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Justin Leaf is a Minneapolis-based ballet teacher, choreographer, and performance artist whose multifaceted career spans over two decades. A graduate of The Juilliard School with a BFA in Dance Performance, Justin's training also includes The Kirov Academy, School of American Ballet, and Pacific Northwest Ballet School.As a dancer, Justin was a company member with James Sewell Ballet and Minnesota Dance Theatre, and has also performed works by Ernesta Corvino, John Kelly, Morgan Thorson, George Stamos, and others through independent engagements. Critics have described them as “a fascinating and beguiling dancer—so lanky, loose, and idiosyncratic that [their] fine-tuned ballet chops take you by surprise” (Deborah Jowitt, The Village Voice).In their extensive teaching career, Justin has worked with various schools and companies, including Ballet Hispánico, James Sewell Ballet, Minnesota Dance Theatre, Ballet Co.Laboratory, and Minnesota Ballet. Their teaching is influenced by their professional experiences and mentorship under master teachers Andra and Ernesta Corvino.As a choreographer, Justin has created works presented by organizations such as Minnesota Dance Theatre, James Sewell Ballet, and Minnesota Orchestra. Their performance work currently encompasses dance, theater, and vocal artistry. Since 2006, they have frequently performed as Mistress Ginger, a glittering cabaret persona. As Ginger, they authored Mistress Ginger Cooks!: Everyday Vegan Food for Everyone (2014).Justin is honored to have received awards such as the Zaraspe Prize for Outstanding Choreography, a Minnesota SAGE Award for Best Performance, a McKnight Fellowship for Dancers, and a Next Step Fund Grant.

I'd love to know what you think of this episode. Text me here.Everyone's definition of a dream life is different. This week we get to explore how one woman transformed her life – and it all started with an injury.         While overseas Patricia Gavin slipped and fell in the shower and hurt her shoulder. Her introduction to yoga not only aided in her recovery, but set her on a transformative path as a full-fledged instructor.Key Lessons and Ideas:From Injury to Empowerment: Patricia's perseverance through Bikram yoga not only healed her but also ignited a lifelong passion.The Bikram Experience: Training under Bikram himself in LA, Patricia describes it as the “United Nations of yoga,” with practitioners from all over the world. Despite the challenges, it was a formative experience that shaped her teaching journey.Healing Power of Yoga: Patricia emphasizes how yoga, especially Bikram, can transform the body and mind. From improving breathing techniques to calming the nervous system, the benefits are profound.Daily Practice Insights: While a daily practice is ideal, Patricia suggests that even 2-3 times a week can yield significant benefits. The key is consistency and integrating the eight limbs of yoga into your lifestyle.Personal Transformation: Yoga has made Patricia less reactive and more observant. It's a testament to how yoga can bring emotional balance and mental clarity.Teaching Across the Globe: Patricia's teaching journey has taken her to diverse places. Her experiences highlight the universal appeal and adaptability of yoga.Curiosities to Spark Your Interest:Yoga in the Jungle: Patricia is setting up retreats in Costa Rica, offering a unique opportunity to practice yoga in the lush, humid jungle. Imagine the serenity and connection to nature!Online Yoga Programs: For those who can't travel, Patricia is developing online classes, making her expertise accessible no matter where you are.Final Thoughts:Patricia's story is a powerful reminder that our bodies and minds are capable of incredible transformation. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a curious beginner, her insights offer valuable lessons on resilience, healing, and the pursuit of a dream life. Check out her remarkable story on this episode of Dream Power Radio.         Patricia Gavin is a Bikram certified hot yoga instructor and former Air Force public affairs officer and journalism instructor.  She has taught around the world from Hollywood to Bollywood and is an author who has written two books about the benefits of yoga which are available as eBooks on Amazon.  SIX AM IN LA chronicles her journey from healing a ski injury to training as a yoga teacher in Los Angeles. In 2019 she taught for the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, DC and embarked on a global adventure teaching in Thailand, India and returning to Virginia to teach in Key West and for private studios in Alexandria, Virginia.  She is working on a third book “pink Flamingo - Healing w Bikram Yoga” due out in March 2025.  Support the Show.Don't miss a single episode! By clicking the "Support the Show" link, you can subscribe to my podcast and get sneak previews of upcoming episodes, bonus material and special giveaways designed to uplift your dreaming life.And if you want more ways to find joy in your life, check out my website thedreamcoach.net for information about my courses, blogs, books and ways to create a life you love.

Welcome to the Jew and Gentile Podcast.   Text the Jew and Gentile your comments, questions, concerns (OY!), and news at: 424-444-1948   MUG-ON-A-MUG With your gift of $10 or more to FOI Equip, you to can have your very own Mug-on-a-Mug. Your generous donation helps to expand the important work of teaching the Bible from a Jewish perspective while raising up new FOI volunteers and representatives serving Jewish communities all around the world. Visit gofoi.org/mug to make your gift today and receive your own Jew and Gentile Podcast Mug-on-a-Mug. Oy, look at Steve's punim!   GUEST: Asya Zlatina was born in Moscow, Russia and immigrated with her family in 1992. She trained in dance throughout the DC/Baltimore area, beginning at the Kirov Academy, Dance Explosion and the Washington Ballet School. She graduated Goucher College and joined the Koresh Dance Company in 2008. She has since toured extensively with performances, master classes, and outreach, and served as the adjunct of dance at Stockton University. She obtained her MS from Drexel University in 2013, and is very active in the dance community through various venues outside of concert theater shows. She began producing her own work in 2016 and BARRY: Mamaloshen in Dance! premiered at the Fringe Festival that same year. She works with artists and photographers in her rehearsal process.   Asya now serves as the Philadelphia and South Jersey representative for Jewish National Fund.   Asya Zlatina's Barry: Mamaloshen in Dance – Bringing our loved ones back to life https://philadelphiadance.org/dancejournal/2019/04/11/asya-zlatinas-barry-bringing-our-loved-ones-back-to-life/   Dance for Israel - We Will Dance Again! Sunday, May 19, 2024 Voorhees Township, NJ jnfusa.org/danceforisrael   FOI Equip Classes:   Facts and Flaws of Covenant Theology TEACHER: DR. MIKE STALLARD MAY 23, 30   Have you ever heard of Covenant Theology? It's a prevalent perspective in today's church, but did you know it teaches that God has replaced Israel with the church? Join us in this illuminating two-part FOI Equip class, where Dr. Mike Stallard, vice president of International Ministries, will unpack the intricacies of Covenant Theology and present a more insightful approach to comprehending Scripture.   Register: foiequip.org   FOI Resources  Get a free one-year trial subscription to Israel My Glory https://israelmyglory.org/subscribe/ Get Involved with Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry https://www.foi.org/outreach   Chris Katulka's book: Israel Always foi.org/israelalways   Steve Herzig's book: Jewish Culture & Customs foi.org/jcc From the news surrounding Israel and the Jewish People:   US knew of mediators' altered proposal to Hamas, did not inform Israel — report https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-knew-of-mediators-altered-proposal-to-hamas-did-not-inform-israel-report/   Hostage deal or Rafah operation: Where do Israeli citizen's priorities lie? - survey https://www.jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-800356?utm_source=jpost.app.apple&utm_medium=share   The US's hypocrisy is infuriating - opinion https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-800170?utm_source=jpost.app.apple&utm_medium=share#google_vignette   US holding up weapons shipments to Israel for last two weeks, source says https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-800328   Yiddish Word(s) of the Day Mamaloshen - Mamaloshen is a Yiddish word that means "mother tongue" or "mother language" in English. It is often used as an affectionate term for Yiddish, particularly as the ancestral language of Ashkenazi Jews. The word comes from the Yiddish words mame, meaning mother, and loshn, meaning language or tongue.

