peculiar penance.  All told in charming 16th-century language with all the little sound-design extras you’ve come to expect from Bone and Sickle.

Photo credit: Oscar Benjamin Berg Bassist, improviser, and genre-crosser Georgia Wartel Collins joins us today to talk about the winding path that led her to New York, via Gothenburg, Trondheim, and Amsterdam, and how a deeply musical family shaped everything from early street performances to a life that's always moved freely between styles. Georgia also shares how rock and grunge became real creative fuel alongside a love of melody, and why the upright bass, alive and changing every day, keeps offering new colors to chase. Enjoy, and follow along with Georgia and her very cool work on her website and Instagram! Thank you to our sponsor! Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio – CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Connect with DBHQ Join Our Newsletter Double Bass Resources Double Bass Sheet Music Double Bass Merch Gear used to record this podcast Zoom H6 studio 8-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder Rode Podmic Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM Lens   When you buy a product using a link on this page, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting DBHQ.   Theme music by Eric Hochberg

Rachael Gnatowski and Rachel Smith of The New England Ballet Theatre in Avon join us in studio to discuss their art, the company, and their production of The Little Mermaid.

Patricia Delgado: From Principal Ballerina to Tony Award Winner Growing up Cuban-American in Miami, Patricia Delgado found her love of performance early and spent seventeen years with Miami City Ballet, a decade of that as a principal dancer. But when she faced a series of injuries, she was forced to confront a question she wasn't ready to answer: what comes next? In this episode, Patricia opens up about the physical and emotional toll of stepping away from the only identity she had ever known, how she found her way into choreography alongside her husband Justin Peck, and what it meant to reconnect with her Cuban roots through the Broadway hit Buena Vista Social Club, leading her to be the first Latina to win a Tony Award for Best Choreography. Chapters: 00:00.200 Welcome to She Pivots 02:54.283 Patricia's Dance Journey Begins 08:43.880 First Introduction to Theatre 17:38.000 Navigating Ballet's Challenges 30:06.560 Patricia's Final Ballet Bow 38:22.079 Buena Vista Social Club 41:53.880 Tony Award Triumph and Its Significance 44:50.480 The Power of Visibility in Choreography 48:20.400 Embracing Change and Future Possibilities 50:22.080 Reflecting on Patricia's Pivot Story 51:22.200 Podcast Credits You can keep up with Patricia Delgado on Instagram @pattiedeldancer Don’t forget to tune into the Tony’s this Sunday, June 7th at 8pm on CBS and Paramount+ Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a pivot story, leave us a rating (it really does help!), and share this episode with a woman in your life who you think needs a little inspiration. She Pivots is a podcast created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight influential women voices, share stories of bold career moves, and inspire women with interviews about career reinvention and how personal pivots can redefine professional success. Join our Substack community! Subscribe here for exclusive content and to connect with other pivoters: shepivots.substack.com Learn more about the inspiring women in our pivoter community by following us on instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast, and check out our website shepivotspod.com for resources and updates. She Pivots is proud to be an iheart podcast.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever received a correction in class and thought, "Why won't my body won't just do that.." this episode is for you.I'm back with Erica Centola, founder of Tournesol Dance and creator of The Ballet Body Blueprint, for a conversation that I genuinely wish I'd had at the very beginning of my ballet journey.We walk through the anatomy that actually determines what ballet looks and feels like in your unique body... Not a generic "ballerina body." YOUR body. We cover:- Foot shape: the difference between high arches and "flat" feet, what each type does well, and how to train smarter based on what you actually have- Leg shape: straight vs. knock-kneed vs. bow-legged, and how each of these affects your balance, turning, and overall line- Hip socket placement: how it affects turnout, what a healthy hip socket actually looks like, and why chasing flat turnout can be working against you- Torso length: the little-known factor that explains things like why some people are "natural turners" and others struggle to control their turnsIf you just keep hitting walls and experiencing the same frustrations, training harder probably isn't the answer. You might just need the facts of your anatomy so you can train smarter. Whether you're brand new to ballet or have been dancing for years, this conversation will change the way you see yourself in the studio.CONNECT WITH ERICA

