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Art or practice of designing sequences of movements of physical bodies

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Pop Culture Retrospective
#112 - ‘80s and '90s music videos featuring warehouses & scaffolding.

Pop Culture Retrospective

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 35:40


Send us a textThank you for tuning in!  On today's episode, we are taking a look back at some infamous music videos from the 1980s and 1990s that feature warehouses and scaffolding as the setting.  I realize this episode is a bit niche, but I think you will appreciate the focus on some memorable music videos.  This episode is marked as explicit because I quote a few lyrics from Queen Latifah's song UNITY which has some adult language in it.I mentioned my recent guest appearance on an awesome podcast called "Pop Culture Reflections."  You can find this show here.If you love listening to music from the 80s and 90s, as well as podcasts related to pop culture during these fabulous decades, check out the app Q106.5.  There you will find links to my show and many other awesome podcasts, as well as the ability to listen to some tunes from yesteryear :)I also referenced a few of my older episodes on this one:Learn about Madonna's incredible rise to fame here.Learn about Michael Bolton and why he is such an icon here.Support the showVisit: https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/ for all things Pop Culture Retrospective! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popcultureretrospective/ Follow me on Twitter!: https://twitter.com/PopCultureRetroReview the show! https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/reviews/new/Pop Culture Retrospective Merch!: https://pop-culture-retrospective-pod.myspreadshop.com/allEmail me anytime: amy@popcultureretrospective.com

From Pain to Possibility
Teaching Shapes vs. Teaching Change: The Hidden Limits of Choreography | #344

From Pain to Possibility

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 16:55


In this episode of From Pain to Possibility, I explore the real difference between teaching choreography and teaching movement — and why that shift is essential if you want to help people truly reduce pain. Choreography gives structure, predictability, and confidence, but it teaches shapes rather than change. When we rely on set sequences and perfect cues, we can miss the compensations, gripping, and breath-holding patterns that keep people stuck, even if their poses look "right." I share why choreography is a helpful starting point, but not the path to sustainable healing, clarity, or nervous system trust. I also walk through what happens when we step beyond choreography and into perception, awareness, and real-time listening. This is where we start seeing how people are actually moving — not just what they're performing. When teachers release the need for a preset plan, they begin to see the room differently, cue differently, and help students reorganize movement at a deeper level. This is the doorway to genuine strength, ease, propulsion, and long-lasting change.

Arik Korman
Amanda Morgan and Christopher D'Ariano on the Ballet World and AfterTime

Arik Korman

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 29:38


Choreographers and Pacific Northwest Ballet Dancers Amanda Morgan and Christopher D'Ariano discuss how they decided to become professional dancers, how much of dance is drive versus talent, and how we can encourage our kids to pursue their dreams. Their new work, AfterTime, has its world premiere this weekend to kick off PNB's In the Upper Room repertory program. Info at PNB.org

Post Credit Scene
S4 | EP40: BLIND MOVIE RANKING ft. Jamaal Burkmar | From Choreography to Film Commentary!

Post Credit Scene

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 101:23


This week on The Post Credit Scene Podcast, Huss, Gaz, and Bisola are joined by Jamaal Burkmar, award-winning choreographer and fast-rising film & TV commentator, who only started his content creation journey this year!The crew take on a blind movie ranking challenge where Producer Khiz throws out random films, and everyone must instantly rank them into one of four categories: GOAT

New Books Network
Janice Ross "The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design" (Oxford UP, 2025)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 56:41


The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design (Oxford UP, 2025) explores how objects and the domestic spaces seep into the aesthetic consciousness of movement-based artists, like dancers and urban designers, significantly shaping their approach to movement invention and choreography. If these objects and spaces happen to have been designed by a leading modernist architect and landscape designer working with the dancer, then the aesthetic imprint is amplified. Dance innovation becomes pressed into dialogue with spatial, environmental, and urban agendas. The Choreography of Environments builds on this premise to consider the use of ordinary objects from a private residence as lenses into viewing dance innovation. Author Janice Ross posits the Halprins' 1950s iconic mid-century modern home and expansive outdoor dance deck as a hidden archive. She explores four objects from their house and gardens -- staircase, deck, chair, and window -- to trace how, despite the conservative postwar climate, this intimate domestic space became a radical template reshaping postmodern dance invention and its expansion into civic, social, and environmental engagement in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The work that happened in this white, middle class, Jewish-American home in a San Francisco suburb paved the way for changes that continue to resonate today across contemporary dance, performance, and urban design. These include: defamiliarizing urban landscape and gardens as cloistered theaters where civic identities are rehearsed, orchestrating collective problem solving and invention, normalizing the nude body, privileging a utilitarian and responsive rather than sentimental approach to dance in the environment, and re-positioning choreography as a vital medium for urban problem solving. These four representative objects in the Halprin home are also used to trace the burgeoning of dance as a forceful medium for civic engagement, and its valorization of the ordinary in movement. As a whole, this book shows how dance, architecture, and landscape design would have a profound confluence through these shared domestic spaces and objects of the Halprins' lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

China Global
The Fourth Plenum: Decoding China's Roadmap to 2030

China Global

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 30:15


From October 20-23, the Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party held its Fourth Plenum in Beijing, marking an important moment as the Party sets the direction for China's development for the next five years. The session adopted recommendations for the 15th Five-Year Plan, endorsing Xi Jinping's goals of high-quality development, scientific and technological self-reliance, and strengthening national security in response to rising global instabilities. The Central Committee also announced the replacement of 11 members, the highest personnel turnover since 2017 amid an ongoing anti-corruption purge in the military. To discuss the plenum's outcomes, we are joined by Jonathan Czin. Jonathan is a leading expert on Chinese politics and foreign policy. He holds the Michael H. Armacost Chair in Foreign Policy Studies and is a fellow in the John L. Thornton China Center at the Brookings Institution. He previously led the intelligence community's analysis of Chinese politics and policy making at the CIA and also spent two years as director for China at the National Security Council during the Biden administration.  Timestamps:  [00:00] Start  [01:36] Why the Fourth Plenum Matters  [03:37] Key Takeaways: Policy Continuity and Political Purges  [05:07] Zhang Shengmin and Xi Jinping's Military Ambitions  [09:23] Signals and Adjustments in Economic Planning  [11:56] Previewing the 15th Five-Year Plan  [13:33] Xi Jinping's Growing Confidence  [17:42] Political Messaging and Choreography  [20:21] Language in the Communique: “Strategic Resolve”  [22:28] What to Expect from the Xi-Trump Summit  [26:38] Is Beijing Worried the Summit Could Backfire? 

