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"Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey with special guest, Robert Battle, choreographer, artistic director and newly appointed resident choreographer for the Paul Taylor Dance Company.In this episode of "Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey, host Joanne Carey interviews Robert Battle. Together they discuss Robert's journey from his early beginnings in dance in Miami, his experiences at Juilliard, and his time as artistic director of the iconic Alvin Ailey Dance Theater. Robert shares insights on the importance of mentorship, the creative process in choreography, and the significance of celebrating humanity through art. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of a career in dance, emphasizing the value of connection and community in the arts.Robert Battle's journey to the top of the modern dance world began in the Liberty City neighborhood of Miami, Florida where he showed artistic talent early and studied dance at a high school arts magnet program. From there he attended Miami's New World School of the Arts and then the dance program at The Juilliard School where he met his mentor Carolyn Adams. He danced with Parsons Dance from 1994 to 2001, and set his choreography on that company starting in 1998. Mr. Battle founded his own Battleworks Dance Company in 2002 which performed extensively at venues including The Joyce Theater, American Dance Festival, and Jacob's Pillow. A frequent choreographer and artist in residence at Ailey Ailey American Dance Theater since 1999, he set many of his works on the Ailey Company and Ailey II. In July 2011 he was personally selected by Judith Jamison to become Artistic Director of Ailey, making him only the third person to head the Company since it was founded in 1958. During his 12 years as Artistic Director he expanded the Ailey repertory with works by artists as diverse as Kyle Abraham, Mauro Bigonzetti, Ronald K. Brown, Rennie Harris, and Paul Taylor. He also instituted the New Directions Choreography Lab to help develop the next generation of choreographers. He stepped down from the position in 2023.For more information about Robert Battle and the Paul Taylor Dance Companyhttps://paultaylordance.org/“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey wherever you listen to your podcasts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dancetalkwithjoannecarey.com/Follow Joanne on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdanceTune in. Follow. Like us. And Share.Please leave a review!“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey"Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."

How do local theater companies shape the communities they call home? What role does art play in building connections, sparking creativity, and enriching our lives? In this Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we're joined by Stephanie Demos, President and Co-Founder of Zoetic Stage, Miami's not-for-profit, professional theater company. We invited Stephanie to showcase the beauty of Miami's theater scene and share how fostering local arts can transform neighborhoods, inspire individuals, and create lasting cultural impact. Besides her significant role in the Miami theater scene, Stephanie is also an accomplished civil litigator! But even more fascinating—her theater company's productions have roots in original talents like her husband, Christopher Demos Brown, whose play 'American Son' debuted on Broadway, featuring Kerry Washington (and now streams on Netflix)! Join us as Stephanie shares insights on founding a theater company, supporting local talent, and the unique challenges and triumphs of keeping the arts alive in Miami. What to expect in this episode: Supporting Local Theater Talent: Learn about Zoetic Stage's mission to nurture and showcase Miami's local theater talent. Reimagining Classics: 'Fiddler on the Roof' at Zoetic Stage – Explore the creative process behind Zoetic Stage's fresh take on classic plays like Fiddler on the Roof, opening in March 2025. The Impact of Professional Theater on Miami's Arts Scene: How Zoetic Stage and other professional theaters contribute to Miami's cultural landscape. Upcoming Productions at Zoetic Stage: Get a sneak peak into Zoetic Stage's exciting new productions and their approach to fresh, compelling storytelling. Key Actionable Takeaways: Diversify Team Interests to Enrich Workplace Culture: Foster a more dynamic and inclusive workplace by encouraging diverse interests and passions among your team. Support Local Arts to Strengthen Community Ties: Build deeper connections with your community by supporting local arts and cultural initiatives. Collaborate with Creative Sectors to Expand Networks: Explore opportunities for collaboration with the creative industry to broaden your influence and network. Leverage Personal Passions to Boost Innovation: Tap into employees' personal passions to drive innovation and enhance your company's approachability.   Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to The Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb! Subscribe, rate, review, and share this episode of the Cut to the Chase: Podcast to stay ahead in your legal practice!   Resources: Get tickets to Fiddler on the Roof & The Comeuppance (hurry, tickets are going fast!): https://www.zoeticstage.org/tickets.php Learn more about Zoetic Stage: https://www.zoeticstage.org Follow Zoetic Stage on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoeticstagemia New World Symphony: https://www.nws.edu New World School for the Arts: https://nwsa.mdc.edu Stephanie's firm - Beasley, Demo, & Brown LLC: https://www.beasleydemos.com/stephanie-demos   This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.

Ep.222 José Parlá (b.1973) creates paintings and multidisciplinary works based on his interest in hybrid forms of abstraction. He draws inspiration from various mediums including music, calligraphy, dance, and the decay of urban architecture and advertisements. His works poetically challenge ideas about language, politics, identity, and how we define places and spaces. Parlá's relationship with mark-making is physical and textural, incorporating the body's gestures into a painterly stream of consciousness composed of areas of addition, erasure, and layering that challenge the status quo of visual culture. Parlá was born to Cuban parents in Miami, Florida, and lives and works out of Brooklyn, New York. He studied painting at Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) in Savannah, Georgia; the New World School of the Arts, Miami, Florida; and Miami Dade College, Miami, Florida. Solo exhibitions of Parlá's work have been organized at institutions such as The Bronx Museum, New York (2022); Gana Art Center, Seoul (2022); Istanbul'74, Istanbul (2019); Hong Kong Contemporary Art (HOCA) Foundation, Hong Kong (2019); Neuberger Museum of Art, New York (2018); SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah (2017); Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), New York (2017); Goss-Michael Foundation, Dallas (2016); High Museum of Art, Atlanta (2015); amongst others. Public arts projects include permanent large-scale commissions including Far Rockaway Writer's Library, a collaboration between Snøhetta and Parlá, New York (2023); University of Texas, Austin (2018); ONE World Trade Center, New York (2015); A collaboration with Snøhetta, Hunt Library at North Carolina State University, Raleigh (2013); Barclays Center, New York (2012); Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), New York (2012); Concord City Place, Toronto (2010). Select group exhibitions and biennials include The Culture: Hip Hop & Contemporary Art in the 21st Century, Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore (2023); Brooklyn Abstraction, Four Artists, Four Walls, Brooklyn Museum, New York (2022); Reflections, Gana Art, Seoul (2019); Glasstress, Fondazione Berengo Art Space, Venice (2019); Beyond the Streets, New York (2019); Yasiin bey: Negus, Brooklyn Museum, New York (2019); Victors for Art, University of Michigan Museum of Art, Ann Arbor (2017); Post No Bills: Public Walls as Studio and Source, Neuberger Museum of Art, New York (2016); Seeing, Saying, Images and Words, Van Every/Smith Galleries, Davidson College, North Carolina (2016); Wrinkles of the City: Havana Cuba: JR & José Parlá, the Havana Biennial, Havana (2012); amongst others. Parlá's work is in several public collections including the Brooklyn Museum, New York; The British Museum, London; Buffalo AKG Art Museum, New York; El Espacio, Miami; POLA Museum of Art, Japan; Pérez Art Museum Miami, Florida; The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville, NY; The Neuberger Museum of Art, New York; and The National Museum of Fine Arts, Havana. Parlá serves on the board of National YoungArts Foundation. Parlá has received numerous awards, including the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, Alumni Achivement Award (2024) Gordon Parks Foundation Fellowship (2023), the Hirshhorn Museum Artist x Artist honoree (Hank Willis Thomas x José Parlá) (2023), National Young Arts Foundation Award (2022), Americans for the Arts National Art Award (2022), Americans for the Arts Public Art Network (2019), Miami Dade College Alumni Hall of Fame Award inductee (2016), Brooklyn Arts Council honoree (2014), Institute of Contemporary Arts(ICA) London – Grand Prize (2013), Heartland Film Festival - Best Documentary Short and Best U.S. Premiere for Wrinkles of the City, Havana (2013) Scholastic Art Award. Photographer James Chororos