Embark on a whirlwind adventure as we delve into the extraordinary life of Ferly Prado, an unstoppable force in the world of dance, who has traveled across continents in pursuit of her passion.

Episode 8 of "Athletistry Ballet Evolution," hosted by Shane Wuerthner, delves into the challenging and often misunderstood world of professional ballet. In this episode, Shane shares his personal journey into the prestigious Kirov Academy and discusses the rigorous selection process, highlighting the low acceptance rates and the intense competition faced by aspiring ballet dancers. The episode also explores the societal perception of ballet as a profession, addressing the common misconception that it's more of a hobby than a legitimate career. Shane candidly speaks about the financial realities of being a professional dancer, revealing the stark contrast between the high costs of training and the relatively low salaries dancers receive, even at the top of their field. Shane emphasizes the physical and mental demands of ballet training and professional life, shedding light on issues like body image pressures and the need for comprehensive support systems for dancers. He compares the compensation and treatment of ballet dancers to other performing arts and discusses the need for a shift in how dancers are valued and supported within the industry. The episode concludes with a call for open dialogue and action to improve the conditions for dancers, both financially and in terms of recognition and respect for their art form. Shane's passionate and insightful narrative aims to initiate change and bring about a new era of appreciation and support for ballet dancers.

Kelly Clark, age 32, grew up in a Christian home and always knew about God. But she would say that at age 15 she was rather lethargic in her walk with God. At the same time, from an early age Kelly demonstrated a great ability in the area of ballet. So much so that, in her teens, she was invited to study with the Kirov Academy and the Royal Ballet School (summer program) in London. However, a growing medical issue in her life put a halt to her ballet dreams. Kelly was ultimately diagnosed with POTS, a non-curable disease that limits people in many ways, and made ballet impossible. But, looking back, Kelly is grateful that God gave her POTS as it drew her closer to Him on a daily basis. It also set her heart and mind on the blessings of eternity rather than on the passing joys of this life. In this podcast, Kelly talks about the challenges of dealing with her medical diagnosis and how hard it was when she realized her hopes for a career in ballet were permanently dashed. Yet, over time, Kelly found hope alone in God and His love for her. She focused as well on the ultimate promise of being a citizen of heaven where all sickness and sadness will be forever banished. She shares how everyone who seeks God can find the joy she has found and actually experiences on a daily basis. What encouragement Kelly is for so many people who face major disappointment in life!

Kelly Clark, age 32, grew up in a Christian home and always knew about God. But she would say that at age 15 she was rather lethargic in her walk with God. At the same time, from an early age Kelly demonstrated a great ability in the area of ballet. So much so that, in her teens, she was invited to study with the Kirov Academy and the Royal Ballet School (summer program) in London. However, a growing medical issue in her life put a halt to her ballet dreams. Kelly was ultimately diagnosed with POTS, a non-curable disease that limits people in many ways, and made ballet impossible. But, looking back, Kelly is grateful that God gave her POTS as it drew her closer to Him on a daily basis. It also set her heart and mind on the blessings of eternity rather than on the passing joys of this life. In this podcast, Kelly talks about the challenges of dealing with her medical diagnosis and how hard it was when she realized her hopes for a career in ballet were permanently dashed. Yet, over time, Kelly found hope alone in God and His love for her. She focused as well on the ultimate promise of being a citizen of heaven where all sickness and sadness will be forever banished. She shares how everyone who seeks God can find the joy she has found and actually experiences on a daily basis. What encouragement Kelly is for so many people who face major disappointment in life!

A day late, but worth the wait!  We hope you enjoy our wonderful talk with Sterling Masters!Sterling Masters recently completed a 12 year run in the Broadway Company of the blockbuster hit musical WICKED as the Witch's Mother. She is also a former Dance Captain for the company. Her journey to Broadway includes five National Tours: WICKED (Dance Captain/Witch's Mother), A CHORUS LINE (1st National, Original Cast), JOSEPH…DREAMCOAT (Dance Captain), THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE (Dance Captain), and FOSSE. Before dancing professionally, she trained at JMSD in Charlotte, NC under the direction of her mother, as well as programs at North Carolina School of the Arts, American Ballet Theatre, Joffrey Ballet School, Kirov Academy of Ballet, and Ann Reinking's Broadway Theatre Project. She was Petite Miss, Junior Miss, Teen Miss and Miss Dance for DMA Chapter 15, and was the first dancer to hold all four titles for Carolina Dance Masters. In addition to performing, Sterling loves teaching, choreographing and coaching students across the country. She is a member of Dance Masters of America Chapter #15 and is certified in Children's Yoga through YogiBeans. @sterlingmastersThank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts!Facebook: JAM Joe and Michelle's Dance PodcastInstagram: jam_dance_podcastTwitter: @jamdancepodcastEmail: jamdancepodcast@gmail.com