This week on #ScotsinUs, we join Elizabeth Manson, President of The Mary Queen of Scots Societyy and representatives of the Scottish Ballet to learn more about The History Behind the New Modern Scottish Ballet and Mary Queen of Scots. The discussion will focus on the historical events surrounding Mary Stuart's turbulent reign, her relationship with Queen Elizabeth I, and the final days she spent in Scotland before fleeing across the border into England. Manson's research often highlights the regional history of Southwest Scotland, particularly the communities and castles Mary passed through on her final journey in May 1568.

We learned a lot about Chris D'Angelo last week and even heard from his sister, but this was TRULY Chris D'Angelo week on J! as he has a fantastic run of games and earns his way into the Tournament of Champions. We also get a contender for Response of the Year, it's a tough week for anecdotes, Emily works on her French accent, and we dive deep on Pilates. If you wanna really stretch out with our podcast, why not join the Patreon? You'll get a new bonus episode every single month, access to our entire back catalogue of bonuses, and access to our Discord, where last week a live play game with three former J! champs from there went up on the Patreon just for fun. Cool stuff is happening all the time and it's a great way to support the show, so head on over to patreon.com/jeopardypodcast and join today! SOURCE: Sports Illustrated: "Joe Pilates: Learning to Be An Animal" by Robert Wernick; Knockaloe Charitable Trust: "Joseph Pilates" Special thank you as always to The Jeopardy! Fan and the J-Archive. This episode was produced by Producer Dan. Music by Nate Heller. Art by Max Wittert.

In episode74 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda sat down with Julie Diana Hench, the Executive Director of the Princeton Ballet Society, for an in-depth discussion about the nonprofit organization's three distinct but unified parts: the American Repertory Ballet, the Princeton Ballet School, and their Access & Enrichment Program.Julie discusses the rich history and vital mission of the Princeton Ballet School, the official school of the American Repertory Ballet. She highlights the school's significant and enduring popularity within the Princeton community.Julie also discusses the American Repertory Ballet, focusing on its prestige, the world-class reputation of its artistic directors, and the exceptional talent of its company of professional dancers. The discussion also highlights the relationship between American Repertory Ballet, the Princeton Ballet School, and the organization's community-focused Access & Enrichment programs.00:00 Meet Julie Diana Hench00:05 Three Programs Explained01:00 Origins of the School02:49 Mission and Leadership04:50 Inside the Company05:38 Auditions and Training07:34 Shows and Community Events10:04 Classes for Everyone11:42 Access and Enrichment Impact14:59 Nonprofit Structure and Board16:39 Jobs Volunteers and Live Music19:00 Why Dance Matters20:37 How to Support and Visit21:56 Locations and New Brunswick Performing Arts Center23:47 Trainee Program Rigors25:38 What's Next and Wrap Up

Interviews Editor Christopher Honey speaks with ballerina Dorothy A. Rogers-Walker about the language of dance. Dorothy A. Rogers-Walker is a classically trained ballerina and the artistic director of St. Mark's Dance Studio, where she has been a dedicated leader since 1983. She began as a substitute teacher and choreographer and now leads the studio while continuing to teach ballet and pointe.She trained at the Dance Theatre of Harlem and performed with Point Park University and the Capitol Ballet through the Jones-Haywood School of Ballet. She also served as Ballet Mistress for the St. Mark's Dance Company in Prague.