Mars is a talented muralist, graffiti artist, and sign painter based in Miami, with Colombian American roots. Her journey began in 2004 with graffiti, and by 2006, she was studying at the New World School of the Arts in Miami, where she explored fine art, drawing, and photography. By 2014, she had solidified her reputation as a skilled muralist and sign painter in the vibrant Miami art community. Mars has contributed her artistic talents to local businesses, creating eye-catching murals, and has worked with globally recognized brands and organizations on various projects. @Mars

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Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; I'm Dr. Bob Lawrence. It's time to Discover, Learn, and Play jazz piano!I am thrilled to welcome back to Jazz Piano Skills, Dr. JB Dyas. Dr. JB Dyas has been a leader in jazz education for the past two decades. Currently, Vice President for Education and Curriculum Development at the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, Dyas oversees the Institute's education and outreach programs, including Jazz in America (www.jazzinamerica.org), one of the most significant and wide-reaching jazz education programs in the world. He has presented jazz workshops, teacher-training seminars, and jazz "informances" worldwide with such renowned artists as Ambrose Akinmusire, Don Braden, Bobby Broom, Dave Brubeck, Gerald Clayton, Robin Eubanks, Herbie Hancock, Antonio Hart, Ingrid Jensen, Sean Jones, Delfeayo Marsalis, Christian McBride, Bobby Watson, and Steve Wilson.Prior to his current position at the Hancock Institute, Dyas served as Executive Director of the Brubeck Institute where he implemented its College Fellowship Program, Brubeck Festival, Summer Jazz Colony, and Jazz Outreach Initiative. Before that, he served as Director of Jazz Studies at Miami-Dade College – one of the nation's largest and most multi-cultural colleges, and New World School of the Arts – Miami's award-winning performing arts high school.Throughout his career, Dyas has performed across the country, designed and implemented new jazz curricula, directed large and small ensembles, and taught various jazz courses to students at virtually every level of musical development – age seven to seventy, beginner to professional, learning-challenged to prodigy. He has conducted jazz and tune-learning clinics, adjudicated high school and collegiate jazz festivals, and presented numerous jazz seminars throughout the United States and in Australia, Canada, Columbia, Cuba, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Russia, and Turkey. He also teaches Jazz Pedagogy at the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, is on the faculty of the Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshop, and serves as an adjudicator for the Annual GRAMMY Music Educator Award.Additionally, Dyas has written for DownBeat magazine and other national music publications, presented clinics, and performed at a number of International Association for Jazz Education (IAJE) and Jazz Education Network (JEN) Annual Conferences, co-founded the International Sisters in Jazz Collegiate Competition, served on the Smithsonian Institution's Task Force for Jazz Education in America, and contributed the chapter “Defining Jazz Education” to the biography, "David Baker - A Legacy in Music." Dyas recently introduced his “What is Jazz and Why It's Important to the World” lecture for International Jazz Day, for which he annually presents education events in conjunction with the Hancock Institute and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). He also has made a series of teacher-training jazz education videos (all available at jbdyas.com), including a national webinar along with Herbie Hancock and US Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the importance of jazz education in our public schools.Dr. Dyas received his Master's in Jazz Pedagogy from the University of Miami and Ph.D. in Music Education from Indiana University. He is a recipient of the DownBeat Achievement Award for Jazz Education. A professional bassist, Dyas has performed well over a thousand jazz and commercial dates throughout his career and continues performing in various jazz and commercial music settings.Now, sit back, relax, and welcome back to JazzPianoSkills, Dr. JB Dyas!Support the show

Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; I'm Dr. Bob Lawrence. It's time to Discover, Learn, and Play jazz piano!I am thrilled to welcome back to Jazz Piano Skills, Dr. JB Dyas. Dr. JB Dyas has been a leader in jazz education for the past two decades. Currently, Vice President for Education and Curriculum Development at the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, Dyas oversees the Institute's education and outreach programs, including Jazz in America (www.jazzinamerica.org), one of the most significant and wide-reaching jazz education programs in the world. He has presented jazz workshops, teacher-training seminars, and jazz "informances" worldwide with such renowned artists as Ambrose Akinmusire, Don Braden, Bobby Broom, Dave Brubeck, Gerald Clayton, Robin Eubanks, Herbie Hancock, Antonio Hart, Ingrid Jensen, Sean Jones, Delfeayo Marsalis, Christian McBride, Bobby Watson, and Steve Wilson.Prior to his current position at the Hancock Institute, Dyas served as Executive Director of the Brubeck Institute where he implemented its College Fellowship Program, Brubeck Festival, Summer Jazz Colony, and Jazz Outreach Initiative. Before that, he served as Director of Jazz Studies at Miami-Dade College – one of the nation's largest and most multi-cultural colleges, and New World School of the Arts – Miami's award-winning performing arts high school.Throughout his career, Dyas has performed across the country, designed and implemented new jazz curricula, directed large and small ensembles, and taught various jazz courses to students at virtually every level of musical development – age seven to seventy, beginner to professional, learning-challenged to prodigy. He has conducted jazz and tune-learning clinics, adjudicated high school and collegiate jazz festivals, and presented numerous jazz seminars throughout the United States and in Australia, Canada, Columbia, Cuba, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Russia, and Turkey. He also teaches Jazz Pedagogy at the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, is on the faculty of the Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshop, and serves as an adjudicator for the Annual GRAMMY Music Educator Award.Additionally, Dyas has written for DownBeat magazine and other national music publications, presented clinics, and performed at a number of International Association for Jazz Education (IAJE) and Jazz Education Network (JEN) Annual Conferences, co-founded the International Sisters in Jazz Collegiate Competition, served on the Smithsonian Institution's Task Force for Jazz Education in America, and contributed the chapter “Defining Jazz Education” to the biography, "David Baker - A Legacy in Music." Dyas recently introduced his “What is Jazz and Why It's Important to the World” lecture for International Jazz Day, for which he annually presents education events in conjunction with the Hancock Institute and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). He also has made a series of teacher-training jazz education videos (all available at jbdyas.com), including a national webinar along with Herbie Hancock and US Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the importance of jazz education in our public schools.Dr. Dyas received his Master's in Jazz Pedagogy from the University of Miami and Ph.D. in Music Education from Indiana University. He is a recipient of the DownBeat Achievement Award for Jazz Education. A professional bassist, Dyas has performed well over a thousand jazz and commercial dates throughout his career and continues performing in various jazz and commercial music settings.Now, sit back, relax, and welcome back to JazzPianoSkills, Dr. JB Dyas!Support the show

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Vince Verderame.  He's an extraordinary drummer and percussionist whose portfolio career spans 3 decades. He's toured the world with numerous Latin pop artists such as Ricky Martin and Raul Di Blasio; was an accompanist/composer/educator for the Dance Dept at the New World School for the Arts in Miami; and toured with the acclaimed Jonathan Kreisberg Trio. Though he's been with the Blue Man Group in Las Vegas for the past 22 years as a musician and music director, he is still busy subbing on numerous Vegas Shows such as Tom Jones and the Lion King. He recently wrapped up a year as drummer and music director for a project with Derek Hough of Dancin' with the Stars. Everyone who wants to work in the arts should hear what he has to say about collaborations and putting the audience first!   Vince unpacks the intricacies of touring life, the role of marketing in a musician's career, and the surprising ways in which acting chops are crucial to performers in non-verbal settings. This episode also serves as a masterclass in balancing the repetition of long-term gigs with the spark of personal passion. Vince opens up about the strategies that artists like himself and dancers use to keep their performances fresh night after night, ensuring they honor their ethical responsibility to provide a mesmerizing experience for paying audiences. Tune in for a trove of practical advice and heartfelt insights, whether you're a seasoned artist or simply curious about the mechanics of making a living from your art.