Marcus and Dylan chat with Sasha de Sola and dive deeply into Sasha's on-stage and off-stage life. On-stage topics include: Sasha's journey from the Kirov Academy as a young woman to Principal Dancer at the San Francisco Ballet, her insanely physical daily schedule, the most difficult thing about ballet, what happens when dancing ends, and whether ballet dancers are artists or athletes (or both!).Off-stage topics include: Sasha's academic career and how Sasha and Marcus met, On Tiptoes - her childrens book, Sasha's personal experiences with poverty and generosity, her charity work with High Impact Athletes and Barre None, the biggest questions and challenges facing our planet, and her doggo. This was a deep and vulnerable conversation, with Sasha opening up about some aspects of her life for the first time in public.Enjoy! For more info, visit:On TiptoesHigh Impact AthletesBarre None 

A transcript of this episode is available here: https://thedanceedit.com/transcript-episode-103Subscribe to The Dance Edit Extra: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dance-edit-extra/id1579075769Links referenced in/relevant to episode 103:-information about and application for the Creatives Rebuild New York program: https://www.creativesrebuildny.org/apply/-New York Times feature on the closure of the Kirov Academy: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/08/arts/dance/kirov-academy-ballet-school-closing.html-Dance Data Project report on collegiate dance program faculty and administration: https://www.dancedataproject.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Collegiate-Dance-Programs-Faculty-and-Administration-Report.pdf-video of a young Nathan Chen performing with Ballet West: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZ0XDr1gcPd/-Dance Magazine article on the ballet job market: https://www.dancemagazine.com/ballet-job-market/-New York Times feature on "Sleep No More" reopening: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/09/theater/sleep-no-more-reopens.html-former "Then She Fell" performer Bre Short's Dance Magazine essay on the future of immersive theater: https://www.dancemagazine.com/immersive-theater-then-she-fell/-New York Times piece on ballet skiing: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/11/arts/dance/ski-ballet-internet.html

Mrs. Raquel Whitehead, the Owner and Artistic Director of The Pike Road Dance Academy. Not only has she earned a double degree in Communication Studies and Dance from the University of Alabama, but she is also an incredibly accomplished dancer who has studied and danced with The Alabama School of Fine Arts, the prestigious Julliard School, the Kirov Academy of Ballet, and the Hungarian Dance Academy in Budapest. She was the youngest American ballet dancer to compete at the Prix de Lausanne in Switzerland. She also danced professionally in Italy, France, and Germany. She competed in the Miss Texas and Miss Alabama America Organizations for five years. During that time she was crowned Miss Dallas, Miss Fountain City, and Miss Wiregrass Area. Raquel has been teaching all genres of dance for 18 years. She has taught for C.J.'s Dance Factory in Prattville, AL , The Academy of Ballet and Jazz (ABJ) in Tuscaloosa, AL, and was the School Director for The Montgomery Ballet in Montgomery, AL. She has a great love for the arts and hopes to provide an artistic outlet for every child she encounters. Timestamp1:00 Meet Raquel Whitehead1:48 How her family influenced her dancing career2:27 Background and schooling for dance4:40  What was the time commitment during specialized schooling?  “Nothing worth having comes easy.”5:34 How did I meet Raquel?6:48  A house full of boys9:15  How did you know you wanted to go in the dance studio business?11:20  Have a dream… Just get started!12:50  Support system13:45  God winks14:19  When you love what you do, it's a blessing to go to work18:20 – Tips to starting your own dance studio21:36  Logistics and Behind the scenes at Recitals23:43 Women wear many hats25:05  Telling the dance students to always present themselves the way you want to be remembered – Shoulders back, chin up… like you are showing off a diamond necklace27:42  Right now it is important to REFOCUS – Appreciate the life around you and do not prejudge situations.www.pikeroaddance.comFollow Inspiring Thyme IG and FB @InspiringThyme#lovedance #dancestudio #ballet #jazz #competitionteam #buildingabusiness #buildingabrand #womeninbuisness #creativewomen #followingyourdreams #followyourheart #dreambig #workhard #nothingworthhaving #pikeroaddanceacademy #inspiringthyme #groundedapodcastbyinspiringthyme #smalltown #creative 

Dance Education Canada is proud of our global community of presenters, researchers, scholars, academics, scientists, teachers and students. We know how important a worldly view of dance is and believe it is an essential part of a dance educators knowledge, understanding, practice and training. Today, we are excited to welcome Mr Casey Herd as he joins us for our discussion on a worldly view of dance and how it connects us all. GUEST: Casey Herd began his ballet training at The School for Ballet West & graduated from The Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington D.C. He began his professional career with American Ballet Theatre in New York City, became a principal dancer with the Pacific Northwest Ballet in Seattle dancer and in 2008 joined the Dutch National Ballet as a principal dancer. After retiring from the stage in 2016, Casey founded Ballet Rising, as part of his life-long passion for art, photography, history, sociology, and travel. INSTA: @balletrising LINKEDIN: Ballet Rising WEBISTE: balletrising.com Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