The Spill
MORNING TEA: Travis Kelce's On-Field Choreography & Kim K's Lube Emergency

The Spill

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 5:18 Transcription Available


This morning's tea is piping and ready to pour! Whether you're into musicals, hot footballers or lubricant and latex (it's relevant, I swear), we've got something for you this morning x ☕ Wicked Fans UNITE! We've got a special coming! ☕ Family news for Chris Evans☕ Travis Kelce's unofficial backing dancer audition☕ Kim Kardashian borrows lube from an unexpected source Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer School
Directing, Shooting, and Dreaming Bigger with Tiana Michele

Summer School

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 52:02


This week I'm joined by New York based photographer and director Tiana Michele, whose creative journey perfectly blends art, risk-taking, and reinvention.We met at Nikon's Creator Camp in Utah, and I was instantly drawn to her work and the way she tells stories through both photo and film. In this episode, we dive into how she transitioned from weddings to directing short films, the beauty of collaboration, and what it really looks like to keep evolving as an artist.Meet TianaTiana is a Sierra Leonean-American photographer, director, and writer based in New York City. She has a BFA in Dance Performance & Choreography. She began taking photos in 2020, during the pandemic after taking a break from dance immediately after graduating. She works with film and digital format and much of her personal work is inspired by things happening in the world around us with an emphasis in feminism, fashion, movement, and things she has dealt with personally as a third culture woman of color. Her most recent notable work in film is her directorial debut Manspread.Connect with Tiana:Website: tianamichelephoto.comInstagram and TikTok: @bytianamichele Connect with Me:Subscribe to our emails for updates on all things Summer School!SUBSCRIBE HEREShow Notes: the-summerschool.comInstagram: @summergrace.photo  @the_summerschool Shop My Products:Become a Member of Summer SchoolMy Summer Grace x G-Presets (discount code: SUMMERSCHOOL)My Pricing Guide

New Books in Dance
Janice Ross "The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design" (Oxford UP, 2025)

New Books in Dance

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 56:41


The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design (Oxford UP, 2025) explores how objects and the domestic spaces seep into the aesthetic consciousness of movement-based artists, like dancers and urban designers, significantly shaping their approach to movement invention and choreography. If these objects and spaces happen to have been designed by a leading modernist architect and landscape designer working with the dancer, then the aesthetic imprint is amplified. Dance innovation becomes pressed into dialogue with spatial, environmental, and urban agendas. The Choreography of Environments builds on this premise to consider the use of ordinary objects from a private residence as lenses into viewing dance innovation. Author Janice Ross posits the Halprins' 1950s iconic mid-century modern home and expansive outdoor dance deck as a hidden archive. She explores four objects from their house and gardens -- staircase, deck, chair, and window -- to trace how, despite the conservative postwar climate, this intimate domestic space became a radical template reshaping postmodern dance invention and its expansion into civic, social, and environmental engagement in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The work that happened in this white, middle class, Jewish-American home in a San Francisco suburb paved the way for changes that continue to resonate today across contemporary dance, performance, and urban design. These include: defamiliarizing urban landscape and gardens as cloistered theaters where civic identities are rehearsed, orchestrating collective problem solving and invention, normalizing the nude body, privileging a utilitarian and responsive rather than sentimental approach to dance in the environment, and re-positioning choreography as a vital medium for urban problem solving. These four representative objects in the Halprin home are also used to trace the burgeoning of dance as a forceful medium for civic engagement, and its valorization of the ordinary in movement. As a whole, this book shows how dance, architecture, and landscape design would have a profound confluence through these shared domestic spaces and objects of the Halprins' lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/performing-arts

New Books in Architecture
Janice Ross "The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design" (Oxford UP, 2025)

New Books in Architecture

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 56:41


The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design (Oxford UP, 2025) explores how objects and the domestic spaces seep into the aesthetic consciousness of movement-based artists, like dancers and urban designers, significantly shaping their approach to movement invention and choreography. If these objects and spaces happen to have been designed by a leading modernist architect and landscape designer working with the dancer, then the aesthetic imprint is amplified. Dance innovation becomes pressed into dialogue with spatial, environmental, and urban agendas. The Choreography of Environments builds on this premise to consider the use of ordinary objects from a private residence as lenses into viewing dance innovation. Author Janice Ross posits the Halprins' 1950s iconic mid-century modern home and expansive outdoor dance deck as a hidden archive. She explores four objects from their house and gardens -- staircase, deck, chair, and window -- to trace how, despite the conservative postwar climate, this intimate domestic space became a radical template reshaping postmodern dance invention and its expansion into civic, social, and environmental engagement in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The work that happened in this white, middle class, Jewish-American home in a San Francisco suburb paved the way for changes that continue to resonate today across contemporary dance, performance, and urban design. These include: defamiliarizing urban landscape and gardens as cloistered theaters where civic identities are rehearsed, orchestrating collective problem solving and invention, normalizing the nude body, privileging a utilitarian and responsive rather than sentimental approach to dance in the environment, and re-positioning choreography as a vital medium for urban problem solving. These four representative objects in the Halprin home are also used to trace the burgeoning of dance as a forceful medium for civic engagement, and its valorization of the ordinary in movement. As a whole, this book shows how dance, architecture, and landscape design would have a profound confluence through these shared domestic spaces and objects of the Halprins' lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/architecture

New Books in Urban Studies
Janice Ross "The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design" (Oxford UP, 2025)

New Books in Urban Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 56:41


The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design (Oxford UP, 2025) explores how objects and the domestic spaces seep into the aesthetic consciousness of movement-based artists, like dancers and urban designers, significantly shaping their approach to movement invention and choreography. If these objects and spaces happen to have been designed by a leading modernist architect and landscape designer working with the dancer, then the aesthetic imprint is amplified. Dance innovation becomes pressed into dialogue with spatial, environmental, and urban agendas. The Choreography of Environments builds on this premise to consider the use of ordinary objects from a private residence as lenses into viewing dance innovation. Author Janice Ross posits the Halprins' 1950s iconic mid-century modern home and expansive outdoor dance deck as a hidden archive. She explores four objects from their house and gardens -- staircase, deck, chair, and window -- to trace how, despite the conservative postwar climate, this intimate domestic space became a radical template reshaping postmodern dance invention and its expansion into civic, social, and environmental engagement in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The work that happened in this white, middle class, Jewish-American home in a San Francisco suburb paved the way for changes that continue to resonate today across contemporary dance, performance, and urban design. These include: defamiliarizing urban landscape and gardens as cloistered theaters where civic identities are rehearsed, orchestrating collective problem solving and invention, normalizing the nude body, privileging a utilitarian and responsive rather than sentimental approach to dance in the environment, and re-positioning choreography as a vital medium for urban problem solving. These four representative objects in the Halprin home are also used to trace the burgeoning of dance as a forceful medium for civic engagement, and its valorization of the ordinary in movement. As a whole, this book shows how dance, architecture, and landscape design would have a profound confluence through these shared domestic spaces and objects of the Halprins' lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Conversation: An OUP Podcast
Janice Ross "The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design" (Oxford UP, 2025)

In Conversation: An OUP Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 56:41


The Choreography of Environments: How the Anna and Lawrence Halprin Home Transformed Contemporary Dance and Urban Design (Oxford UP, 2025) explores how objects and the domestic spaces seep into the aesthetic consciousness of movement-based artists, like dancers and urban designers, significantly shaping their approach to movement invention and choreography. If these objects and spaces happen to have been designed by a leading modernist architect and landscape designer working with the dancer, then the aesthetic imprint is amplified. Dance innovation becomes pressed into dialogue with spatial, environmental, and urban agendas. The Choreography of Environments builds on this premise to consider the use of ordinary objects from a private residence as lenses into viewing dance innovation. Author Janice Ross posits the Halprins' 1950s iconic mid-century modern home and expansive outdoor dance deck as a hidden archive. She explores four objects from their house and gardens -- staircase, deck, chair, and window -- to trace how, despite the conservative postwar climate, this intimate domestic space became a radical template reshaping postmodern dance invention and its expansion into civic, social, and environmental engagement in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The work that happened in this white, middle class, Jewish-American home in a San Francisco suburb paved the way for changes that continue to resonate today across contemporary dance, performance, and urban design. These include: defamiliarizing urban landscape and gardens as cloistered theaters where civic identities are rehearsed, orchestrating collective problem solving and invention, normalizing the nude body, privileging a utilitarian and responsive rather than sentimental approach to dance in the environment, and re-positioning choreography as a vital medium for urban problem solving. These four representative objects in the Halprin home are also used to trace the burgeoning of dance as a forceful medium for civic engagement, and its valorization of the ordinary in movement. As a whole, this book shows how dance, architecture, and landscape design would have a profound confluence through these shared domestic spaces and objects of the Halprins' lives.