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Vince Verderame.  He's an extraordinary drummer and percussionist whose portfolio career spans 3 decades. He's toured the world with numerous Latin pop artists such as Ricky Martin and Raul Di Blasio; was an accompanist/composer/educator for the Dance Dept at the New World School for the Arts in Miami; and toured with the acclaimed Jonathan Kreisberg Trio. Though he's been with the Blue Man Group in Las Vegas for the past 22 years as a musician and music director, he is still busy subbing on numerous Vegas Shows such as Tom Jones and the Lion King. He recently wrapped up a year as drummer and music director for a project with Derek Hough of Dancin' with the Stars. Everyone who wants to work in the arts should hear what he has to say about collaborations and putting the audience first!   Las Vegas, with its dazzling stages and high stakes, sets the backdrop for a candid discussion about the ebbs and flows musicians face. The silence of a break from performing can be as profound as the music itself. Vince shares how these pauses can lead to personal renaissance and a deeper connection to one's own artistry. For those looking to strike it big in this city of dreams, Vince shares wisdom on building a stable life while chasing opportunities, all the while ensuring passion doesn't get lost during pragmatic career moves.Our episode continues with an exploration of the harmonies and discord found in the relationships that define the music industry. Vince talks about the art of authentic networking, avoiding the false notes of desperation, and the dance of collaboration within the complex world of music and entrepreneurship. He shares how family ties can blend with business, creating a unique creative partnership. As we reflect on the pandemic, Vince's experiences underscore the enduring power of music to connect us, even in the most trying times.

Zachary Balber is a photo artist who has been a frequent presence in the Miami contemporary art circuit exhibition since he got his BFA in Creative Photography at the University of Florida, New World School of the Arts, in 2009. His work has also been included in several American private and institutional collections. Intimate Stranger is a photographic series produced in Miami by Zachary Balber between 2013 and 2020. Zachary has created 150 photos in which he has taken, very rapidly and without authorization, self-portraits during photo sessions of high-end real estate, in various poses, and in various degrees of undress. -- Intro/Outro: "Balls" by Sparks -- Discussed: “Photography: The Middle Class Medium” Family Propaganda Portraits Photo-Marxism Bruce Weber Susan Sontag Cindy Sherman Walker Evans Loriel Beltran Marvin Heiferman Jose Antonio Navarette “Avedon Smiles” > Richard Avedon: Nastassja Kinski and the Serpent Brene Brown Weegee Alfred Dupont Building, downtown Miami Allappattah > “Wynwood West” -- “Navigating through the excuses became part of the performance.” “The image is more important than the reality it captures.” “You are poking at people who can squish you.” “Is taking a picture a crime?” “I erase myself into these interiors.” “I left with all the conceptual goodies I could fathom.” “Interior decorating choices like a bad mixtape…With all of the resources at your disposal, this was your choice?” “Buildings will eventually be like a Mr. Potato Head, with interchangeable parts.” “Documenting architecture and fine art, I can map the gentrification that has happened in the last few years.”

We continue #AuGHOST with our most Nearly New World episode yet with 1985's SCHOOL SPIRIT! Roger Corman produces this ghostly comedy, directed by Allan Holeb (CANDY STRIPE NURSES), about a college student whose attempts to hook up with fellow student is interrupted by a deathly car crash! We discuss why New World passed on this movie yet still released 18 AGAIN! and others, the movie's excellent soundtrack, it's physical comedy, and, of course, Hog Day!  If ghosts scare you, no reason top be frightened of this one, the ghosts can become people and then ghosts again! Wait, is that even scarier? You be the judge! 

Through his abstract paintings, the Miami-born, Brooklyn-based artist José Parlá explores themes ranging from memory, gesture, and layering, to movement, dance, and hip-hop culture, to codes, mapping, and mark-making. Coming up in Miami in the late 1980s and early '90s, Parlá spent his adolescence and young adult years steeped in hip-hop culture and an underground scene that involved break dancing, writing rhymes, and making aerosol art. The art form still manifests, in wholly original ways, in his abstract works, which, while decidedly of the 21st century, extend in meaning and method back to ancient wall writings and cave drawings.On the episode, Parlá talks about his recent near-death experience with Covid-19; his activism with the collective Wide Awakes; and how his large-scale murals at locations including the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Barclays Center, and One World Trade Center trace back to his early days of painting elaborate wall works with aerosol.Special thanks to our Season 7 sponsor, Van Cleef & Arpels.Show notes: [07:37] Rey Parlá[11:45] Ciclos: Blooms of Mold[12:19] Augustin Parlá[13:13] Curtiss School of Aviation[14:05] José Martí[16:20] “Phosphene” series[18:27] “Polarities” series[18:32] “Breathing” series[23:25] Wide Awakes[23:26] For Freedoms[23:29] Hank Willis Thomas[23:31] J.R.[23:35] Wildcat Ebony Brown[24:28] “The Awakening”[32:04] “It's Yours”[34:17] Snøhetta[34:45] Ghetto Gastro[36:50] Craig Dykers[36:55] José Parlá's Studio[38:20] James B. Hunt Jr. Library[38:22] “Nature of Language”[38:47] Far Rockaway Writer's Library[56:56] “Brothers Back to Back”[59:51] “Parlá Frères”[01:00:03] Hurricane Andrew[01:00:12] Savannah College of Art and Design[01:01:32] New World School of the Arts[01:01:51] Mel Alexenberg[01:02:29] “Combine” by Robert Rauschenberg[01:06:29] “Gesture Performing Dance, Dance Performing Gesture” at BAM[01:06:30] Barclays Center mural[01:06:32] “One: Union of the Senses” at One World Trade Center[01:06:33] “Amistad América” at the University of Texas at Austin[01:12:08] Gordon Parks fellowship

The freelance life is no joke. It takes time, energy, and a drive that isn't for everyone. However, if you're able to stick it out, you could have a stellar career like Christine Flores.In this episode, I chat with my good friend and Freelance Queen of NYC, Christine Flores. We talk about the schedule of a freelancer, how we'll never like auditions, and the importance of listening to what you want to do and keeping an open mind.Christine Flores is originally from Toronto, Ontario and has been working with Pam Tanowitz since 2016. She graduated from New World School of the Arts (Miami) in 2015 with a BFA in Dance and received additional training at Springboard Danse Montreal, the Contemporary Program at Jacob's Pillow, and Cunningham Fellowship workshops. Named one of Dance Magazine's 2021 “25 to Watch”, Christine is currently based out of New York City and also performing with Company XIV, Danielle Russo Performance Project, Keigwin + Company, Dance Heginbotham, NVA & Guests, and Shinsa Collective.Connect with Christine!Instagram: @ChristineFl0resInterested in working with Brandon?  SIGN-UP for a FREE Coaching Consultation HEREBrandon helps pre-professional dancers find their voice as they navigate their careers and helps them stay accountable  when pursuing their goals.Through coaching, Brandon helps dancers define whats important for them and redefine what a successful life/career looks like.Learn more here: http://www.brandoncolemandance.com/career-coachingConnect with Brandon!Join his Email List: HEREInstagram: @itsBrandonColeman | @BreakingTheWallPodcastWebsite: www.BrandonColemanDance.com/BTWP