Send us Fan MailGuests - Robb Gibbs, Brittni Johnson, and Anonymous SubmissionsHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorTo close out Season 7 of Making the Impact, we are getting real about the often unspoken truths in the dance competition judging space. Veteran IDA judges Robb Gibbs and Brittni Johnson, as well as anonymous submissions from judges around the country, share what it can really be like during those long weekends behind the table. Spoiler alert - sometimes it's not pretty. This is the first episode of a two episode series, so stay tuned for part 2 releasing as a summer bonus episode in June!Topics Include:Discussing the reasons we love judging - and the reasons that it becomes harder and harder each seasonTravel nightmares and lodging snafus - all to save a dollarThe realities of trying to stay true to your values while adhering to company policiesHelp support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceRobb Gibbs - @robb.gibbsBrittni Johnson - @being_brittni, @alignment.in.danceCheck out our service: IDA Online Judge's CritiquesSend us a video of your dance and an IDA Judge will critique your routine! You can request a genre-specific specialty judge or add on 10 minutes of additional feedback. 24 hour rush delivery available! Submit your video now! Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show

Send us Fan MailHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorThat's a wrap on Season 7 of Making the Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast! Thank you to all our loyal listeners who have been here since the beginning for all your support, and to our new fans who have joined us this year! We can't wait to share season 8 with you - but for now, happy summer!MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Season 8 is scheduled to release on Thursday, September 3rd, 2026.Topics Include: Favorite episodes of Season 7 Info on summer bonus episodes What's new for Season 8Help support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceImpact Dance Adjudicators - @impactdanceadjudicators Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show

Sometimes you can get everything you want as a dancer, only to discover the reality is quite different from what you imagined it would be. In this episode, author and former dancer, Rym Kechacha, shares how that realization shaped her own journey, from early ballet training in London to dancing professionally with Northern Ballet, where touring life was both joyful and intensely demanding. She reflects on what it felt like to end her career as a dancer earlier than expected, and how that ending opened the door to a new creative identity. Rym traces her path into teaching, studying creative writing, and eventually publishing fiction, shaped by a lifelong love of books and fantasy. Our conversation explores her latest novel, The Apple and the Pearl, a ballet-inspired fantasy that captures both the beauty and cruelty of the stage world, blending realism with folkloric and fantastical elements. Thoughtful and candid about reinvention, artistry, and creative freedom, Rym offers her insights on what happens when one dream ends and another begins. Listen in for a rich discussion on dance, writing, and the stories that carry us forward! Key Points From This Episode: Rym's upbringing in London and her love of dance from a young age. How she persuaded her parents to let her attend ballet school at age 16. The demanding daily schedule of life at Central School of Ballet. Figuring out her plans after Ballet School and how her love of story ballets guided her. How she joined Northern Ballet and what it was like touring with the company. The serious impact of arts funding cuts and austerity measures in 2010. Losing her place at Northern Ballet: why it was both sad and liberating. What Rym did next in her career: travelling, au pairing, and becoming a teacher. How she rediscovered writing, earned her creative writing MA, and published her first novel.  Reflections on the challenges of publishing and how ballet prepares you for rejection. Her experience writing her latest book, The Apple and The Pearl, and how it relates to ballet. A closer look at her upcoming novels, from Algerian history to London folklore and fantasy. Rym Kechacha is a former dancer, now writer from London, UK.  For more on Rym & this episode: Movers & Shapers: A Dance Podcast Follow us on Instagram & Facebook  