Kinetic Conversations with the Fort Wayne Ballet

Fort Wayne Ballet welcomes you to its 69th season! Jim Sparrow and Karen Gibbons-Brown get down to it, filling us in on the ins and outs of the new season lineup: particularly the harrowing Halloween happenings of our Tales In the Dark performances.

City Ballet The Podcast
Episode 149: Rosin Box: Inspiration and Motivation

City Ballet The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 54:13


Hosts Claire Kretzschmar and Soloist Aarón Sanz are back for another cozy conversation around The Rosin Box. This week, they're joined by Soloist Alexa Maxwell and Principal Dancer Gilbert Bolden III, who have plenty to share about inspiration and motivation, whether for their daily practice, during repetitive performance periods, amidst injuries and other challenges, and beyond. Alexa shares that it's all about the music—she's a "classical music girly"—and that she likes to bunhead out as she's learning a new role; for Gilbert, new audience members, quiet instances of beauty in his everyday life, and cherished passages in well-known ballets can help sustain his art. As all four dancers agree, "If you're open to it, you can be inspired all the time." (54:13) Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: "Je ne t'aime plus" by Pink Martini Courtesy of Pink Martini & Heinz Records

Kinetic Conversations with the Fort Wayne Ballet

In this special episode, Jim sits down with Youth Company Director Raleigh Sparrow to discuss Fort Wayne Ballet's Family Series shows for the 2025-26 season. First up is Spooky Kooky, this Saturday!

Ballet Help Desk
PNB's Eva Stone on Shaping the Next Generation of Female Choreographers

Ballet Help Desk

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 84:01 Transcription Available


Eva Stone believes every young woman in ballet should learn to choreograph, and she is on a mission to make that happen. In this episode, the Pacific Northwest Ballet faculty member shares why she sees choreography as essential to developing artistic confidence, voice, and agency in female dancers. She talks about her New Voices program, which gives young women the opportunity to create their own work, and how the experience transforms the way they approach dance, creativity, and leadership. Eva also reflects on her own unconventional path to PNB, the importance of building resilience through rejection, and why empowering dancers to think and create for themselves is key to the future of ballet. Learn more about Eva on her website. Links: Shop Our Back to Dance Guide Buy Corrections Journals Support Ballet Help Desk Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk TikTok: @BalletHelpDesk

The Background Dancer
Putting My Heels Down | Kara Tatelbaum

The Background Dancer

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 68:40


It takes a true dreamer to become a dancer, but grit and a bit of luck are often necessary to navigate this challenging world and bring that dream to life. Many dancers know the feeling—when everything seems to be falling into place, the universe can throw unexpected hurdles your way. That's been my own experience, and it's part of why Putting My Heels Down struck such a deep chord with me. Kara Tatelbaum is a multifaceted dancer, choreographer, teacher, coach, writer, and caregiver who brings her whole self into everything she does. She has built a remarkable career performing and teaching in NYC and abroad, earning her BFA in Dance from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and an MFA in Choreography from SUNY Purchase. Early encouragement from her teachers led Kara to choreograph at a young age, eventually founding her own company, *independentdancemaker | Kara Tatelbaum, in 2000. Her work has been showcased at numerous venues, including DanceNow/NYC, the Gibney Center, Joyce SoHo, and internationally at the Shanghai Expo.In this episode, I dive into my first-ever book review as we explore the incredible journey of New York's own Kara Tatelbaum, who beautifully intertwines her personal story with universal experiences in a captivating read for dancers of all ages and backgrounds.. Welcome to Episode 4 of Season 3, Putting My Heels Down.Kara TatelbaumPutting My Heels DownBook ReviewSoundtracks:Birds - Tyler Twombly Poison Ivy Yard Work - Uncle Milk6:00 - DarkSunn Support the showLike our offers? S2 Summer SALE! Check out our new Dance Masterclass YouTube review Sign up for Dance Masterclass Choreographing Your Dance Career by Janaea Rose Lyn Try Nord VPN Like what we do? Help us grow by Visiting The Background Dancer YouTube Channel Rate and review here Email me at backgrounddancer.jy@gmail.com Answer a survey Sign up here to receive future updates Leave a thought on Facebook and Instagram Join the Facebook group and introduce yourself as a member of our community

Ballet Help Desk
Dancer Stories: Daria Breslin on Resilience and the Realities of Ballet

Ballet Help Desk

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 79:24 Transcription Available


Dancer Daria Breslin shares her path from early training in Maryland to professional life with City Ballet of San Diego. She talks about the lessons learned at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and Nashville Ballet, the importance of mentorship and community, and the realities of auditions and feedback. Daria's story offers an honest look at what it takes to stay grounded, grow as an artist, and find your place in the ballet world.  Learn more about Daria on her Instagram: @daria.ballerina18/ Links: Shop Our Back to Dance Guide Buy Corrections Journals Support Ballet Help Desk Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk TikTok:  Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/new-future License code: MGAW5PAHYEYDQZCI

Wrestling with the Willey’s
AEW's All Out 2025: A Deep Dive

Wrestling with the Willey’s

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 82:12


SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling with the Willeys, the hosts discuss the recent AEW pay-per-view, All Out, analyzing various matches and the overall storytelling within the promotion. They express disappointment in certain match outcomes, particularly Eddie Kingston's return and the portrayal of the Hurt Syndicate. The conversation also highlights the selling abilities of Mercedes Mone and the challenges faced by smaller wrestlers like Riho. The hosts reflect on the similarities between current wrestling dynamics and past eras, emphasizing the need for better character development and match pacing. In this episode, the hosts delve into various aspects of wrestling, focusing on match dynamics, character development, and the impact of factions in AEW. They analyze specific matches, including a coffin match and a women's championship bout, while discussing the implications of storylines and character arcs. The conversation also touches on the quality of tag team matches and the main event, highlighting the evolution of wrestlers and their performances. Overall, the discussion provides insights into the current state of wrestling and the direction of various storylines.TakeawaysThe length of matches in AEW can be excessive and unnecessary.The storytelling in AEW often mirrors past wrestling eras, leading to predictable outcomes.Eddie Kingston's return was underwhelming and lacked impact.The Hurt Syndicate's portrayal has become stale and lacks the intended intimidation.Mercedes Mone's selling ability is unmatched among female wrestlers.The size difference in matches can lead to disbelief in outcomes.The importance of character development in wrestling storylines cannot be overstated.Fans often compare current wrestling dynamics to past eras, highlighting similarities and differences.The execution of moves and match pacing can significantly affect viewer engagement.Wrestling promotions need to balance storytelling with the physicality of matches. Choreography enhances match quality and wrestler performance.Character development is crucial for engaging storylines.Factions can significantly impact the dynamics of matches.Title controversies often arise from poor storytelling.Women's wrestling is evolving with more significant matches.Tag team matches need to innovate to stay fresh.Main events should showcase the best of wrestling talent.Blood in matches can detract from the overall experience.Wrestlers' transitions and timing are key to match enjoyment.The audience's perception of wrestlers can change based on their story arcs.Sound bites"Filler, just filler.""She'd be a filler.""The wrong person won."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Appearance02:53 Kickoff Show Matches and AEW's Current State05:46 Adam Copeland vs. Christian Cage: A Familiar Finish08:45 The Impact of Beth Phoenix's Arrival11:44 Eddie Kingston's Return and Match Performance14:35 Comparing Tag Teams and Wrestling Dynamics22:12 Match Highlights and Personal Favorites27:09 Character Dynamics and Storytelling in Wrestling34:49 Women's Wrestling: Size and Skill Dynamics41:39 Selling in Wrestling: The Art of Performance42:53 Wrestling Dynamics and Character Development44:40 Title Controversies and Match Outcomes47:13 Factions and Storyline Progressions57:09 Women's Championship Match Analysis01:00:13 Backstage Politics and Future Prospects01:00:49 The Impact of Ego in Wrestling01:05:27 Consequences of Injury and Career Risks01:07:30 Wrestling Contracts and Unionization01:13:54 Match Dynamics and Predictability01:17:51 Main Event Highlights and Future Predictions