Raymond Saá in his studio Raymond Saá is a Cuban-American artist born in New Orleans and raised in Miami. He graduated from the New World School of the Arts in 1991, received his B.F.A. from the Maryland Institute College of Art in 1995, and studied at the Kunstakademie Dusseldorf in 1996. In 1997, he earned an M.F.A. from Parsons School of Design. Selected exhibitions include White Columns, the Islip Museum, Wave Hill, the Museum of Art Puerto Rico, and El Museo del Barrio. Saá received a 2019 Fellowship from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, in addition to awards from Public Art for Public Schools, the Pollack Krasner Foundation, the Joan Mitchell Foundation, and New Jersey Fellowship in Art. The artist lives and works in New Jersey. The Blue Bird, 2023 Raymond Saá Morgan Lehman Gallery 'The Blue Bird' series, 2023 Size: 30 x 24 in Medium: gouache collage on sewn paper 'The Blue Bird' series, 2023 Size: 30 x 24 in Medium: gouache collage on sewn paper 'The Blue Bird' series, 2023 Size: 30 x 24 in Medium: gouache collage on sewn paper

In her own words...“I read in the Washington Post article about how teen girls are at an increased risk of suicide today,” says Marissa Alma Nick. "Layla, the protagonist of REBEL IN VENUS, I believe may have been written for them, to give them hope, to allow them to feel seen, and to see themselves as their own hero. Possibly, REBEL IN VENUS can inspire them to believe they have a right to unburden themselves from internalized shame, and self-hatred.”In the words of others...The Cuban-German author graduated from the New World School of the Arts, received her BFA from the University of South Florida, and was selected for the Creative Capital Continued Education Program (host: Miami Dade Department of Cultural Affairs). She's moved to Los Angeles straight out of college, and signed to MSA dance agency where she worked as a freelance dancer in various music videos, commercials, tv shows, and movies. Then in 2012, Marissa moved back to Miami to start her own dance-theatre company Alma Dance Theater and became the founding artistic director for the festival: ScreenDance Miami.While in Miami she's been an adjunct professor for the University of Miami's Musical Theater Department and has produced, choreographed, and directed live shows for Art Basel Miami, Faena Miami, Tigertail Productions, Vizcaya Museum, Perez Art Museum, Showfields Miami, and Together Arts.

Welcome to JazzPianoSkills; I'm Dr. Bob Lawrence. It's time to Discover, Learn, and Play jazz piano!I am thrilled to welcome back to JazzPianSkills, Dr. JB Dyas. Dr. JB Dyas has been a leader in jazz education for the past two decades. Currently, Vice President for Education and Curriculum Development at the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, Dyas oversees the Institute's education and outreach programs, including Jazz in America (www.jazzinamerica.org), one of the most significant and wide-reaching jazz education programs in the world. He has presented jazz workshops, teacher-training seminars, and jazz "informances" worldwide with such renowned artists as Ambrose Akinmusire, Don Braden, Bobby Broom, Dave Brubeck, Gerald Clayton, Robin Eubanks, Herbie Hancock, Antonio Hart, Ingrid Jensen, Sean Jones, Delfeayo Marsalis, Christian McBride, Bobby Watson, and Steve Wilson.Prior to his current position at the Hancock Institute, Dyas served as Executive Director of the Brubeck Institute where he implemented its College Fellowship Program, Brubeck Festival, Summer Jazz Colony, and Jazz Outreach Initiative. Before that, he served as Director of Jazz Studies at Miami-Dade College – one of the nation's largest and most multi-cultural colleges, and New World School of the Arts – Miami's award-winning performing arts high school.Throughout his career, Dyas has performed across the country, designed and implemented new jazz curricula, directed large and small ensembles, and taught various jazz courses to students at virtually every level of musical development – age seven to seventy, beginner to professional, learning-challenged to prodigy. He has conducted jazz and tune-learning clinics, adjudicated high school and collegiate jazz festivals, and presented numerous jazz seminars throughout the United States and in Australia, Canada, Columbia, Cuba, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Russia, and Turkey. He also teaches Jazz Pedagogy at the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, is on the faculty of the Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshop, and serves as an adjudicator for the Annual GRAMMY Music Educator Award.Additionally, Dyas has written for DownBeat magazine and other national music publications, presented clinics, and performed at a number of International Association for Jazz Education (IAJE) and Jazz Education Network (JEN) Annual Conferences, co-founded the International Sisters in Jazz Collegiate Competition, served on the Smithsonian Institution's Task Force for Jazz Education in America, and contributed the chapter “Defining Jazz Education” to the biography, "David Baker - A Legacy in Music." Dyas recently introduced his “What is Jazz and Why It's Important to the World” lecture for International Jazz Day, for which he annually presents education events in conjunction with the Hancock Institute and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). He also has made a series of teacher-training jazz education videos (all available at jbdyas.com), including a national webinar along with Herbie Hancock and US Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the importance of jazz education in our public schools.Dr. Dyas received his Master's in Jazz Pedagogy from the University of Miami and Ph.D. in Music Education from Indiana University. He is a recipient of the DownBeat Achievement Award for Jazz Education. A professional bassist, Dyas has performed well over a thousand jazz and commercial dates throughout his career and continues performing in various jazz and commercial music settings.Now, sit back, relax, and welcome back to JazzPianoSkills, Dr. JB Dyas!Support the show

Welcome to JazzPianoSkills; I'm Dr. Bob Lawrence. It's time to Discover, Learn, and Play jazz piano!I am thrilled to welcome to JazzPianSkills, Dr. JB Dyas. Dr. JB Dyas has been a leader in jazz education for the past two decades. Currently, Vice President for Education and Curriculum Development at the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, Dyas oversees the Institute's education and outreach programs, including Jazz in America (www.jazzinamerica.org), one of the most significant and wide-reaching jazz education programs in the world. He has presented jazz workshops, teacher-training seminars, and jazz "informances" worldwide with such renowned artists as Ambrose Akinmusire, Don Braden, Bobby Broom, Dave Brubeck, Gerald Clayton, Robin Eubanks, Herbie Hancock, Antonio Hart, Ingrid Jensen, Sean Jones, Delfeayo Marsalis, Christian McBride, Bobby Watson, and Steve Wilson.Prior to his current position at the Hancock Institute, Dyas served as Executive Director of the Brubeck Institute where he implemented its College Fellowship Program, Brubeck Festival, Summer Jazz Colony, and Jazz Outreach Initiative. Before that, he served as Director of Jazz Studies at Miami-Dade College – one of the nation's largest and most multi-cultural colleges, and New World School of the Arts – Miami's award-winning performing arts high school.Throughout his career, Dyas has performed across the country, designed and implemented new jazz curricula, directed large and small ensembles, and taught various jazz courses to students at virtually every level of musical development – age seven to seventy, beginner to professional, learning-challenged to prodigy. He has conducted jazz and tune-learning clinics, adjudicated high school and collegiate jazz festivals, and presented numerous jazz seminars throughout the United States and in Australia, Canada, Columbia, Cuba, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Russia, and Turkey. He also teaches Jazz Pedagogy at the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, is on the faculty of the Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshop, and serves as an adjudicator for the Annual GRAMMY Music Educator Award.Additionally, Dyas has written for DownBeat magazine and other national music publications, presented clinics, and performed at a number of International Association for Jazz Education (IAJE) and Jazz Education Network (JEN) Annual Conferences, co-founded the International Sisters in Jazz Collegiate Competition, served on the Smithsonian Institution's Task Force for Jazz Education in America, and contributed the chapter “Defining Jazz Education” to the biography, "David Baker - A Legacy in Music." Dyas recently introduced his “What is Jazz and Why It's Important to the World” lecture for International Jazz Day, for which he annually presents education events in conjunction with the Hancock Institute and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). He also has made a series of teacher-training jazz education videos (all available at jbdyas.com), including a national webinar along with Herbie Hancock and US Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the importance of jazz education in our public schools.Dr. Dyas received his Master's in Jazz Pedagogy from the University of Miami and Ph.D. in Music Education from Indiana University. He is a recipient of the DownBeat Achievement Award for Jazz Education. A professional bassist, Dyas has performed well over a thousand jazz and commercial dates throughout his career and continues performing in various jazz and commercial music settings.Now, sit back, relax, and welcome to JazzPianoSkills, Dr. JB Dyas!Support the show