El ballet es una profesión que requiere de una dedicación y exigencia máxima, así como de una pasión inigualable. Lo interesante es que las virtudes necesarias para sobresalir en esta carrera (como la disciplina, la persistencia, la tolerancia al fracaso, entre otras) NO son únicas del ballet y aplican para todas las personas con grandes aspiraciones y sueños. Es por eso que nuestra conversación con Greta Elizondo es de gran relevancia independientemente de que te apasione el ballet o no. Greta es bailarina profesional de la Compañía Nacional de Danza. Desde 2015, ha bailado como solista de la CND en teatros de la altura del Palacio de Bellas Artes y el Auditorio Nacional, interpretando los papeles más importantes. Greta estudió en el Kirov Academy de Washington D.C., una de las escuelas de ballet más reconocidas del mundo por su formación y técnica rusa. En los últimos años, ha explorado otros ámbitos del arte como la actuación y la escritura. Participó recientemente en la película El rey de todo el mundo, dirigida y escrita por Carlos Aura, y escribió el libro El mundo es tu escenario: las virtudes del ballet en la vida diaria.  En este episodio nos comparte las lecciones de vida que el ballet le ha dejado y cómo aplica estas enseñanzas a otros ámbitos de su vida. Por ejemplo, platicamos de lo inalcanzable que es la perfección y cómo el buscarla, le ha traído consecuencias en su vida personal y de pareja. Quédate para escuchar su opinión de ¿cómo generar hábitos relacionados con ser positivos y aceptarnos?, ¿cómo reconocer nuestros defectos y limitaciones sin caer en la autocrítica y negatividad?, ¿cómo encontrar el balance?, y ¿qué hacer cuando se pierde la motivación? 

In the 4th part of our 12 episode series on farmworkers called Beyond the Furrows, KCBXs Francisco Martinez explores Guadalupe. Local business SLOCAL Roots is proposing a cannabis cultivation project in Paso Robles, although neighbors of the site have concerns. The King City art center Sol Treasures is putting on a summer camp this year with a theme of “samurais of peace” for the children. A passion for dance pays off as a King City dancer is accepted to Kirov Academy in Washington DC. Wild beavers play a critical role in the fight against climate change by creating wetlands that combat drought and wildfire, but they aren't protected from being trapped and killed in California. KCBX contributor Tom Wilmer has a conversation with Colonel Lisa Lamb, the new Garrison Commander at Fort Hunter Liggett. Finally, we get an update on the Port San Luis Harbor District.

Allyson Kelly received her ballet training at the Kirov Academy of Ballet in DC and the Debbie Allen Dance Academy in Los Angeles, CA. She starred in many of Ms. Allen's productions at the Kennedy Center including Dancing in the Wings and Dreams. Allyson then moved to NYC and toured the world with Complexions Contemporary Ballet under the direction of Dwight Rhoden & Desmond Richardson. For the past 10 years she has been a Radio City Rockette in NYC at Radio City Music Hall. IG @ally_kelly214

A transcript of this episode is available here: https://thedanceedit.com/transcript-episode-63Links referenced in/relevant to episode 63:-New York Times story about the former Kirov Academy official who pleaded guilty to fraud: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/07/arts/dance/kirov-academy-embezzlement.html-Information about the streamed ceremony for Debora Chase-Hicks: https://www.instagram.com/p/COtaqMbLVvt/-Alice Sheppard's essay on intersectional disability justice: https://www.dancemagazine.com/alice-sheppard-accessibility-2652914616.html-Mickaella Dantas' reflections on dancing with a prosthesis: https://www.dancemagazine.com/dancing-with-a-prosthesis-2652675897.html-Sydney Skybetter's article on the creative possibilities of prosthetic design: https://www.dancemagazine.com/prosthetics-choreography-2652676008.html-Dance Magazine Editor in Chief Jennifer Stahl's note on access work at Dance Media: https://www.dancemagazine.com/accessibility-dance-magazine-2652839834.html-Alice Blumenfeld's essay on the problems with the term "world dance": https://www.dancemagazine.com/world-dance-2652863754.html-Kaatsbaan Cultural Park website and social pages:https://kaatsbaan.org/https://www.instagram.com/kaatsbaan/https://twitter.com/KaatsbaanDancehttps://www.facebook.com/Kaatsbaanhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/kaatsbaan-international-dance-center-inc/

This episode delves deep into how art and creativity can bring awareness to modern-day slavery, being a creative from an ethnic minority and the process of creating new artistic work. Welcome to Season 4 Episode 2 Creating New Work, an interview & discussion with professional creative: Julianna Rubio Slager & with show host Lara Bianca Pilcher.  More about Julianna: Ballet 5:8 Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer Julianna Rubio Slager is originally from Spring Arbor, Michigan. Slager began her dance training with Mrs Lori Ladwig and went on to study under notable teachers from Ann Arbor Ballet Theater, New York City Ballet, the Vaganova Academy and Puerto Rican National Ballet. Slager enjoyed dancing under Barbara Smith at Greater Lansing Ballet during her training, and also under Kathy Thibodeaux and Sol Maisonet at Ballet Magnificat. Upon moving to Chicago, Slager had the opportunity to work as a freelance artist, teacher and choreographer in the Greater Chicago area. Slager was instrumental in the co-founding of Ballet 5:8 in 2012. Beginning in 2014, Ballet 5:8 began touring nationally, bringing Slager's critically acclaimed ballets such as The Space in Between, Scarlet, Compass, and The Stor(ies) of You and Me to audiences across the nation. Slager is also a groundbreaking figure within the field, as one of the few Mexican-American Artistic Directors and Resident Choreographers of professional ballet companies in the world. She hopes that her leadership and creative work at Ballet 5:8 will pave the way for other women and minorities in professional ballet. Over the past decade, Slager has enjoyed training and mentoring the next generation of aspiring artists in Ballet 5:8 School of the Arts' Pre-Professional and Conservatory programs and in the Ballet 5:8 Trainee Program. She has had the joy of watching her students be accepted into many prestigious summer intensive, trainee and year-round programs, including the Kirov Academy, Pittsburg Ballet Theater, Houston Ballet, Washington Ballet, Joffrey Ballet Trainee Program, Alonzo King Lines Ballet, Oklahoma City Ballet, Gelsey Kirkland Academy of Classical Ballet, American Ballet Theater, Ellison Ballet, School of American Ballet, and others. To find out more visit: https://www.ballet58.org/   About AHI - Lara Bianca Pilcher, the host of the Artist's House International Podcast (AHI), is a seasoned host and international speaker in the Faith and Art sphere. Her career in the arts industry spans over 20 years. Artist's House International is a not for profit that uses the tool of creativity to help transform lives, form a global community and capture the global voice of believer artists. AHI founders, Andrew and Lara Pilcher have been married for 15 years and have two awesome kids. -We invite you to subscribe to this Podcast and share it with others! -We invite you to support this Podcast financially by visiting us on Patreon -To find out more about AHI visit: www.artistshouseinternational.com -Instagram: @artistshouseinternational -Twitter: @artistshouseint -Facebook: @artistshouseinternational    