Belly Dance Life
Ep 345. Elen Chikhladze: What Separates Advanced Dancers from Truly Professional

Belly Dance Life

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 89:40


Elen Oriental (Elen Chikhladze) is a Georgian choreographer and dance instructor from Tbilisi, specializing in oriental dance since 2002. Beginning her artistic journey at the School for Athletic Fine Arts and later the Department of World National Dances, she graduated with honors from the College of Choreography and the N. Pridonishvili School of Popular Dance in 2001. As President of the International Association of Oriental Dance in Georgia and founder of her own belly dance school, Elen emphasizes the historical depth, elegance, and physical artistry of the dance. Her teaching method combines elements of gymnastics, yoga, and dance to strengthen muscles and joints while fostering psychological readiness, enabling students to master the demanding yet captivating techniques of oriental dance.In this episode you will learn about:- The danger, stigma, and literal risks of working as a belly dancer in Georgia during the chaotic post-Soviet years.- How Elen fought back against prejudice by going on national TV, writing in magazines, and reframing Oriental dance as an art form.- The story behind her iconic Arabic–Spanish fusion pieces, why they made audiences cry, and why she later chose to move beyond them.- The critical difference between “advanced” and truly “professional” dancers.- Why she insists on studying with Egyptian teachers rather than chasing festival choreographies.Show Notes to this episode:Find Elen Chikhladze on Instagram, and FB. Follow Iana on Instagram, FB, and Youtube . Check out her online classes and intensives at the Iana Dance Club.Find information on how you can support Ukraine and Ukrainian belly dancers HERE.Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcast

Tore Says Show
Mon 29 Sep, 2025: Truth Chorus - Endorsement Funding - Flaunting Proximity - Left Tolerance - Citizen Creators - Bibi Spectacle - War Apex

Tore Says Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 121:27


Within the larger pageant, seeing the funding sources of the various factions explains a lot. Is the uniparty staging a fake budget fight? It's all intended to pass their preferred version of the budget. Yes, this means big funding. Posturing and blowing minds. Some people crave being close to fame. Let them think they hurt you. Andrew Breitbart speaks. The absurd inflated concepts of the left. They use false and fake insinuations of racism. And they try to sequester leadership. Anyone can step forward and start a broadcast these days. Each of us brings our own perspective. Authenticity results in power. When the intimidation has melted away, it only leaves courage. Real people are changing history and the big influencers don't matter. Choreography happening for years is now visible. Prosecutions, resignations and a reckoning. Shifting the architecture of accountability. The spectacle of power can be it's undoing. Civility in rhetoric also covers up abuse. We should only be supporting the USA. Pretending Israel is a victim is about Congress getting paid. Even the corrupt people are sometimes useful. There is a lot going on right now, so watch carefully. And let's thank God that we're truly able to see.

City Ballet The Podcast
Episode 148: New Combinations: Jamar Roberts

City Ballet The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 33:43


Associate Artistic Director and host Wendy Whelan is back for another enlightening New Combinations conversation. This week, she's joined by choreographer Jamar Roberts, whose newest work for the company will premiere during the Fall Fashion Gala on October 8, timing he describes as "full-circle," considering his own forays into fashion design. His collaboration with designer Iris van Herpen has been uniquely fruitful, as well as his selection of music by Arca, with both informing this ballet that speaks to the times—"but dance," he adds, referring to the joy and beauty the work also inspires. (33:43)  Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: "Sisyphus" by Andrew Wegman Bird Wixen Music Publishing, Inc. as agent for Muffet Music Co

Jason & Alexis
9/26 FRI HOUR 2: Some choreography tips to help us with PDD: Dance, Priscilla Presley interview insights, the most popular Halloween candies, and who is rumored to play Voldemort?

Jason & Alexis

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 38:23


Some choreography tips to help us with PDD: Dance, Priscilla Presley interview insights, the most popular Halloween candies, and who is rumored to play Voldemort? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

40 Plus: Real Men. Real Talk.
From Law School to Dance Stage: David Rousseve on Love, Loss, and Bold Artistic Journeys

40 Plus: Real Men. Real Talk.

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 38:08


In this episode, choreographer and dancer David Rousseve joins Rick to share his inspiring journey—from Princeton to law school to the dance stage. David opens up about the recent loss of his husband, his bold leap into the arts, and his upcoming performances in Pittsburgh and Los Angeles. Together, they explore themes of love, aging, resilience, and why following your passions is the boldest choice of all. In this episode you'll learn... How grief, resilience, and creativity can coexist and fuel self-expression. Why pursuing bold choices—at any stage of life—leads to true fulfillment. The power of art to create dialogue, connection, and meaning in community. About David David is a choreographer/writer/director/performer, Magna Cum Laude graduate of Princeton University and a Guggenheim Fellow. He is known for his dynamic, socially conscious dance/theater that uniquely blends contemporary dance, theater, and multimedia elements to create immersive and thought-provoking performances. His work draws inspiration from the stories of marginalized communities, as it explores complex themes related to identity, social justice, and human connection. Roussève founded the dance/theater company David Roussève/REALITY in 1988 in New York, and REALITY has since toured throughout the US, Europe, Great Britain and South America, including three commissions and four performance residencies at the Brooklyn Academy of Music's Next Wave Festival and two commissions and three performance residencies at Jacob's Pillow. Roussève's most recent short film screened at 56 festivals in eleven countries and received ten awards, including four for “Best Film”. Other awards include a “Bessie”, Creative Capital Fellowship, three Horton Awards, Herb Alpert Award in the Arts and seven consecutive NEA Fellowships. Roussève is Distinguished Professor of Choreography in the department of World Arts and Cultures/Dance at UCLA where he has also served as Associate Dean, Acting Dean, and Interim Dean of the School of the Arts and Architecture Connect With David Website Instagram Facebook Hey Guys, Check This Out! Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you're going to do, but never do? Then it's time to get real and figure out why. Join the 40 Plus: Gay Men Gay Talk, monthly chats. They happen the third Monday of each month at 5:00 pm Pacific - Learn More! Also, join our Facebook Community - 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk Community Break free of fears. Make bold moves. Live life without apologies

The Acrobatic Arts Podcast
Ep. 119 Behind the Lens: Capturing Dance + Acro with Rachel Bower