Join host Joanne Carey and listen in with Special Guest, Lloyd Knight, Principal Dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company. In this episode of “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey, Lloyd talks about his career with the company, his rehearsal process, his gratitude for his dance dreams being fulfilled, and his hopes for the future. 2023 is a special year for both LLoyd and the company. This year marks Lloyd's 18th Anniversary with the Martha Graham Dance Company as well as the company's 100th Anniversary; truly, a moment in history. And a moment in his-story: a legacy of "opening the doors for others and being a good example of being an artist, of being somebody who had a dream and followed it." LLoyd Knight was born in England and reared in Miami. He holds a BFA from the New World School of the Arts. Lloyd joined the Martha Graham Dance Company in 2005 and was promoted to principal in 2014. LLoyd was recently the February 2023 Cover Story of Dance Magazine. In 2010 he was also named by Dance Magazine the "Top 25 Dancers to Watch" as well as "Best Performer of 2015". *You can also catch LLoyd's IGLive interview with Joanne Carey on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real." Subscribe, Follow, Like Us and SHARE!

Join host Joanne Carey and listen in with Special Guest, Lloyd Knight, Principal Dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company. In this episode of “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey, Lloyd talks about his career with the company, his rehearsal process, his gratitude for his dance dreams being fulfilled, and his hopes for the future. 2023 is a special year for both LLoyd and the company. This year marks Lloyd's 18th Anniversary with the Martha Graham Dance Company as well as the company's 100th Anniversary; truly, a moment in history. And a moment in his-story: a legacy of "opening the doors for others and being a good example of being an artist, of being somebody who had a dream and followed it." LLoyd Knight was born in England and reared in Miami. He holds a BFA from the New World School of the Arts. Lloyd joined the Martha Graham Dance Company in 2005 and was promoted to principal in 2014. LLoyd was recently the February 2023 Cover Story of Dance Magazine. In 2010 he was also named by Dance Magazine the "Top 25 Dancers to Watch" as well as "Best Performer of 2015". *You can also catch LLoyd's IGLive interview with Joanne Carey on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real." Subscribe, Follow, Like Us and SHARE!

Hello and welcome back to a new episode of Her HypeSquad with Bosstrack! In this conversation I talk with Renee Lopez-Cantera, Sr. VP of Sales and Marketing with EKN Solutions. Renee and I talk about mindset, motivation and living authentically to your why. We talk about how to shape your mindset, pushing your limits, scaling mountains and even meditation. We had such an insightful and motivating discussion that I'm anxious to share with you! About Renee Lopez-Cantera Renee Lopez-Cantera has spent the last 20+ years working in various leadership positions in consumer marketing specializing in digital marketing strategy in varied industries including media, real estate, political, entrepreneurial and consumer product ventures. As the Sr. VP of Sales & Marketing, Renee works hands on with several companies and ad agencies leading development, strategy and marketing initiatives where endeavors are to enhance client growth via online sales. Over her career tenure, she has also led product development teams and partnerships with entrepreneurial organizations such as Emerge Americas and Enterprise Florida. Renee serves as an executive board member of Mindful Kids Miami, the New World School of the Arts, and the Hebrew Free Loan Association. She is also an active committee member of the United Way and Big Brothers Big Sisters. She Co-chairs the Code Art Circle of Ambassadors working to increase gender and racial diversity in computer science by providing underserved girls with full scholarships. In the corporate and tech arena she currently serves as a board member to start-up companies and has been awarded several awards including the distinguished Knight Foundation scholarship for Women in Tech held by the Commonwealth Forum. In this capacity, Renee and her colleagues collaborated and were encouraged to advance emerging technologies in their respective fields. Renee is an advisory board member for the University of Miami Marketing Department, and the University of Miami Department of Computing. She enjoys free time running outdoors and spending time with her husband and two daughters. Contact Renee: LinkedIn: @reneelopezcantera

We're back baby! And we got the episode for you, yes you! The creative in you that wants to break free or rather, wake up! On this episode we were blessed to have, Susie Garcia born and raised in Miami, Susie earned her B.F.A in Dance from New World School of the Arts/University of Florida. While attending school, she was chosen to be part of the Miami Heat Dancers where she danced and choreographed for 6 years (2002-2008). Today, the Heat organization holds a special place in Susie's heart as she continues to guest choreograph for the Miami Heat Dancers and eagerly holds a Championship ring. Susie became the assistant choreographer for the Marlin Mermaids in 2004. She always loved the stage, live performances, and she has performed with various artists such as Chino y Nacho, Daddy Yankee, Chayanne, Kanye West, Jamie Foxx, Pitbull, Ne-Yo, Will Smith, Chris Brown and more. Additionally, she toured with Shakira as part of the “Oral Fixation” Tour. Apart from the American Entertainment Industry, Susie is very involved in the Latin Market being the assistant choreographer for various award shows including Latin Grammys, Premio Lo Nuestro & Alma Awards. You may also recognize her from the FOX hit T.V. show “So You Think You Can Dance” where she was Top 20 in Season 4, as well as, the movie “Rock of Ages” that released in the summer of 2012 where she had the opportunity to work with Mia Michaels and Director Adam Shankman. Lastly, a performing appearance in “Dancing with the Stars” as choreographed by Mia Michaels. Susie is the proud Owner and Creative Director of Show Stopper Dance Studio, where she directs the program to its entirety as well as the studio's dance company. This podcast is brought to you by Creatives for Connection a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization built to fortify better business practices and inspire people to pursue their passion. Special thank you to our sponsor, HGAB Studios for the best space to create in Miami. Instagram handles: Creatives for Connection @cfcunite HGAB Studios @hgab_studios Susie Garcia @susiegarcia Sten Garcia @stenaction Amanda Julca @amanda_julca