RU400: NICOLAS BALLET & CARL ABRAHAMSSON ON SHOCK FACTORY: THE VISUAL CULTURE OF INDUSTRIAL MUSIC: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru400-shock-factory-with-nicolas Join Rendering Unconscious Podcast at Substack for all new and archival episodes: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com Rendering Unconscious welcomes Dr. Nicolas Ballet to the podcast! He's here to speak about his new book Shock Factory: The Visual Culture of Industrial Music (2025) with Carl Abrahamsson. This is the first crossover episode between Rendering Unconscious and An Art Apart. Enjoy! https://anartapart.substack.com/p/aaa-podcast-no-1-with-nicolas-ballet Rendering Unconscious episode 400. This episode is a crossover between Rendering Unconscious and An Art Apart, marking the 400th episode of Rendering Unconscious! The discussion centers on Nicolas' book Shock Factory, which explores the visual history of industrial music. Nicolas, a PhD in art history, delves into the intersections of industrial music with art, philosophy, and cultural movements. The book spans over 550 pages and has received positive feedback from readers and artists. The conversation also touches upon the influence of industrial culture, its relevance today, and the impact of artists like Throbbing Gristle and Coil. The episode concludes with Nicolas discussing his current projects and future plans. Nicolas Ballet, PhD is an art historian and associate curator in the New Media Department of the Musée national d'art moderne – Centre Pompidou, Paris, France. He is the author of Shock Factory: The Visual Culture of Industrial Music (Les Presses du réel, 2023; Intellect Books, 2025). https://www.nicolasballet.com/publications Follow him on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/ballet_nicolas/ RU News & Events: Sunday, June 7th, Emmalea Russo will continue her wildly popular series on poetry and psychoanalysis with REPETITION, RETURN, REBIRTH: On the psychoanalytic poetry of Cynthia Cruz and the Summer Solstice. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/renderingunconsciouscenterforpsychoanalysis/2152623 Saturday, June 13th, my Introduction to Psychoanalysis course continues! n the previous class, we reviewed Freud's later works, including Group Psychology and Civilization and its Discontents. In this next class, we'll be looking at Anna Freud, Melanie Klein, and the Controversial Discussions, as well as revolutionary psychoanalysts Wilhelm Reich and Otto Fenichel. On Wednesday, June 24th, join Freudian cinephile Mary Wild for The Man Who Fell Into Himself: David Bowie's 1970s Transformations. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-man-who-fell-into-himself-david-bowies-1970s-transformations-tickets-1986912621136 All paid subscribers to RU Center for Psychoanalysis will receive the zoom links to attend these events live and the recordings will be archived at Substack. https://rucenterforpsychoanalysis.substack.com Full archive of RU Center events and CLASSES HERE: https://rucenterforpsychoanalysis.substack.com/t/classes See RU Center SCHEDULE OF EVENTS HERE: https://rucenterforpsychoanalysis.substack.com/p/schedule Rendering Unconscious is also a book: Rendering Unconscious: Psychoanalytic Perspectives, Politics & Poetry vols 1:1 & 1:2 (Trapart Books, 2024): https://amzn.to/4sOqSEu Thank you for being a paid subscriber to Rendering Unconscious Podcast. It makes my work possible. If you are so far a free subscriber, thanks to you too. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to gain access to all the material on the site, including new, future, and archival podcast episodes. It's so important to maintain independent spaces free from censorship and corporate influence. If you are interested in pursuing psychoanalytic treatment with me, please feel free to contact me directly: www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ Thank You.

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Le succes exceptionnel du Ballet du Théâtre national slovaque au Théâtre Libre a Paris. La premiere de l'opéra de Mozart Les Noces de Figaro: commentaire de la musicologue Viera Polakovičová.

The event industry news podcast is sponsored by Present Communications. Present provides broadcast-quality live, hybrid and virtual event production trusted by organisations where reliability really matters — from corporate town halls and conferences to high-profile live streams. They design and deliver fully resilient systems that work first time. In this episode James Dixon interviews Ross Wheeler, Business Director and Head of Live at Imagination, about his unusual journey from training as a ballet dancer to leading global live event production. Ross explains how theatrical thinking informs creative event design, the importance of time and rehearsal for impactful experiences, and how client collaboration and trusted teams deliver ambitious projects for brands like Guinness and Land Rover. Ross also discusses talent development, the balance between creative instincts and formal qualifications, and Imagination's worldwide work. Find out more at imagination.com. This episode of the Event Industry News Podcast is sponsored by Present Communications. Present provides broadcast-quality live, hybrid and virtual event production, trusted by organisations where reliability really matters. From corporate town halls and conferences to high-profile live streams, they design and deliver fully resilient systems that work first time. To keep up to date with all the news, subscribe for free here. If you would like to take part in a podcast, then please complete our submission form.

Jera Wolfe is a Canadian dancer and choreographer whose world premiere mainstage production, Kismet, will open with The National Ballet of Canada later this month. Jera speaks with Tom Power about the themes of destiny and ambition in Kismet, what he looks for in the music he works with, and why it's okay if audiences don't fully “get” contemporary ballet.