The Acrobatic Arts Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 25:00


From Acrobatic Arts' earliest days filming in Mandy Yip's living room to producing documentaries for the National Film Board of Canada, Rachel Bower has spent her career behind the lens capturing movement, passion, and human stories.In this episode, Rachel shares her journey from competitive baton twirling to professional videography, and the crucial role she played in building the Acrobatic Arts app.She offers insider tips on filming dance and acro, from planning and camera setups to capturing clean audio, managing media, and creating trust with dancers on set. Whether you're a dance teacher filming audition reels or a creative interested in visual storytelling, Rachel's wisdom and warmth will inspire you. About Rachel Bower Choosing subjects of deep personal interest and connection Rachel Bower has worked on documentaries in the Middle East, Africa, Ukraine, Romania, and North America. She has worked as a director, camera operator, and editor for the Outdoor Life Network, CBC and CTV. Rachel had directed and written 20 episodes for CBC's documentary series Land and Sea. She has produced, directed and written six episodes for the documentary series Our Community on AMI (Accessible Media Inc.). Rachel produced a series DISRUPT that showcases artists with disabilities. The series was recently renewed for a second season.Her independent documentaries have been screened at film festivals around the world. IN THE SAME BOAT and THE SINGING LUMBERJACK won best documentary at the Silver Wave Film Festival. MEET MAURICE CROSBY won best musical score at the British Documentary Film Festival. I AM SKYLAR won 6 short best documentary awards at various film festivals around the world. She created, developed, wrote and directed ACROSS AND DOWN for CBC's Passionate Eye, which won two Leo Awards for best short documentary and best sound. She produced, wrote and directed THE NOODLE GROUP for CBC's short docs, which is streaming on CBC Gem. Rachel was one of 25 crew members from across Canada to receive a scholarship to the Women in the Director's Chair program at the Banff Centre for the Arts. She was one of four directors chosen from Atlantic Canada to participate in the Director/Composer Mentorship Program though the Atlantic Canada Film Festival Association, the Guild of Canadian Film Composers and Symphony Nova Scotia. Rachel won a National Radio-Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) Dave Rogers Award for Best Short Feature and a Maritime Philanthropy Award Outstanding Special Event. Rachel Bower Productions: http://www.rachelbowerproductions.com If you'd like more amazing content more tips and ideas check out our Acrobatic Arts Channel on YouTube. Subscribe Now! Connect with Acrobatic Arts on your favourite social media platform: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acrobaticarts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Acroarts Twitter: https://twitter.com/acrobatic_arts/ Learn more and register for our programs at AcrobaticArts.com

Clare FM - Podcasts
Dances Like A Bomb By Junk Ensemble

Clare FM - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 6:05


Junk Ensemble present Dances Like a Bomb this Wednesday, the 24 September in Glór. Created by multi-award-winning dance innovators Junk Ensemble, Dances Like A Bomb is a powerful and uplifting duet that explores the complex terrain of ageing and care. Blending visceral imagery, movement, music, and text, the work reclaims the ageing body—exposing its strength, beauty, vulnerability, and humour. To find out more on Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Megan Kennedy who is involved with the Concept, Direction & Choreography. Photo (c) Garter Lane

City Ballet The Podcast
Episode 146: Hear the Dance: The Goldberg Variations (Part 1)

City Ballet The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 72:53


In a special two-part Hear the Dance Episode, host Silas Farley leads us on a wide-ranging discussion of Jerome Robbins' 1971 ballet The Goldberg Variations. In this first part, Farley is joined by former NYCB Dancer Bruce Wells, an original cast member, and current Principal Dancer Emilie Gerrity, one of the ballet's present-day interpreters. Wells shares the challenges Robbins faced after an injury forced him to choreograph from a wheelchair, as well as highlights from the year-long creative process. Gerrity describes the "class" section of this monumental ballet as "simple but beautiful," and recalls learning the work from original dancer Christine Redpath, among other memorable coaches. (1:12:53) Written by Silas Farley Edited by Emilie Silvestri MUSIC:  Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D major (1931) by Igor Stravinsky Aria with Variations in G, BWV 988 (1742), "The Goldberg Variations" by Johann Sebastian Bach All music performed by New York City Ballet Solo Pianist Susan Walters Quotations from the writings of Lincoln Kirstein are © 2019 by the New York Public Library (Astor, Lenox and Tilden Foundations) Reading List: Somewhere: The Life of Jerome Robbins by Amanda Vaill Jerome Robbins, by Himself: Selections from His Letters, Journals, Drawings, Photographs, and an Unfinished Memoir Edited and with Commentary by Amanda Vaill Bach: Music in the Castle of Heaven by John Eliot Gardiner Bach's Musical Universe: The Composer and His Work by Christoph Wolff Thirty Years: Lincoln Kirstein's The New York City Ballet by Lincoln Kirstein Repertory in Review: 40 Years of the New York City Ballet by Nancy Reynolds, with an Introduction by Lincoln Kirstein

City Ballet The Podcast
Episode 147: Hear the Dance: The Goldberg Variations (Part 2)

City Ballet The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 42:29


In the second part of this deep dive Hear the Dance discussion of Jerome Robbins' The Goldberg Variations, host Silas Farley is joined by former NYCB Dancers and current Repertory Directors Christine Redpath and Jean-Pierre Frohlich. Redpath, an original cast member of Goldberg, digs into Robbins' approach to the creation of this remarkably multi-faceted ballet, while Frohlich remembers the adjustments the choreographer made through the ensuing performances. Both talk about coaching Goldberg on today's company members and the ways in which the work has influenced the dancemakers of today. (42:29) Written by Silas Farley Edited by Emilie Silvestri MUSIC: Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D major (1931) by Igor Stravinsky Aria with Variations in G, BWV 988 (1742), "The Goldberg Variations" by Johann Sebastian Bach All music performed by New York City Ballet Solo Pianist Susan Walters Quotations from the writings of Lincoln Kirstein are © 2019 by the New York Public Library (Astor, Lenox and Tilden Foundations) Reading List: Somewhere: The Life of Jerome Robbins by Amanda Vaill Jerome Robbins, by Himself: Selections from His Letters, Journals, Drawings, Photographs, and an Unfinished Memoir Edited and with Commentary by Amanda Vaill Bach: Music in the Castle of Heaven by John Eliot Gardiner Bach's Musical Universe: The Composer and His Work by Christoph Wolff Thirty Years: Lincoln Kirstein's The New York City Ballet by Lincoln Kirstein Repertory in Review: 40 Years of the New York City Ballet by Nancy Reynolds, with an Introduction by Lincoln Kirstein

Dance Colleges and Careers
#76: Choreography Made Simple: How to Learn Dances Quickly

Dance Colleges and Careers

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 16:41 Transcription Available


Do you ever feel like everyone around you picks up choreography faster than you? It's frustrating, embarrassing, and can leave you spiraling with self-doubt. I know, because I've been there.In today's episode of Dance Colleges and Careers, we're diving into how to pick up choreography faster—and it's not about talent, it's about strategy. From food and hydration, to self-talk, to finding patterns in the music, I'll walk you through the practical tools that help dancers of any age learn choreography more quickly and confidently.You'll learn:Why fueling your body (food + water) is step one to focus.How positive self-talk can change your learning speed.The importance of spotting patterns in movement and music.Why muscle memory only works if you go full out.How to decode your teacher's style into something your brain understands.The trick I use of “teaching myself” to lock it in.If you've ever left a class feeling lost while everyone else gets it, this episode will help you stop beating yourself up and start learning choreography smarter.

City Ballet The Podcast
Episode 145: Hear the Dance: Ballade

City Ballet The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 62:43


Hear the Dance host Silas Farley returns for a deep-dive discussion with former Principal Dancer Merrill Ashley and Repertory Director Glenn Keenan on George Balanchine's Ballade, a ballet returning to the NYCB stage after a hiatus of more than 20 years. Keenan shares that when she was a student at the School of American Ballet, Ashley's "humongous care and attention" as a teacher helped shape her approach to her current role, and that watching Ashley in the studio today has been both helpful and inspiring. Ashley recalls the surprise of learning that Balanchine had chosen to make this first work post-heart surgery on her; as he told her then, Ballade is "like skating," though she describes it as one of the most challenging ballets she ever performed. (1:02:43) Written by Silas Farley  Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D major (1931) by Igor Stravinsky Ballade for piano and orchestra, Op. 19 (1881) by Gabriel Fauré All music performed by the New York City Ballet Orchestra Reading List:  Dancing For Balanchine by Merrill Ashley Mr B: George Balanchine's 20th Century by Jennifer Homans Gabriel Fauré: A Musical Life by Jean-Michel Nectoux, Translated by Roger Nichols Dancing Across the Atlantic: USA – Denmark, 1900-2014 by Erik Aschengreen and Grete Hvam