GUEST INTERVIEW: Tovaris Wilson/DANCE HERO: Irene Cara RIP/BLAST FROM THE PAST: Atlanta's SUPER SHOW/TOPICS: Travis & Stacy create a piece for Atlanta Jazz Theater, Young instructors on dance conventions, Dance Teachers vs. Dance Educators, Review the steps on your break, Shout out to Janet Jackson, Prince, Broadway Dance Center (Tokyo), New World School of the Arts (Miami), Gary Harrison Dance Company, Kenneth Green, Dan & Company + Artistic Director Tina Yomans, Melanie Hobbs, Kenneth Payne, Jr. (Atlanta), Ms. Inez, Ms. Alice, Dan The Man's Family, Debbie Allen, Marguerite Derricks, Jamie King, Lori Werner, Mia Michaels, Jolin Tsai, Kida The Great, Rahsaan Patterson, Eddie Garcia, Keyausha Simpson, Tyce Diorio, Britney Spears, Beyoncé, Michael Jackson, Live in the NOW! Stay ready!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GUEST INTERVIEW: Tovaris Wilson/DANCE HERO: Irene Cara RIP/BLAST FROM THE PAST: Atlanta's SUPER SHOW/TOPICS: Travis & Stacy create a piece for Atlanta Jazz Theater, Young instructors on dance conventions, Dance Teachers vs. Dance Educators, Review the steps on your break, Shout out to Janet Jackson, Prince, Broadway Dance Center (Tokyo), New World School of the Arts (Miami), Gary Harrison Dance Company, Kenneth Green, Dan & Company + Artistic Director Tina Yomans, Melanie Hobbs, Kenneth Payne, Jr. (Atlanta), Ms. Inez, Ms. Alice, Dan The Man's Family, Debbie Allen, Marguerite Derricks, Jamie King, Lori Werner, Mia Michaels, Jolin Tsai, Kida The Great, Rahsaan Patterson, Eddie Garcia, Keyausha Simpson, Tyce Diorio, Britney Spears, Beyoncé, Michael Jackson, Live in the NOW! Stay ready!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Gay & Kristi as they talk with Aileen Rosa Sanchez about transformational leadership and how to bring new people into your development team. In this conversation they touch on topics like recruiting, training and advancing your team, reaching the hard to reach, embedding IDEA (inclusion, diversity, equity and access) values into your team culture and employee recognition. If you're leading and/or growing a team, you'll want to listen in to this one! Aileen Rosa Sanchez is the Senior Director of Philanthropy at Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota and Children's Home. She is a strategy, equity and fund development leader. Aileen's previous philanthropic portfolio includes Mayo Clinic, the Women's Foundation of Minnesota, and various Twin Cities nonprofits, as well as political and foundation engagement. Aileen helped co-found the Latino Economic Development Center in Minnesota and also the New World School of the Arts Alumni Foundation in her hometown of Miami, Florida. She has also helped build diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at various institutions.

"I've always chased that thrill." - Adele Myers on her lifetime in dance Today's guest is Adele Myers. Adele is a Miami based dance maker and Artistic Director of Adele Myers and Dancers (AMD), a national touring contemporary dance theater company made up of female athletes of the heart. For over a decade, AMD has been presented throughout the U.S with funding from the New England Foundation of the Arts, National Dance Project, and National Performance Network. Since relocating to Miami, she received commissions from Miami Light Project, Live Arts Miami and South Miami Dance Cultural Arts Center. She was an Assistant Professor of Dance at Tulane University and Connecticut College and has taught on faculty at New World School of the Arts in Miami. For more on this episode: Movers & Shapers: A Dance Podcast To learn more about The Moving Architects upcoming performances and events:  The Moving Architects

Sara Kay Godot! This my third video podcast, and this can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/cZKcrY901gQ I have known Sara for over 20 years! We went to the same theatre school in Miami, New World School of the Arts. When I started as a freshman she was already a sophomore. We watched all of each other's college plays, and saw each other every day at school. At one point I was also her roommate for a couple of months. Later we lost touch for few years. But since we both are now in LA, we have been able to reconnect, and we both have performed on each other's stand-up shows. After college Sara went to Chicago for several years where she did quite a variety of live theatre, but now she's in LA. She owns a psychology practice with her husband, produces stand-up shows, acts, auditions and also writes. She lives a full life and is fully back in action after taking a break from acting some years ago. A wonderful and warm talk! Sara's comedy website: sarakaygodotcomedy.com Sara's Instagrams: instagram.com/sarakaydoesstandup/ instagram.com/think_tank_comedy/ instagram.com/godotswaitingroom/ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Hello and welcome back to the TAMS Percussion Podcast. After some time off to finish up a busy semester, we are back with some fantastic guests! In this episode, we are joined with two of the cohosts of the @Percussion Podcast, Dr. Karlyn Viña, and Dr. Ksenija Komljenović. We take time to discuss the perspective of female percussionists in the industry and talk about the experiences of these educators and how the modern percussion studio must be accepting of everyone. We are thankful for Karlyn and Ksenija sitting down at talking to us about these important issues in the community and we at TAMS hope that this may help you become a more informed ally! Praised by the South Florida Classical Review for her "dazzling" and "incisive" performance, Dr. Karlyn Viña is a dynamic and creative percussionist based in Virginia. Dr. Viña is the newly appointed Assistant Professor of Percussion at Shenandoah Conservatory in Winchester, VA, and previously taught at Florida International University and New World School of the Arts in Miami, FL. During the summers, Karlyn serves as a percussion faculty member at Interlochen Arts Camp in Interlochen, MI. Karlyn maintains a busy schedule as an orchestral, chamber, and solo percussionist, and has a particular interest in works that incorporate theatrical elements. In addition to her teaching and performing, Karlyn can be heard as a co-host on the @Percussion Podcast and is proud to serve on the Percussive Arts Society's Education Committee. Karlyn earned her Doctorate of Musical Arts in Percussion Performance from the University of Miami as a fellow of the Henry Mancini Institute. Her dissertation focuses on the performance of works for theatrical percussion by Globokar, Kagel, and Smith. She also holds degrees in Percussion Performance and Music Education from The Boston Conservatory and the University of Maryland. Karlyn is proud to endorse Grover Pro Percussion, Marimba One, and Zildjian cymbals. Dr. Ksenija Komljenović (Belgrade, Serbia), a prizewinner of the International Percussion Competition Luxembourg, is a percussionist, educator, and composer. Throughout her career, she has performed, taught, and studied across Europe, the United States, and Asia. Ksenija is the first woman from Serbia with a Doctor of Musical Arts in Percussion Degree. She holds the Assistant Professor of Percussion position at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. Ksenija serves as a producer and host on the At Percussion Podcast. She is on the organizational committees of the Tierras South Texas Percussion Competition and the SoundWaves Festival. Ksenija's devotion to percussion is shaped by her advocacy for contemporary and chamber music, as well as intercultural collaboration. Her three chamber ensembles (PNEUMA, Vesna Piano/Percussion Duo, Balkan Percussion Duo) unite some of the finest young performers from across the world. Ksenija holds degrees from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, Illinois State University, and the Faculty of Music in Belgrade, Serbia. Her compositions and arrangements are published by Bachovich Music Publications. Ksenija is a Marimba One artist. For the full bios of these fantastic artists, you can find them on their websites: https://www.ksenijakomljenovic.com/ http://www.karlynvina.com/ ​

Originally posted in March 2021, we sat down with Dr. Patricia Au, coach and pianist, to talk about all things repertoire! When it comes to putting your best foot forward in any audition or gig, it all comes back to how you prepare. From picking out your package and what is going to highlight your voice the best to how to prepare a role and how to navigate coachings during COVID, join us in our conversation! For more information, visit www.patriciaau.com / or on Instagram @au_patricia Resources from the episode: Learn Your Music the Right Way Join our Freebie Vault to get access to our Weekly Practice Log Practice Makes Perfect: An Ode to the Practice Log Let's Get Social: Modern Singer book club Follow us on social media Search our website Check out our Shop Follow Ellen Follow Alyssa Known for her vivacious energy, Dr. Patricia Au works versatilely as a collaborative pianist, music director, vocal coach, and teaching artist. She has held positions at Boston Conservatory at Berklee, New England Conservatory, and Boston University Tanglewood Institute, as well as conducted masterclasses at Bucknell University and New World School of the Arts. As music director, she has led productions at Boston Conservatory at Berklee, OperaHub, and Boston Opera Collaborative. A frequent interpreter of contemporary music, she has workshopped with living composers, including Sofia Gubaidulina and John Harbison. Dr. Au currently serves as Resident Teaching Artist and Education Pianist with The Boston Lyric Opera where she has a passion for introducing young people to opera as a storytelling art. She received her DMA in Collaborative Piano from the New England Conservatory of Music in 2017 and her dissertation, “A New Edition of the Piano-Vocal Score of Jake Heggie's To Hell and Back” is available through Bent Pen Music, Inc. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/modern-singer-llc/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/modern-singer-llc/support