Listen to Ballet Help Desk ad-free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BalletHelpDesk Does your dancer need elite training to have a shot at a top college? But what does elite actually mean? Is it competition wins? A company-affiliated school? The right summer intensives? And does the answer look the same whether your dancer is pursuing a BFA or a non-dance degree? College and career specialists Francisco Gella and Julie Friedrich of Francisco Gella Dance Works have guided hundreds of dancers down both routes. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation. In Part 1, we dig into the real differences between the BFA route and the academic route. We talk about why your school's college counselor may not understand this world and what "Olympic level" actually means when elite universities evaluate a dancer's background. We also look at why competition results carry less weight in academic admissions than many families expect, and a distinction that confuses a lot of families: the difference between a dance portfolio and a dance supplement, and what each one is actually for. The 2026 workshop schedule will be announced on or before August 1, 2026. If you are interested in receiving an announcement when registration for the Fall Virtual Workshops opens, please email collegeprep@franciscogelladance.com. Links: Summer Intensive Essentials Guide Buy Summer Corrections Journals Read Our Ballet School Summer & Year-Round Reviews Support Ballet Help Desk Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk TikTok: @BalletHelpDesk Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/new-future License code: MGAW5PAHYEYDQZCI

Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBalancedBallerina Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebalancedballerina Thank you for being here — and for being part of this evolving community.

Musicality is one of those qualities teachers ask for constantly, and yet almost never explain. "Be more musical. Feel the music. Let it move through you..." But what does that actually mean?In this episode, I'm back with Chelsea Weidmann, The Geeky Ballerina, as part of our ongoing series unpacking the elements of artistry she identified in her thesis on Artistry in Ballet. Today's topic: musicality — one of the most personal and most debated elements of all.In this episode we talk about whether musicality is something you're born with or something you can learn, why so many dancers can hear the music but struggle to translate it into their body (and why that's ok!) and Chelsea's clarifying framework for musicality (including elements like rhythm, tempo, dynamics, and more!)If you've ever been told to be more musical but had no idea where to start, this episode will give you a framework, a language, and some practical tools to actually get there.

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we took the most intense beginner ballet class in the world, we're trying to prevent alzheimers, and we're celebrating AAPI month! nami matcha ⭐️

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This week, we are off the couch and in the dojo on location at the National Wushu Training Center in Los Angeles with Wushu masters Coach Matt and Kenny Leu. We discuss all things wushu: what it is, the history, why you should do it, and how it can transform your life. Learn more at trainwushu.com or their IG and follow Coach Matt Osborne & the amazing Kenny Leu!Watch this ep on YouTube!

Tonight, your little one will join Kookai the baby pink koala, as she tiptoes into her very first ballet class and discovers that being brave can lead to something wonderful. With soothing rhymes, soft sounds and repetitions, your tots will sleep soundly through the night. Upgrade to Koala Tots Plus for uninterrupted ad-free listening, and access to bonus compilation episodes that will keep your little one sleeping all night long. It takes two taps ⭐️https://koalatots.supercast.com Please hit follow and leave us a review.

Send us Fan MailGuests - Summer Aiello & Shannon ThomasHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorOur final throwback episode is one for the dance moms out there! Being a dance parent requires learning a lot of new information, from theatre etiquette to competition structures. But one thing that's not covered in any studio handbook is how not to be a stage mom. Join studio owner Shannon Thomas and veteran dance mom Summer Aiello for this informative chat! This episode originally aired on March 24, 2022. Topics Include:Understanding boundaries between your dancer and your studio ownerLearning what is acceptable dance parent behaviorHow to stay involved without pushing limitsHelp support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceSummer @SummerbelliesShannon @legacydance386This episode is sponsored by:Check out our service: IDA Online Judge's CritiquesSend us a video of your dance and an IDA Judge will critique your routine! You can request a genre-specific specialty judge or add on 10 minutes of additional feedback. 24 hour rush delivery available! Submit your video now! Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show

Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBalancedBallerina Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebalancedballerina

Find out how John Tiberius Kirk - The Blu-Ray Bloodhound - and Shameful Steve first discovered this 'masterpiece' of horror! In the new Italian InCider we discuss Argento's landmark horror movie. We look at Italy in the 70s, examine the careers of Caludio Argento, Dario Nicolodi and Goblin, and dissect this hugely impressive new 4K UHD limited edition from Shameless and Cult HD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The traditional story of the ugly duckling is quite sad because the ugly duckling, which is just a cygnet, she got into the wrong nest, she's sort of just abandoned by the duck family, and we've changed that around because we wanted the message to be a bit different, so duck family embraces baby swan and I think it's so special and so relatable,” Assistant Artistic Director Madissen Fujimoto says.

Listen to Ballet Help Desk ad-free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BalletHelpDesk In this host-only episode, we draw on our combined years of navigating ballet summer intensives to break down how to make the most of every program -- for your dancer and for you. We talk through what to do before your dancer leaves, how to handle drop-off day, and what to expect once they're there. We also get into the stuff nobody warns you about: what a scholarship really signals, how to handle the tap-on-the-shoulder conversation about year-round enrollment, navigating roommate issues, and what to do if your kid gets in trouble -- and yes, we are speaking from experience on that last one. Links: Shop Summer Intensive Essentials Guide Buy Summer Corrections Journals Read Our Ballet School Summer & Year-Round Reviews Support Ballet Help Desk Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk TikTok: @BalletHelpDesk Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/new-future License code: MGAW5PAHYEYDQZCI

In this episode, I'm sharing some of my favorite ballet hacks — the tips, tricks, and discoveries that have made my life as an adult dancer easier and more comfortable.Some I figured out on my own, some were passed along by teachers or fellow dancers, and all of them are things I actually do/use and swear by, like:- The nipple cover situation no one talks about (and the product that finally solved it for me)- Using toe spacers in your ballet slippers (NOT just for pointe shoes) to reduce bunion discomfort- The waistband modifications that will change how you feel in your tights - How to turn convertible tights into stirrup tights so you can wear the brands you actually love- A simple spray that fixes heel slippage in pointe shoe (plus a bonus tip that makes it even more effective)- A hack for healthier, happier hair (while you dance) PRODUCTS MENTIONED

Live music by Mike Geary, who has a new EP out called Antebellum. Poison by acclaimed Dutch playwright Lot Vekemans is getting its Irish premiere and director Lianne O'Shea and actor Naoise Dunbar, who plays “He” join Rick in studio. Latin America's leading dance company, Ballet de Santiago brings its acclaimed production of Swan Lake to Dublin.

Send us Fan MailGuests - Lynne McNelis and Jennifer LobaitoHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 267 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, two former dancers join us to chat about what it's like to raise competitive dancers in this new era in the industry. From memories of "the good old days" to current challenges and joys, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Topics Include: The search for the right dance studio Differences between the old generation and the new generation of dancersSetting your dancer up for what success looks like for them using your knowledge of danceHelp support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceLynne McNelis - @lynnemcnelisJennifer Lobaito - @Dancefixwithjenn This episode is sponsored by:Check out our service: IDA Online Judge's CritiquesSend us a video of your dance and an IDA Judge will critique your routine! You can request a genre-specific specialty judge or add on 10 minutes of additional feedback. 24 hour rush delivery available! Submit your video now! Check out IDA affiliated competition True Dance Challenge! www.truedancechallenge.comJoin our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show