Evil Thespian
David Roussève

Evil Thespian

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 44:54


David Roussève is a Guggenheim Fellow, magna cum laude Princeton graduate, and Distinguished Professor of Choreography at UCLA, whose work has travelled across the US, Europe, South America, and Great Britain, including major commissions by BAM's Next Wave Festival and Jacob's Pillow. He's received top honors such as the "Bessie" Award, Creative Capital and Herb Alpert Awards, three Horton Awards, and many NEA Fellowships. In this episode, David Roussève joins us to unveil his first full-length solo piece in over 20 years—Becoming Daddy AF Becoming Daddy AF  intricately weaves personal and cultural narratives—revisiting 600 years of ancestry, a decades-long journey with HIV, and the profound loss of a partner—while interrogating identity, resilience, and the layers of selfhood as a queer African American artist. Roussève's perspective on legacy, mortality, and reimagining virtuosity at 64. Listen now to hear this exciting conversation on David's work as he creates dialogue around the nature of love, and the meaning of existence. Becoming Daddy AF  will be running September 26-27 at Kelly Strayhorn Theater in Pittsburgh and October 17-18 at The Nimoy, UCLA's Center for the Art of Performance in Los Angeles.Visit David's Website HERE to learn more!

I Am Home podcast
How Memphis Cantu broke dance barriers at UNT

I Am Home podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 33:27


On this week's episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler and Hilary are joined by Memphis Cantu, a dynamic member of the University of North Texas Pom & Dance team and a Visual Arts student with a flair for choreography. Memphis shares insights into the physical and creative demands of collegiate dance, the balance between art and athletics, and the personal inspirations that fuel his performance and style (including his cat Malachi!) The episode explores Memphis's upbringing, creative journey, and approach to home design, bringing humor, energy, and heart to the conversation. This episode highlights individuality, artistic passion, and the power of creating a home that reflects who you are. Resources: nfm.com/podcast

City Ballet The Podcast
Episode 144: New Combinations: Heatscape

City Ballet The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 37:10


A brand-new season of City Ballet The Podcast launches today with a fresh New Combinations conversation between Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan and Resident Choreographer Justin Peck. Commissioned by Miami City Ballet a decade ago, Peck is in the midst of rehearsing his Heatscape for its NYCB stage debut, with the help of original dancers and coaches Michael Sean Breeden, Patricia Delgado, and Jeannette Delgado. He shares what drew him to Bohuslav Martinů's Piano Concerto No. 1, a piece that both references earlier works and prefigures musical changes to come—an interesting parallel to Peck's Miami-inspired choreography and collaboration with artist Shepard Fairey on the ballet's scintillating backdrop. (37:09) Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: "Sisyphus" by Andrew Wegman Bird Wixen Music Publishing, Inc. as agent for Muffet Music Co

Intangiblia™
The Legal Salsa: Protecting Dance One Step at a Time

Intangiblia™

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 25:47 Transcription Available


Choreography copyright exists in a fascinating legal gray area where cultural ownership and legal protection often clash. When Alfonso Ribeiro attempted to claim rights to his iconic "Carlton Dance" from Fresh Prince of Bel-Air after Fortnite used it as a purchasable emote, his case was dismissed because the Copyright Office deemed the routine "too simple" - just three basic dance steps without sufficient originality. This ruling sparked crucial conversations about what makes dance protectable.The landscape shifted dramatically when choreographer Kyle Hanagami sued Epic Games over a four-count hook from his registered routine appearing in Fortnite. When the Ninth Circuit reversed an initial dismissal in 2023, they delivered a game-changing perspective: "Reducing choreography to isolated poses is like reducing music to single notes." This recognition that even short sequences could embody original expression opened new possibilities for dancers seeking protection.We explore how this legal evolution continues with Kelly Heyer's ongoing battle against Roblox for monetizing her viral "Apple Dance" without permission. With platforms earning substantial revenue from choreographic content, questions of fair compensation and proper licensing have never been more urgent. Meanwhile, international cases reveal how different jurisdictions approach dance protection - from China's rejection of single-pose copyright to Brazil's emphasis on proving tangible harm.Through these stories, we distill five crucial principles governing choreography copyright: basic movements remain freely available to all; originality exists in arrangement rather than individual steps; even short sequences can qualify for protection if distinctive enough; evidence of harm matters as much as creativity; and courts continually seek balance between creator rights and cultural freedom. As dance moves from stages to avatars in the metaverse, these principles will shape how we value and protect movement in the digital age.Ready to dive deeper into intellectual property's fascinating frontiers? Subscribe to Intangiblia and join our exploration of the ideas that shape our creative landscape.Send us a textSupport the show

City Lights with Lois Reitzes
✦ Killer Mike ✦ Brunchin' on a Budget: Ria's Bluebird ✦ Champagne Lane ✦ Beyond the Movement ✦ Good Night at Buteco

City Lights with Lois Reitzes

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 50:13


✦ In the immortal words of The Notorious B.I.G., get ready to sit and conversate for a few, with Atlanta's own Killer Mike. Legally known as Michael Render, the rapper, entrepreneur, and activist has launched a new podcast called "Conversate with Killer Mike." The show is recorded from his Atlanta studio, where he and his friends dive into topics both local and global. City Lights Collective producer Josh Thane recently sat down with the Atlanta icon to discuss the new project. ✦ Going to Brunch in Atlanta can seem like a sport. Even if you know some tricks to navigate the notoriously long lines, the cost can sometimes price people out of the game. In our mini-series, "Brunchin' on a Budget," we look at a few special Atlanta Brunch spots that can help you keep your wallet intact. This week, WABE arts reporter Summer Evans takes us to Ria's Bluebird. ✦ Today, we take a moment to hear from our artistic community In Their Own Words. This is where they tell us who they are, what they do, what they love, and a few things you might not see coming. What things? Who knows, there's only one way to find out. Today's spotlight shines on the band Champagne Lane, and we learn about their new album, "The World in Your Eyes." ✦ The art of Dance is leaping into the future at Spelman College. The new short documentary, "Beyond the Movement," explores new technologies and their applications in Dance through the testimony of students and faculty, as well as through their movement. The film, produced by WABE and made possible through a grant from HBCU Week Now, screens along with a live panel discussion on September 8th at Spelman's new Mary Schmidt Campbell Center for Innovation and the Arts. City Lights Collective Co-host Kim Drobes recently spoke with filmmaker Booker T. Mattison and Spelman's department chair of Dance and Choreography, Professor T. Lang, to learn more. ✦ What makes up a Good Night? I'm sure there are as many answers as there are people. But on the first Friday of every month, at Buteco in Grant Park, comedian David Purdue and Spoken Word Artist Adan Bean have a Free show that has a little bit of everything. You want to laugh, dance, hear an amazing vocalist, have some great food, have a strong drink, maybe all of that, or maybe just some of it. It's all available; at night, you can self-curate, appropriately titled: Good Night. City Lights Collective Co-host Jon Goode sat down with Adan Bean and David Purdue to discuss the night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best in Fest
Jermaine McGhee: From Stage to Screen—Dance, Choreography & Storytelling Through Movement

Best in Fest

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 29:53


What does it take to transform a lifetime of dance into powerful storytelling for film, opera, and television? In this episode of Best in Fest, host Les LaPage sits down with Jermaine McGhee—scholar, choreographer, educator, and former principal dancer for the LA and San Francisco Opera, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning Omar.Jermaine shares his journey from performing in blockbuster films like Dance Flick to choreographing works that merge ballet, jazz, and American dance culture. He opens up about:The pivotal moment he shifted from dancer to choreographer.How communication shapes the relationship between directors, performers, and dancers.Why iconic sequences like White Nights set the standard for dance on film.Advice for young artists on finding their unique voice instead of copying others.The future of dance in film and streaming, and how projects like Tule are sparking a new renaissance.Whether you're a filmmaker, choreographer, or dance enthusiast, Jermaine's insights reveal why movement is more than performance—it's storytelling with purpose and impact.