Episode seven is really something special! Hanhi offers a new perspective on dance competitions that we haven't discussed on the podcast yet. For Hanhi, who was born in Vietnam, international ballet competitions like Canaan Dance, Youth America Grand Prix, and ADC IBC - Youth International Ballet Competition connected her to schools that provided scholarships for her training that have been life changing! They afforded her the opportunity to train at Kirov Academy of Washington DC, Ellison Ballet, The Bolshoi Ballet Academy, and now Nationale Balletacademie- The Dutch National Ballet Academy! Now, in her final year of highschool, she will be able to pursue a associates or bachelors degree in coordination with Academie voor Theater en Dans ! AND hear how an international student experienced the pandemic. I admire Hanhi so much and so thankful she joined me as a guest! Episode will be live tomorrow morning whereever you get your podcasts! This podcast is owned and operated by Kali Kleiman. It does not represent the views, positions, or opinions of any of the schools, businesses, or the company’s that my guests or I are have attended or are currently associated with. All audio is property of Kali Kleiman and not for private use, unless written authorization is obtained. A license to use the media Stravinsky Dance From Petroushka was purchased under Pond5's Content License Agreement, a copy which is available for review upon request. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gettothepointe-pod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gettothepointe-pod/support

In January 2018, at the age of 18, Jayna posted a beautiful dance shot of herself to Instagram. The picture – and her story – received national attention. That's because when she started dancing at the age of 5, she was the only boy at her dance studio. Years later, the dance scholarship she received at the Kirov Academy of Ballet was a "male" scholarship, which she lost after coming out. She always knew she was meant to be a girl dancing the girl roles. Today, Jayna Ledford is living out her badassery life wearing leotards, tights and pointe shoes. She's a dance and exercise science major at Montclair State University, is heavily involved with her Filipino culture, and is an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. Jayna talked with us about her journey as a trans ballerina: her challenges, the support she received from family and friends, the national attention she received when she came out, and her plans for the future.

Emily Pihlaja received her early dance training from the New England Academy of Dance. Yet, at the age of 12 she committed to dance as her vocation when she left home in Connecticut to attend the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, D.C. where she graduated in 2009. She then moved to Portland where she performed for four seasons with the Oregon Ballet Theatre. Emily was featured in ballets such as George Balanchine’s Serenade, Divertimento No. 15, Emeralds, The Four Temperaments, Swan Lake, Coppelia, Giselle, and The Nutcracker. She also performed in New York with Thomas/Ortiz Dance. Her performances with Spectrum Dance Theater include 5th Avenue Theatre’s Carousel and Donald Byrd’s Carmina Burana and more.  Listen closely for Emily’s unique take on these themes: The moment when dancing became more than a hobby through a series of choices that set her apart Her career journey from being a little girl who performed for fun to signing a contract as an adult with a dance company The art of performing before you are ready and how to go on anyways even when you don’t have time to practice very much at all… What it feels like to perform on stage especially as a lucid adult who knows that you are being watched and held up to a certain set of expectations and her handling of freaking out or fight or flight How a dancer uses resilience to come out of a mortifying experience and finishes the show and has the courage to do it again the next day How to envision success or go for it even when you don’t have a winning example or a sense of what success should look like How to accept constructive feedback even when you have a strong sense of identity as an adult and years of being a professional at what you do Listen to how Emily would answer this job interview question that advertising professionals and marketers in small and large companies are asked all the time: Tell me about a time when you were self-aware enough not to go for the lead role on a performance and that was the best decision you could have made in the interest of the overall performance. Curious, how do you think about self-awareness?

(http://www.advanceyourart.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BarkerGala0117copy.jpg) MEET CASEY HERD Casey Herd was born in Salt Lake City, USA where he began his ballet training at The School for Ballet West. After graduating from The Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington D.C. he began his professional career with American Ballet Theatre in New York City. He later joined Pacific Northwest Ballet in Seattle where he quickly rose to the rank of principal dancer. While in Seattle Mr. Herd’s repertoire expanded dramatically to include leading roles in works by some of the great choreographers such as George Balanchine, William Forsythe, Jerome Robbins, and many more. Having previously been a guest artist with the Dutch National Ballet, he was invited in 2008 to join the company as a principal. In 2011, Dance Europe placed Mr. Herd nineteenth in their top 100 international dancers who have made outstanding achievements. In 2012 he received The Alexandra Radius Award. In the jury report, they credit him for being a “phenomenal partner and versatile in both the classical and contemporary repertoire” and has danced with many of the world’s most renowned ballerinas. Mr. Herd was twice invited as a principal guest artist with San Francisco Ballet, and has been invited to perform leading roles with many other prestigious ballet companies and Galas throughout the world, such as English National Ballet, The Royal New Zealand Ballet, The Lithuanian National Ballet, and was invited to go back and guest with Pacific Northwest Ballet in Seattle. He danced in the Prix Benois de la Danse Gala, 2009 in Vicenza, Italy and 2011 in Moscow, Russia, the Dance Open Festival in St. Petersburg, Russia, Prague Ballet Festival, the Gala de Ballet Despertares a gala of international ballet stars in Mexico City, Ballet Festival in Tokyo, Japan and Osaka, Japan, Fall For Dance Festival in New York City, Miami International Ballet Gala, Dance Across America at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and International Dance Festival in Havana, Cuba. He has also worked in independent projects in Seoul, Korea, and Copenhagen, Denmark. After leaving the Dutch National Ballet in 2016 he began a career as an international guest artist and teacher. In 2019 Mr. Herd was inspired to create a new initiative called Ballet Rising, deriving from his life-long passion for art, photography, history, sociology, and having extensively traveled much of the world. As Ballet Rising allows for his continued involvement and development of ballet, it also allows Mr. Herd to engage in a wide range of subjects, and with far more people around the world. CONTACT: www.balletrising.com (http://www.balletrising.com) https://twitter.com/BalletRising (https://twitter.com/BalletRising) https://www.instagram.com/balletrising/ (https://www.instagram.com/balletrising/) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3XCnuKU5zx1ZoLkA8ORR5Q (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3XCnuKU5zx1ZoLkA8ORR5Q) SUPPORT THE SHOW BECAUSE I LOVE PUPPIES! https://www.berglearning.com/ (https://www.berglearning.com/) Use coupon code:Yuri10 If you’re looking for a high-quality CBD Oil click on the link and try out zilis. I’ve been using them for a few weeks and I’m sleeping better and have less joint pain. Zilis CBD Oil (https://shop.zilis.com/#/shop/from/7143366) This podcast is brought to you by Audible. I have used Audible for years, and I love audiobooks. Click on the link to get a 30-day free trial, complete with a credit for a free audiobook download Audible.com (http://www.audibletrial.com/Yuri)