Jem delves into the art of Ballet and the film Black Swan.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever watched a duet or emotional contemporary routine that had beautiful technique and strong partnering… but somehow still didn't fully connect?In today's episode, Brittany breaks down one of the biggest storytelling mistakes dancers make in love story routines — only showing the heartbreak without ever showing the love first.From duets and trios to emotional solos, Brittany explains why audiences need moments of joy, connection, trust, or comfort in order to truly feel the heartbreak later in the dance. Without it, routines can start to feel confusing, one-dimensional, or emotionally disconnected — even when the choreography is strong.Inside this episode:• Why “angry the whole dance” doesn't work• The difference between a love story and a horror story• How one small smile can completely change a performance• Why emotional contrast creates stronger storytelling• How dancers can portray relationships without needing real-life experienceIf you want to improve your facials, storytelling, and emotional connection on stage, grab Brittany's FREE 5-Day Facials Challenge here:Free Facials ChallengeConfidence looks good on you.Support the showGot a question or story you'd like to share? Message me HERE, and your submission might even be featured in an upcoming episode!

Listen to Ballet Help Desk ad-free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BalletHelpDesk American Reportory Ballet Artistic Director Samantha Dunster and Executive Director Julie Diana Hench join us for a conversation that gets refreshingly honest about the post-graduate pipeline, the job market, and what it means to truly prepare dancers for professional life.  We dig into the structure of Princeton Ballet School from youngest students through the trainee program, how the school and company function as a single organization, and what actionable feedback actually looks like in practice. We also get into ARB2, the tricky math of a large trainee cohort and a tight job market, and a genuinely moving conversation about hunger, artistry, and what it means to inspire an audience. Links: Summer Intensive Essentials Guide Buy Summer Corrections Journals Read Our Ballet School Summer & Year-Round Reviews Support Ballet Help Desk Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk TikTok: @BalletHelpDesk Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/new-future License code: MGAW5PAHYEYDQZCI    

Leslie Short, host of Visibility Ultd. and Founder of The Cavu Group interviews ballet dancer Amar Smalls as he shares about his experiences with stereotypes and discrimination in ballet companies. They discussed how traditional ballet companies remain resistant to change, with limited opportunities for Black dancers beyond Alvin Ailey and Dance Theater Harlem, and how dancers often face pressure to maintain traditional styles while being penalized for speaking truthfully about their experiences. The conversation also covered how dance companies could better market their dancers as personalities rather than just performers, similar to how other entertainment industries promote their talent, and Amar's own business venture called Smalls Dance, which he created with his sister to provide opportunities for young dancers in Brooklyn.Ballet is a business!

If you have hyperextended knees, you've probably spent a lot of time in class feeling like your body is working against you. You get corrections like "straighten your legs" and no matter how hard you try, nothing seems to change. Closing in fifth without bending your knees feels impossible, your standing leg feels unstable, and nobody has ever actually explained why.In this episode, I'm joined by Shane Wuerthner, a former professional ballet dancer, who is now a ballet coach and the founder of Athletistry. And as someone with significant hypermobility in his own knees, Shane is not just talking theory here... He's lived it!We cover:What's actually happening in your body when you have hypermobile kneesThe proprioception piece, and why you might not be able to feel when your leg is actually straightClosing in fifth position: what's realistic, what's not, and how to find your version of itStability in your standing leg and what your foot connection has to do with itWhy cues like "pull up" and "engage your quads" often don't translate for hypermobile dancersHow to work with your hypermobility and maintain a healthy mindset!If you've ever felt frustrated or discouraged by your hypermobility, this episode is for you.CONNECT WITH SHANE

Send us Fan MailGuests - Carrie Euker, Holly GannettHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorToday's throwback episode takes us back to Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast's very first season! This episode features IDA judges Carrie Euker and Holly Gannett discussing ways to keep ballet fun, relevant and beloved in the dance competition world. This episode originally aired on March 30, 2020.Topics Include: Ideas for keeping ballet class interesting What judges look for in a ballet competition routine How ballet can benefit other styles of danceHelp support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceCarrie Euker - @CMEuker Holly Gannett - @Hollcoll77This episode is sponsored by:The DanceOne Summit The premier event for dance teachers and studio owners to unite. share. inspire! This summer in New York City - August 13-16th, 2026.Register now for $100 off using promo code: DOS26IMPACT Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show

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