TechnoRetro Dads
Enjoy Stuff: Rapier Wit

TechnoRetro Dads

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 95:31


Sharpen your blade! This week on Enjoy Stuff we duel through the best sword fights in movie history, from Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone to Luke Skywalker and The Bride. En garde and Enjoy Stuff! Whether you're swinging a wrapping paper tube, a sharp saber, or just a stick, we all love the romanticism of sword fighting. Let's look at the best ones in the movies.  News Discover magical new treats: Harry Potter Krispy Kremes    The new A Book of Dragons by Mike Witwer is now available   Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Hello Kitty at McDonald's? Sounds like a match made in heaven   RIP Terrance Stamp   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay celebrates Texas Massacre Day (Aug 18) with a special screening of the 1974 horror classic The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Shua dives into the fascinating world of Disney fandom with AJ Wolf's book Disney Adults     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay takes a look at Coherence (2014), a twisty tale that truly defines the meaning of “coherence,” both in its story and its theme. Read Jay's full breakdown on RetroZap.com. Also check out his latest work on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU. Enjoy Sword Fighting!  Sharpen your blade and tighten your grip! This week Jay and Shua celebrate the art of the sword fight, both in history and on the big screen. From legendary real-world figures like Miyamoto Musashi, Joan of Arc, and Julie d'Aubigny to Hollywood's masters of swashbuckling like Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone, they slice into the roots of swordsmanship and how it translates into movie magic.   They look at the evolution of sword fights on screen:   Silent Era swashbucklers like The Mark of Zorro (1920) with Douglas Fairbanks   Golden Age Hollywood spectacle in The Adventures of Robin Hood   Post-War Realism in Japanese samurai cinema (Seven Samurai)   Modern Era duels ranging from Star Wars lightsabers to Game of Thrones brutality   Plus, they salute the fight choreographers who make it all possible, Nick Gillard, Bob Anderson, Donnie Yen and break down famous sword fighting techniques like the parry and riposte, feints, disarms, and Iaido precision strikes.   Finally, they take a tour through some of cinema's greatest sword battles:   The Princess Bride's witty duel   Rob Roy's brutal finale   Pirates of the Caribbean's rolling water wheel fight   Kill Bill's unforgettable Crazy 88 showdown   The operatic lightsaber clashes of Star Wars   And many more from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon to The Lord of the Rings What makes a sword fight truly great? Choreography? Stakes? Cinematography? First person that emails me with the subject line, “En Garde!” will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

On A Water Break
Boston Crusaders Win, Band Trailer Theft & Choreo Tips | Water Break Weekly

On A Water Break

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2025 36:00


This week on On A Water Break, it's all about nerves, leadership, representation, and celebrating unforgettable wins in the marching arts. Host Josh Smith is joined by new panelists Dalton Stout, Clara Bagwell, and Eric Levy — all making their podcast debut!The team kicks things off with their 32 Count Life Stories and a fun icebreaker: “What part of the marching band are you?” Clara relives her gold-medal summer with the Boston Crusaders, Dalton shares his journey from Nebraska to Colorado and launching DVS Choreo, and Eric spotlights his 20+ years of teaching and his work with Drumline Network.In the News Block, we cover: The retirement of Iowa's legendary announcer Lou Crist after 44 years Miami budget cuts cutting $12.8M in arts funding A stolen band trailer in Colorado and tips for protecting your equipment PASIC 2025 announcements featuring RhythmX and George MasonDalton delivers the 60-Second Tech Block on choreography hacks, and in Water We Doing?! the crew takes on audition nerves, teaching leadership in a post-COVID generation, body shaming in DCI, and the importance of ensemble unity. The episode wraps with Gush & Go, highlighting Boston's first DCI championship, new percussion challenges, and student success stories.Panelists & Socials: Dalton Stout – IG/TikTok: @saltydalti | daltonvstout.com Clara Bagwell – IG: @_clara.01100010 Eric Levy – IG: @worldoferic | Drumline Network & Percussion League Josh Smith – TikTok: @mr.smiths.bandSponsors: Peak Group Travel – @peak.group.travel | peakgrouptravel.com Guard Closet – @guardcloset | guardcloset.com✨ Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and share this podcast with a friend.

Voices of VR Podcast – Designing for Virtual Reality
#1641: “Silhouette of Memories” Cinematic VR Concert Experience Features Live Choreography

Voices of VR Podcast – Designing for Virtual Reality

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 70:54


I spoke with HoneyWeeWee, Sandi_, Humi, Quinnster, & Kiashi_GL about Silhouette of Memories as a part of my Raindance Immersive 2025 coverage. See more context in the rough transcript below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsgZm4u8UsU This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality

Hatched
HATCHED #39 - Millicent Johnnie

Hatched

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 60:23


Millicent Johnnie is an award winning dancer, choreographer, director, teacher and filmmaker.  She's currently in post-production on her most recent film Ma Negresse. For more info about us visit www.mondobizarro.org.  Click here to donate to Mondo Bizarro. Our theme music is by Rotary Downs.   Here are some related links you may want to check out: More Millicent on AI in the Arts Urban Bush Women

The Wrong Cat Died
Ep219 - Naomi Naughton, Swing in Original Broadway Production & Director of 2025 Shawnee Playhouse Production of CATS

The Wrong Cat Died

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 61:44


“We have 16 different Grizabellas for this production.” In this episode of The Wrong Cat Died podcast, Mike Abrams welcomes Naomi Naughton, a former swing in the original Broadway production of CATS (1992) who is now directing a summer production at the Shawnee Playhouse. Naomi shares her journey from first seeing CATS as a teenager, through auditioning and performing on Broadway, to her current role as a director. She discusses the challenges and joys of directing, including working with 16 different performers as Grizabella and staying true to the show's choreography and storytelling. Naomi also reflects on deeper themes of the musical, such as acceptance, forgiveness, and the meaning of the Heaviside Layer. 00:46 Naomi's Broadway Journey 04:45 Landing the Role and Broadway Experience 07:56 Reflections on the Show's Choreography and Story 22:24 Directing CATS: New Insights and Challenges 32:58 Teaching a Specific Moment in Time 33:29 Adapting Choreography for Diverse Cast 34:45 Exploring Grizabella's Backstory Check out Shawnee Playhouse on Instagram: @theshawneeplayhouse Check out Shawnee Playhouse's website: www.shawneeplayhouse.org Produced by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Alan Seales⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Podcast Network⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social Media: @⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Successful Chiro
Fix Your Team Meetings: Stop the Chaos, Start the Choreography

The Successful Chiro

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 14:18


What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why lack of structure is the silent killer of meetingsThe most common leadership mistake: talking too muchThe difference between a meeting and a training (they're not the same!)How 5–7 minute daily huddles can change your team's rhythmMorale boosters like mission anchoring and review sharingDr. Lloyd's “dance step” framework for smoother communicationHow one doc went from team frustration to 125 extra visits a weekTake Action:✅ Subscribe to The Deep Dive for more strategies to run a successful practice✅ Book your free call with Dr. George Birnbach: https://myfivestar.com/work-with-us/✅ Join us in Chicago for Streamline, Scale, Succeed – our 2-day live event, July 26–27, 2025: https://myfivestar.com/streamline-scale-succeed/

Zo Williams: Voice of Reason
Psychic Wounds and the Spiritually Transmitted Disease of Judgment: A Textual Mandala on the Fragmented Self

Zo Williams: Voice of Reason

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 72:14


In the shadowlands of human intimacy, we often mistake connection for communion, trauma for truth, and reactivity for resonance. Beneath the curated choreography of modern relationships—romantic, familial, platonic—lurks a disowned force field of unmetabolized emotion, ancestral patterning, and inner exiles clamoring for resolution.