Today we are joined by Houston Ballet Principal Dancer, Connor Walsh. Born in Fairfax, Virginia, Connor began his training at the age of seven under the direction of his mother Constance Walsh. He has trained at The Kirov Academy of Ballet, The Harid Conservatory, and Houston Ballet's Ben Stevenson Academy. In 2004, Walsh joined Houston […] The post (158) Connor Walsh, Houston Ballet Principal Dancer appeared first on tendusunderapalmtree.com.

Today we are joined by Houston Ballet Principal Dancer, Connor Walsh. Born in Fairfax, Virginia, Connor began his training at the age of seven under the direction of his mother Constance Walsh. He has trained at The Kirov Academy of Ballet, The Harid Conservatory, and Houston Ballet’s Ben Stevenson Academy. In 2004, Walsh joined Houston […] The post (158) Connor Walsh, Houston Ballet Principal Dancer appeared first on tendusunderapalmtree.com.

In this episode, we hear from former Washington Ballet soloist Becca Voelpel. She talks to us about her experience in the filming of "First Position" and what followed during her professional career. Becca trained at the Kirov Academy, as well as Maryland Youth Ballet, and was featured in the award-winning 2011 documentary First Position. After high school, Becca became a company member at Washington Ballet before pursuing higher education at Towson University. She currently resides in Baltimore and is a guest teacher at local studios and schools.

This week on 5.6.7.EIGHT, Aleksandra chats with Meredith Harrill, professional dancer at Visceral Dance Chicago. Meredith received dance training at the Central Florida Ballet Academy, before studying on scholarship at the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, D.C. Harrill was a trainee with Joffrey Ballet Chicago and BalletMet Columbus, where she also performed in several productions, and performed as a soloist for State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, CA. Meredith has received numerous accolades, including awards from both the Youth America Grand Prix and World Ballet Competition. Meredith’s journey is a unique one, having not started ballet until the age of 12. On the podcast, Meredith reflects on having to learn dance fundamentals at a late age but discusses the grit and determination that she had to find within herself to push through the frustrations and succeed. Harrill touches on a wide variety of topics, including the advantages and disadvantages of curating a social media following and the nature of accepting rejection and moving on with life.   Moving Quotes:  “Don’t put yourself in a box… You grow up having these ideas or goals for yourself, but don’t be afraid to alter them along the way… It’s not just about getting a dream job; it’s about creating yourself as an artist as well. Maybe the place you thought you wanted to be isn’t right for you, and it’s somewhere else. You need to be open to that." “The hardest thing [about being a dancer] is realizing that it is your life. There is no point where you clock out… You don’t ever get to forget about it. Everything you do is related back to dance." “I think I’m most proud of my ability to push through. No matter what happens, I’m not giving up." “Even if [dance] is not something you see yourself pursuing as a career, it’s not a reason to stop doing it. It teaches you not only discipline and group involvement, but it’s great for your body and good for your soul, too. To be able to have this outlet of movement to express yourself."  “I also knew that one of the best qualities a dancer could have is your performance. And I really enjoy performing. I love being able to immerse myself in a role… The joy of movement makes me come alive." “I love social media. I try not to get too attached to it because I still want to be present in the outside world. I don’t want to get too concerned with comparing myself with other people… But for dancers and artists, it’s a great platform to show your work and show who you are and represent yourself in the way you want to be represented." "[My first ballet coach] told me right away, ‘You’re going to have a really hard time finding a job, but once you find a job, you’re going to keep it.’ Just because I was so determined to make this work and also just being able to bring out something from inside that translated onto stage." “[Social media] is almost like a virtual resume for yourself."   Bullet Points (w/ timestamps) - Highlighting key topics discussed: 2:03: Meredith recounts her journey of dance, including the decision to transition from competitive gymnastics to ballet at the late age of 12. 7:38:  Meredith reflects on her experiences in dance boarding school and how this life stage prepared her for professional dance. 9:23: Harrill walks through both her typical days and her performance days as a professional dancer. 12:13: Meredith discusses a time in her dance journey when she pushed through hardship because she was determined to make dance work. 14:03: Meredith remembers the difficulty of being at the bottom of her dance class and having to learn simple dance fundamentals at the age of 12. 16:22: Harrill speaks on her favorite type of ballet and why she enjoys being a versatile ballet dancer, knowing many different styles of dance. 18:35: Meredith discusses the person that influenced her dance life the most and how their relationship has continued from an early age until now. 20:04: Meredith chats about her vibrant social media presence and the pros and cons of curating a social media following. 22:31: Meredith gives some incredible advice around how to face rejection well — good advice for both dancers and non-dancers. 28:09: Harrill discusses what’s next for her career and reflects on the most difficult part of being a professional dancer.   Bullet List of Resources –  Meredith Harrill Instagram Facebook   Visceral Dance Chicago Company Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

This week on 5.6.7.EIGHT, Aleksandra chats with Rachel Hamrick, Founder and CEO at Flexistretcher LLC. Hamrick’s company is built around her namesake product, the Flexistretcher — an elastic resistance band that simulates dance-specific or sport-specific movement patterns, focused on building flexibility and strength. Hamrick has also developed a training method and certification program, whereby she educates other teachers and coaches on effective use of her proven device. Prior to entrepreneurship, Hamrick received classical ballet training from The Kirov Academy of Ballet of Washington, D.C. and has danced professionally for a number of ballet companies.   Hamrick’s story is the oft-heard entrepreneurial story of one door shutting and another door opening. On the podcast, Rachel walks through her journey, which primarily consisted of professional dance until an injury forced her to move her career in another direction. Through her injury, Hamrick realized the importance of flexibility and strength training and leveraged her new obsession with anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology to build the Flexistretcher brand. Hamrick’s story is not only motivational but educational, for aspiring dancers and entrepreneurs alike.