Yara Martinez was last seen on Fox's police drama pilot, DEPUTY, from David Ayer, Aquaman writer Will Beall, and eOne. She co-starred opposite Stephen Dorff as his wife, ‘Dr. Paula Reyes'. Martinez can currently be seen starring as ‘Miss Lint' in Amazon's highly reviewed reboot of the popular superhero franchise, THE TICK. Based on creator Ben Endlund's favorite comic, the series follows Arthur Everest, an obsessive ex-accountant who suspects his city is controlled by an evil supervillain. The pilot episode quickly became the most watched in the network's history. Martinez can also be seen starring as ‘Dr. Luisa Alver' in the CW's Golden Globe nominated comedy series, JANE THE VIRGIN opposite Gina Rodriguez. The series solidifies Martinez as a fan favorite for her portrayal of the recovering alcoholic who accidentally inseminated the titular ‘Jane' in the pilot episode. Martinez is currently shooting the last and final season. Yara also recurs on CBS's BULL playing Michael Weatherly's lead character, Bull's, ex wife. Previously, Martinez starred in the second season of HBO's critically acclaimed TRUE DETECTIVE opposite Colin Farrell and Vince Vaughn and in Amazon's ALPHA HOUSE about four Republican senators sharing the same DC house rental. Additional television credits include THE LYING GAME, NASHVILLE, HOLLYWOOD HEIGHTS, FACELESS, VANISHED, THE APOSTLES, SOUTHLAND, BREAKOUT KINGS, and SPACED. Born in Puerto Rico to Cuban parents, Martinez grew up in Miami and is fluent in both English and Spanish. She studied acting at the New World School of the Arts, and spent a summer with Anne Bogart's SITI company in Saratoga before receiving her BFA and eventually moving to Los Angeles to pursue her passion for television. Guest links: IMDB: Yara Martinez INSTAGRAM: @yaritafrita TWITTER: @yaritafrita Show Links: PMO PEP TALKS: Click here to reserve your seat PMO POP SELF-TAPE CLASS: Click here to sign up INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher Credits: WRITER: Bebe Katsenes SOUND DESIGN: Zachary Jameson WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Bebe Katsenes

Marcia Foster Dunscomb is a composer, author, educator, and pianist. She was a contributing author for the Thelonious Monk Institute for Jazz (Jazz In America), a consultant to the International Piano Teaching Foundation (IPTF), Educational Consultant in Jazz for the National Museum of American History, and Jazz Editorial Assistant for Jazz Expressions (Warner Bros. Publications). Works in print include Melody Maker, Let's Begin, Let's Read Music, and Let's Improvise (Melody Maker Press); Evolution of Jazz (McGraw-Hill);and Anatomy of Music (McGraw-Hill). Marcia is a contributing author and editorial assistant for Jazz Pedagogy: the Jazz Educator's Handbook and Resource Guide (Warner Bros. Publications); Teaching Jazz - A Course of Study (MENC/IAJE); and Jazz Studies Guide (MTNA/IAJE). She is a contributing author for numerous publications. Marcia is the National Music Credentials Officer for the National League of American Pen Women. As a clinician and adjudicator, she is a pioneer in the field of teaching jazz and improvisation to young children. She presented for the International Association of Jazz Education (IAJE), National Piano Foundation, and Stan Kenton Summer Jazz Camps. She was Director of Education for South Florida Friends of Jazz in Fort Lauderdale, Director of Education for Baldwin Piano & Organ Company, Atlanta, Georgia, and a music faculty member at the New World School of the Arts and Florida International University, in  Miami, Florida. Host: Diva JC http://wijsf.org  

(Florida News Connection) - As more than 200 organizations call on the Biden administration to extend the pause on student-loan repayments, some borrowers are finding success through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The Biden administration's approach to student-loan relief so far has been on improving or expanding a handful of programs that already were on the books, even as advocates press for the campaign promise of canceling $10,000 in student debt per person. Susan Garcia is a professor of the New World School of the Arts at Miami Dade College, who said she was able to see her loans forgiven in the modified program for educators, nurses and public employees who give 10 years of service. "It is $92,000 of payments that are being forgiven, that have been forgiven," said Garcia. "And for me that is, like, incredible because I'm, like, 58 years old, headed toward retirement, I have a 17-year-old son who is looking to go to college and trying to figure out how he's going to do that." Garcia is encouraging others to take advantage of the now-streamlined program which, according to the education department, already has forgiven $2 billion dollars in debt. The pandemic moratorium on federal student loans is set to expire after January 31. Garcia said the student-debt crisis is real. She credited organizations such as the American Federation of Teachers for pushing for reforms to make it possible for her loans to be forgiven, which started out at around $120,000. "Don't get me wrong, it wasn't like I didn't make payments," said Garcia. "I paid over $148,000, mostly interest only since I separated from school." One major change to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program allows all payments by student borrowers to count, regardless of loan program or payment plan. That waiver runs through October of next near. However, a survey by the Student Debt Crisis Center found that 89% of fully employed student loan borrowers said they were not financially secure enough to resume loan payments on February first. --- Check out our sponsors at Chase Bank, Ashley HomeStore and Caribbean Apparel clothing. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chris-pugh6/message

Guys !!! Can you believe how incredibly fast this year has going? Today Im introducing you to Sandra Portal Andreu-- Full of Energy Artist and Entrepreneur.... I Founder her at the cover of Heritage spanish  month on Amazon! Sandra is a Miami native with Cuban and Colombian roots. She's a multi-disciplinary artist, entrepreneur, and mother of two. Her passion for movement and design led her to create Tappas, a sustainable multi-level container that stores and displays everything from small bites to household items. Drawing inspiration from her artistic background, she wanted to create a product that people can enjoy from home. A statement piece that draws people in to come together, creating community. Sandra earned an AA from the New World School of the Arts, a BFA from the Florida State University, and her MS in Movement Sciences with a concentration in Biomechanics from Barry University Enjoy this episode , share with those that you love... Much love  Rebeca  

Three friends take a road trip to the Mojave desert where their complicated relationships are pushed to their breaking point as the group encounters a reclusive, murderous cult in director David Del Rio's "Road Head". David Del Rio is an American actor, director, and producer who has appeared in stage productions such as Pitch Perfect and Grease: Live, and has previously directed several short films. He graduated from New World School of the Arts in Miami, Florida, in 2006, and afterward graduated from the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts, School of Film and Television.     

Karina Eijo is a dedicated flutist, collaborator, and educator who has a passion for helping students build a good foundation. Ms. Eijo received a Bachelor of Music degree in Flute Performance from the University of Florida at New World School of the Arts, Cum Laude in 2015 where she performed in a variety of chamber music groups and was a flutist in the NWSA Symphony Orchestra. Ms. Eijo recently graduated in May 2020 with a Master of Music degree in Flute Performance with honors from Austin Peay State University where she held a graduate teaching assistantship as an instructor of record for Music Appreciation and social media. During her time at APSU, Ms. Eijo performed in the APSU Wind Ensemble, APSU Symphony Orchestra, and performed in multiple chamber music settings. Ms. Eijo has performed at the Mid-South Flute Association Festival and has performed in masterclasses in Miami and Clarksville with such artists as William Bennett, Bart Feller, Dr. Lisa Wolynec, Boris Allakverdyan, and Lorna McGhee. Karina Eijo has also performed at the Mid-South Flute Society Festival with the APSU Flute Choir. As a soloist, Ms. Eijo has performed Concerto in G Major, K. 313 by W.A. Mozart with the NWSA Symphony College Chamber Orchestra for the orchestra's inaugural concert. During her graduate studies, Ms. Eijo competed and won the 2019-2020 APSU Concerto Competition and performed Concertino, Op. 107 by Cecile Chaminade with APSU Symphony Orchestra. As an educator, Karina is passionate about making music accessible to everyone and was a Teaching Artist for Miami Music Project for three years, a non-profit organization that seeks to provide music to children in underserved communities. Karina's past teachers include Suzan Degooyer, Melanie Lançon, Rene Miska, and Dr. Lisa Wolynec. Instagram: @karinaeijoflute Facebook: Karina Eijo, Flutist Website: www.karinaeijo.com In this episode we talk about: - Karina's experience with injury - Flute Setup - Practicing: approaches and practicing away from our instrument - Considerations for avoiding injury --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thealignedmusician/message