MUSIC IV BREAKFAST
IT'S OVER! Kendrick & SZA Ended the North American Leg of GNX Tour In PA & The DMV!

MUSIC IV BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 18:28


#gnxtour #sza #kendricklamarJoin hosts Octavia March, Kia KC, and Relle Roulette in this episode of Music IV Breakfast as they dive into the unforgettable finale of Kendrick Lamar and SZA's GNX tour at Hershey Park and Northwestern Stadium. From sold-out performances to emotional moments, this recap highlights everything fans loved about the tour, including shoutouts to key figures like choreographer Charm LaDonna and celebrity attendees such as Chris Bosh and Ari Lennox. Get the inside scoop on the global GNX tour and what to expect from these music legends as they continue to dominate the hip-hop and R&B scene. Perfect for new YouTubers and hip-hop culture enthusiasts looking for fresh insights and exciting discussions on music, tours, and entertainment news. Don't miss out on exclusive behind-the-scenes content and upcoming international dates!00:00 Introduction and Tour Highlights00:44 Heartfelt Messages and Recognitions01:17 Music for Breakfast Hosts Introduction02:11 Tour Updates and Special Mentions03:33 Choreography and Performances06:06 Tour Documentary Announcement07:29 Kendrick Lamar's Birthday Celebration08:44 Fan Reactions and Favorite Moments16:02 Upcoming International Tour Dates17:43 Conclusion and Future Updates#kendricklamar #sza #gnxtour music #hiphop #youtube #fyp #trendingCopyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS

Kpopcast
ENHYPEN Are Fallen Angels in Bad Desire

Kpopcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 48:26


In this episode of the K-Pop Cast, the hosts review Enhypen's "Bad Desire". They discuss the evolving trends in K-Pop, the impact of military enlistment on artists, and the significance of music videos in conveying concepts. The conversation also touches on the nostalgia of early 2000s sounds and the challenges of creating memorable choreography in a fast-paced industry. Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0AChip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast [REVIEW] ENHYPEN Explores Their Darkest Fantasy Yet with ‘DESIRE: UNLEASH' Containing Moments of Excellence | Genius https://genius.com/discussions/499192-Review-enhypen-explores-their-darkest-fantasy-yet-with-desire-unleash-containing-moments-of-excellence HIT REPLAYS:MEOVV(미야오) - ‘HANDS UP' M/V https://youtu.be/sL0pCS6K9bc?si=WkbTrnSvGsRYJDaY USPEER (유스피어) 'ZOOM' MV https://youtu.be/7WSmAo7kSoo?si=xlQp-pHbq4801WZO JAEHYUN 재현 'Can't Get You' (Official Audio) https://youtu.be/yzAA-8CrWCY?si=Pbt6r6pTW_CorCf2Chapters00:00 Introduction02:14 Hit Replays: Meovv Jaehyun Uspeer16:11 'Bad Desire' Reaction21:14 Visuals and Themes in Music Videos29:03 Choreography and Performance Analysis31:23 Nostalgia and Global Reach in K-Pop39:16 Standout Tracks and Production Insights41:05 Final Thoughts and Ratings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

City Ballet The Podcast
Episode 143: Bonus: 24-25 Season Wrap-Up

City Ballet The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 39:52


As we shift gears to prepare for the upcoming season, Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan take a moment to reflect on our just-concluded 76th year, from two strikingly unique and unforgettable world premieres—from Resident Choreographer Justin Peck and Artist in Residence Alexei Ratmansky—to the return of cherished repertory works, the invaluable presence of coaches Suzanne Farrell and Merrill Ashley in the rehearsal studios, and much, much more. They celebrate the freedom and boldness the company displayed in notable debuts, well-earned promotions, and bittersweet retirements, and look forward to the new works and multi-faceted performances on the horizon. (39:52) Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: Capriccio for Piano and Orchestra (1929) by by Igor Stravinsky Symphony No. 3 in D major, Op. 29 (1875) by Peter Ilyitch Tschaikovsky

BROADWAY NATION
BROADWAY'S NOSTALGIA CRAZE OF THE 1970s, part 1

BROADWAY NATION

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 32:06


In this episode Albert Evans and I explore the origins of Broadway's “Nostalgia Craze of the 1970s” — where it came from, and what artistic, social and cultural forces came together to spark this unlikely phenomenon.  We trace its origins in the counterculture youth rebellion of the 1960s, the rediscovery of films from the 1930s and 40s on television, and the popularization of gay camp culture via the off-off Broadway mega hit DAMES AT SEA.  All of this would lead to the triumphant 1971 Broadway revival of NO, NO, NANETTE — the Vincent Youmans/Irving Ceasar/Otto Harbach musical comedy that has introduced the songs “Tea For Two” and “I Want To Be Happy” way back in the Roaring 20s. With a heavily retooled book, sparkling new orchestrations and arrangements, and a snazzy, art deco-inspired set and costume design, this reincarnation of No, No, Nanette was billed as “the new 1925 musical”.  And it became a smash hit, running 861 performances, and winning 4 Tony Awards for Choreography, Costume Design, and for two of its stars, Helen Gallagher, and another vintage movie star, comedian Patsy Kelly (there was no "Best Revival category then). And, after years of it being almost entirely absent from Broadway — Nanette brought tap dancing back into fashion in a major way. Most significantly, Nanette fanned a mania for everything and anything that recalled the music, style, and glamour of the 20s, 30s and 40s. The press dubbed this mania “The Nostalgia Craze” as it quickly spread into every aspect of American life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Down 2 Business
Episode 224: Fuel the Fire

Down 2 Business

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 55:55


We are curious…what type of work do you do and is it something that fulfills you? Shaté takes pride in helping others not only live in their purpose but truly love what it is that they do. However, to get to where she is today there were quite a few pivots and transitions along the way. Ultimately, she fell in love with career strategy and development and has been paying it forward ever since. Tune in to episode 224 as Shaté recalls the various experiences in each place she has lived, explains the journey to self-publishing a book and much more! For more information:Website: lightmycareermatch.com ; shatehayes.com LinkedIn: Shaté HayesInstagram: @iamshateSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

City Ballet The Podcast
Episode 142: The Rosin Box: Ask the Dancer

City Ballet The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 39:06


Join us around the Rosin Box for our annual listener-contributed "Ask the Dancers" episode. Our intrepid hosts Claire and Aarón and special guest Corps de Ballet Member Lars Nelson answer your questions about rehearsal wear, dancing with Artist in Residence Alexei Ratmansky, remembering steps, and more—including, "Explain dogs at New York City Ballet." (39:06) Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: "Je ne t'aime plus" by Pink Martini Courtesy of Pink Martini & Heinz Records

City Ballet The Podcast
Episode 141: The Rosin Box: Choreographers and their Casts

City Ballet The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 34:11


Hosts Claire and Aarón are back at the Rosin Box, joined this week by Principal Dancers Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia to talk about the relationship between choreographer and dancer in the creation of new works—especially in the case of Tiler's Concerto for Two Pianos from 2024, which featured Roman. As they share, the process is like a conversation between artists on both sides of the studio and relies heavily on trust. Tiler highlights the necessary balance between celebrating individual dancers' strengths with making a timeless work, while Roman describes feeling deeply invested in the success of her ballet's premiere. (34:11)  Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: "Je ne t'aime plus" by Pink Martini Courtesy of Pink Martini & Heinz Records