This week we are joined by San Francisco Ballet Principal Dancer, Sasha De Sola.  Born in Winter Park, Florida, Sasha trained at the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, D.C. on a full merit scholarship.  In 2004, Ms. De Sola received a scholarship for studies at the Paris Opera Ballet School.  At the age of […] The post (113) Sasha De Sola, Principal San Francisco Ballet appeared first on tendusunderapalmtree.com.

This week we are joined by San Francisco Ballet Principal Dancer, Sasha De Sola.  Born in Winter Park, Florida, Sasha trained at the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, D.C. on a full merit scholarship.  In 2004, Ms. De Sola received a scholarship for studies at the Paris Opera Ballet School.  At the age of […] The post (113) Sasha De Sola, Principal San Francisco Ballet appeared first on tendusunderapalmtree.com.

Brooklyn Mack is originally from South Carolina, and is a dancer with The Washington Ballet. He began his dance training at age 12 with the Pavlovich Dance School under Radenko Pavlovich and Milena Leben before receiving a scholarship to study at the Kirov Academy of Ballet. Brooklyn then apprenticed with the Joffrey Ballet of Chicago and later joined American Ballet Theatre’s Studio Company. Before joining The Washington Ballet, Brooklyn spent three seasons as a principal dancer with Orlando Ballet. He has performed internationally in Venezuela, Latvia, Japan, and many others. He has won many awards and medals, including the gold medal at the legendary International Ballet Competition in Varna, Bulgaria, the oldest ballet competition in the world. He was one of only three Americans ever to win. Most recently, Brooklyn was featured in Ebony Magazine, the Grio’s Top 100, and was named as a top “25 [dancers] to watch” by Dance Magazine. In 2015, Brooklyn and Misty Copeland made history at the Kennedy Center in D.C. as the first two African-American leads in a major production of Swan Lake. Notes from the show: Brooklyn has always danced, but discovered ballet at 12 years old. Growing up in South Carolina, there were lots of stereotypes and misconceptions about ballet and male ballet dancers. At an annual gala, he was blown away by the athleticism of the ballet dancers. Brooklyn really loved football and wanted to try out. His mom wouldn't take him to tryouts. He asked her, "If you take me to tryouts, I'll take ballet lessons." His mom was shocked. His Mom researched and decided on the Pavlovich Dance School under Radenko Pavlovich. He attended 6 days a week. Brooklyn took two buses to class each day. Ballet became like "wisteria." He got a scholarship to the Kirov Academy of Ballet. He made a pact with himself: "If you're not a soloist by the age of 21, you'll go back to school and pursue football." He started out loving bravura roles like those in Dox Quixote and The Pirate, but then really took to more romantic roles. "If I can move them in some way, then I don't really care what any artistic person has to say that much, because it's for the audience, first and foremost." At the Chicago Dancing Festival in Millennium Park, there were almost 12,000 people.He felt "invincible" because of the energy he was getting from the audience. The Bowie & Queen show at the Kennedy Center in DC came close in energy level despite the audience being one tenth the size of the Chicago show. When Brooklyn watches a recording, he picks himself apart. It's hard for him to enjoy watching a recording. When you have reached a certain level, you need to find someone you trust, who understands artistry, someone who is invested in you. Pavlovich is one of Brooklyn's favorite coaches to this day. "He's almost like a Dad to me." Brooklyn performs with the Columbia Classical Ballet each year for the LifeChance International Gala of the Stars. Brooklyn danced with Misty Copeland for the first time in 2015--and made history--in the Kennedy Center's "Swan Lake." Brooklyn admires Misty's ambassadorship for bringing ballet to young people through her appearances in commercials such as Under Armour. His first job was with the Joffrey Ballet. He is very much a perfectionist.; every day is the pursuit of perfection. The small linking steps in ballet are so important; they make a leap sparkle. Brooklyn was able to do the big "tricks" during his first year and a half, but they were very unrefined. The smaller steps and techniques refined the more showy tricks. Winning Gold Medal at Varna was a moment of "Wow, I can't believe I did that." Everyone who has won is a legend. Being listed among them is still surreal. "Was that a dream?" The hardest ballets, though he doesn't feel like they're hard when he's dancing, include "Romeo and Juliet" and "Swan Lake." Adagio is uncommon for a male dancer; it is very slow and you have to control every element. "It's like the difference between 20 fast push-ups and 20 eight count push-ups." Brooklyn usually gets into character, but he does sometimes talk to himself during a performance. He has fallen only once during a performance, and his memory of it is priceless. Brooklyn prepares through visualization. He shares his physical and nutrition regimen. Stretch! Stretch! Stretch! Don't be discouraged if you're not the favorite--there will be a favorite and pay attention to what a teacher or coach says to the favorite. "Shed your pride. Shed your insecurities. Just be a sponge." "Put in the extra hours. There's always going to be someone who does something better than you. If you want to be the best, the only way to ever catch that person is to be doing more than they're doing."

Today's episode comes to you LIVE from the lobby of Sarah's hotel lobby.  Sarah was in town with Alvin Ailey''s ballet company to perform in Minneapolis. We met in the lobby and had a great conversation covering topics from tattoos to life on the road and meditation.  It was great to reconnect with Sarah. Sarah Daley (South Elgin, IL) began her training at the Faubourg School of Ballet in Illinois under the direction of Watmora Casey and Tatyana Mazur. She is a 2009 graduate of the Ailey/Fordham BFA Program in Dance. Ms. Daley has trained at institutions such as the Kirov Academy, National Ballet School of Canada, The San Francisco Conservatory of Dance, and intensives at Ballet Camp Illinois and Ballet Adriatico in Italy. She is a recipient of a Youth America Grand Prix Award and an ARTS Foundation Award. She was a member of Ailey II and joined the Company in 2011.

Barry Kerollis was born in Philadelphia, PA. He began his training at the Chester Valley Dance Academy and continued on scholarship at the Kirov Academy of Ballet and the School of American Ballet. Mr. Kerollis began his professional career in 2003 with the Houston Ballet. The following season Barry joined Pacific Northwest Ballet, where he danced leading and featured roles for seven seasons. He currently works as a Choreographer, Principal Guest Artist, and Instructor based out of Philadelphia. Barry is also an award-winning choreographer. He was selected out of over 60 applicants to choreograph at the 2014 National Choreographers Initiative in Irvine, CA. In 2015, Barry was selected as a finalist in both the McCallum Theatre’s 18th annual Choreography Festival and the Visions Choreographic Competition. Mr. Kerollis has also received an Outstanding Choreographer award at the Youth America Grand Prix. Beyond these achievement, Barry has created works for the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, Seattle’s “Men in Dance” festival, Alaska Dance Theatre (in collaboration with the Alaska Native Heritage Center), Pulse Dance Company, and four works for Pacific Northwest Ballet’s annual Next Step choreographers showcase. Currently, Barry is developing “Core-ography: A Global Dance Storytelling Project.” This mini-documentary style film project shares 12 professional dancer’s life-defining stories through revealing interviews and movement. These interviews can be viewed on Core-ography’s Youtube channel. Barry Kerollis website You Tube Channel Barry's Blog Balancing Pointe Facebook Page  Twitter - Balancing Pointe    

Philip Deal, native of Virginia Beach, Virginia, is an internationally renowned classical and contemporary dancer. He is an award winning choreographer and teacher, whose works have been commissioned by dance companies, schools, and professional dancers in the United States and abroad. At 10, Philip followed Jazz Master Frank Hatchett to NYC to train under him at the Broadway Dance Center while studying at Wiest-Barron school of TV. At 14, he received his training at the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington D.C. and toured with the Kirov Ballet of St. Petersburg Russia across America for three years performing as a soloist in The Nutcracker while spending his summer time at School of American Ballet and the American Ballet Theatre’s Young Dancer’s Program NYC. At the age of 16, Philip was the youngest full-ranking soloist in the history of the Komische Oper in Berlin, Germany. At 18, he was the youngest ever and only American ever to win a medal at the Concours International de Danse de Paris performing original choreography by Mia Michaels. In 2002, he taught ballet at STEPS on Broadway in New York City in its International Young Dancers Program. Philip has taught master classes and judged at regional and national dance competitions such as Dance Masters of America, Dance Educators of America and Aspire. Yoga, Pilates, Pole Fitness, Aerial Fitness Philip is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance and received his certification through YogaFit Training Systems. He received his advanced Yoga training under Master Adam Nguyen, a descendant of Quang Trung Nguyen Hue, the 18th century Vietnamese King and Yoga Master at the International Yoga Institute in Virginia Beach. He has practiced Tantra Yoga with Hot Nude Yoga creator Aaron Star. He is also a certified Aerial Yoga instructor with Atmosphere Fitness. Philip is also a certified Pilates mat instructor. Philip began Pole Dancing when he was a featured dancer in North Carolina at Chasers Bar, Charlotte’s only all male nude review. He received his Pole Fitness certification through Crunch Gym, NYC X-Pert Teacher Training under Kyra Johannesen. He has competed in pole nationally at the American Pole Fitness Championships, National Aerial Pole Art, and Polesque. In November 2012 he won the silver medal at the Southern Pole Championships in Houston, Texas in the senior dramatic division. Now he teaches Pole, Aerial Silk, Aerial Hoop, Flexibility, Hand Balancing at North Shore Pole Fitness in Lawrence, MA. Philip Just completed the Animal Flow Coach workshop with Mike Fitch owner of Global Body Weight Training to become a certified Animal Flow Coach. Philip is a Level 2 certified Parkour instructor with USA Parkour a subdivision of the World Freerunning & Parkour Federation Adult Entertainment/Sex Education Five years ago Philip became an overnight sensation on the adult social network XTube as Adam Likes Apples. He began producing and directing his own brand of amateur porn. That summer he won "Best Video of the Year" at the Amateur Porn Star Awards hosted by XTube presented by EXXXotica in Miami, FL. At the time he was the #1 most viewed XTuber with over 5,000,000 video views. He worked for the reality webcam show Hot Cam Boiz as an actor and webcam model. As Adam, Philip became an infamous and renown blogger teaching his Tantra Yoga for Men, Stamina Training Techniques, and Exotic Male Dance. Philip is listed on the New School for Erotic Touch and the Orgasmic Yoga Institute as a sexologist and instructor, creating original video content for adult sex education. Today Philip holds classes and workshops in Tantra, Adult Sex Education, and Erotic Massage.

Sarah Daley(South Elgin, IL) began her training at the Faubourg School of Ballet in Illinois under the direction of Watmora Casey and Tatyana Mazur. She is a 2009 graduate of the Ailey/Fordham B.F.A. Program in Dance. Ms. Daley has trained at institutions such as The Kirov Academy, National Ballet School of Canada, The San Francisco Conservatory of Dance, and intensives such as Ballet Camp Illinois and Ballet Adriatico in Italy. She is a recipient of a Youth America Grand Prix Award and an ARTS Foundation Award. She was a member of Ailey II and joined the Company in 2011.

Ballet students from the Kirov Academy of Ballet of Washington, D.C. bring Degas's artworks to life in the Phillips's galleries in honor of special exhibition Degas's Dancers at the Barre: Point and Counterpoint on view October 1, 2011 through January 8, 2012 at The Phillips Collection.

Ballet students from the Kirov Academy of Ballet of Washington, D.C. bring Degas's artworks to life in the Phillips's galleries in honor of special exhibition Degas's Dancers at the Barre: Point and Counterpoint on view October 1, 2011 through January 8, 2012 at The Phillips Collection.