RANDALL EMMETT (Producer), one of the entertainment industry's most prolific film producers, has produced over 120 feature films since his start as Mark Wahlberg's assistant in the 1990s. Combining financial acumen with an incisive creative sensibility, Emmett is partner and co-founder alongside George Furla of Emmett / Furla Oasis Films, a production company dedicated to the development, financing and production of top tier filmed entertainment for the theatrical marketplace with its own equity fund. Emmett recently directed two films. The first one is his debut feature called, MIDNIGHT IN THE SWITCHGRASS, starring Megan Fox, Emile Hirsch, and Machine Gun Kelly which had its World Premiere at Florida's Gasparilla International Film Festival. The second feature he just wrapped is called WASH ME IN THE RIVER, starring Robert DeNiro, Jack Huston, Willa FItzgerald, John Malkovich, and Quavo from the Migos. He has been very active during the Covid-19 Pandemic. In the last decade, Emmett's ability to package films with well-known actors and filmmakers resulted in major box office success – netting more than a billion dollars in the U.S. box office alone. His films have played at world acclaimed film festivals such as Sundance, Toronto, Berlin, Venice, Telluride, and many have been nominated for Independent Spirit Awards and Golden Globe Awards. In 2017, he premiered the highly anticipated film SILENCE directed by Martin Scorsese, starring Liam Neeson, Andrew Garfield and Adam Driver. Recently, Emmett wrapped production on IRISHMAN and is in pre-production on BOSS LEVEL, directed by Joe Carnahanstarring Mel Gibson and Frank Grillo. Later in 2018, he will premiere THE LIFE AND DEATH OF JOHN GOTTI starring John Travolta. Additionally, Emmett executive produced the hit Starz TV series Power, which won an NAACP award and is currently filming Season 5. Emmett / Furla Oasis have a slate of films for production in 2018 and 2019. Other films he produced and were released include the hit film LONE SURVIVOR starring Mark Wahlberg and Taylor Kitsch directed by Peter Berg, BROKEN CITY, starring Oscar winner Russell Crowe, Mark Wahlberg and Oscar winner Catherine Zeta Jones; the critically acclaimed END OF WATCH, written and directed by David Ayer, starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Peña. Born and raised in Miami, Emmett graduated from the respected performing arts high school, New World School of the Arts. As an undergrad, he attended the prestigious The School of Visual Arts in NYC where he found his calling as a producer. Presently, he speaks at various industry conferences and mentors up and coming filmmakers at UCLA's School of Continuing Education. He lives in Los Angeles with his family. Screen Heat Miami Screen Heat Miami (SHM) is hosted by veteran Miami based producers Kevin Sharpley and JL Martinez and each week covers the latest trends in the film, tv, and entertainment industry, including interviews with global and local industry leaders, all told from a "Miami" point of view.

Welcome to Episode 3 of Prints Unedited with Yamile Lima! We had a wonderful chat about teaching theatre with a social justice focus and some of the tools that Yami uses herself in her classroom. Yamile is a firm believer in the need to bridge the gap between education and the community, and the power of language to help uplift students and community members. Yami Lima is a Latinx Middle School Theatre Arts and Language Arts Educator for Miami Dade County Public Schools, one of the largest urban area schools in the United States. She holds her M.S. Ed. In Education and Social Change from the University of Miami and her B.F.A. in Musical Theatre Performance from New World School of the Arts Conservatory through the University of Florida. She has been a performing artist, designer, production assistant and director for over two decades in educational theatre, local theatres, private studios, films and voice over studios in Miami, FL. Her belief is that in education, as teachers, we need to integrate social justice, and SEL practices within the classroom to assist in affecting change in society. As a teacher-activist Yami believes that you must assist the community to help bridge the gap between what is done within the schools that works and implement it within the community. As Paulo Freire stated, “Teaching is a political act, no pedagogy is neutral.” Book Recommendations that Yami recommends in our video: Radical Possibilities by Jean Anyon Theatre of the Oppressed by Augusto Boal Everyday SEL in Middle School by Carla Tantillo Philibert (Also available for Elementary, Early Childhood and High School) Reading, Writing and Rising up: Teaching about social justice and the power of the written word by Linda Christensen Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire Edited by: Rachel Post Intro & Outro Music by: Marc Young Transcript: TBA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prints-unedited/support

Are you the kind of person who is so deeply moved by life that you find yourself feeling the experience in a very physical way? Goosebumps, physical pain, tears of joy, etc? This, along with many other things can mean that you are a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). On today’s episode, Christy Espinel joins us to shares of her experience growing up and discovering recently that she is an HSP. She shares about how this can be used as a powerful tool to positively impact your life.  Christy is a Miami native that has grown up surrounded by music and Hispanic heritage. She started choral singing at a young age and participated in various national choral ensembles as her love of expression through music only grew. She was chosen to attend the New World School of the Arts College where she participated in various productions. As an adult, Christy gained a passion for early childhood education through music. Her accomplishments in the field include becoming a certified Music Together teacher and even recently achieving the “Master Teacher” level with the Canta y Baila Conmigo program. She has taught countless families in the South Miami area for almost 10 years and continues to enjoy her long-lasting relationships with all the families lucky enough to find a spot in her classes.   In this episode we discussed:  Deconstructing the patterns that don’t serve us and tapping into the power of being sensitive. Permission to feel without judgement Traits of the HSP Gifts of the HSP   Links: christydockside@yahoo.com @littlebeatsmiami www.littlebeatsmiami.com Dr. Elaine Aaron author of: https://www.amazon.com/Highly-Sensitive-Child-Children-Overwhelms/dp/0767908724 Sensitive The Movie: The Untold Story https://sensitivethemovie.com/ Stay in Touch:  Website Instagram @deepchatspodcast Watch our interviews recorded live on YouTube   About Leah & Jenn Leah Morris is a Life & Relationship Transition Coach, founder of Life Remade, published writer, and motivational speaker... She helps people to authentically process their feelings, thoughts, and emotions in order to give them a deeper understanding of themselves and others. Using a range of modalities including art, coaching,  guided visualization, and even her own story and experience of marriage, divorce, and finding herself again - Leah specializes in helping you gain a solid sense of Self Worth, develop unshakable Confidence, and heal after emotional Heartbreak. The biggest lesson she's learned in life thus far is that "there is no greater place to begin putting your life together than when it's been broken apart. Connect with Leah at www.LifeRemade.com or on Instagram @leahemorris   Jennifer Butler is a Love and Transformation Coach who is dedicated to helping women fall deeply in love with themselves and awaken to their own internal power to create joy, love, and freedom in their lives. Working with women in three areas: Conscious Uncoupling, Calling in “The One,” & Self-Discovery, Jennifer teaches clients to identify and transform internal obstacles and expand their capacity to love and be loved. Jennifer received her Masters in Clinical Social Work from New York University in 2002. After working as a trauma social worker in the hospital system, she took time off to become a mom and write a book. Jennifer authored Excerpts from the Heart of a Mom, inviting readers into her personal life and parenting journey, and sharing fundamental insights to a conscious approach to parenting. She also began “Live Through the Heart,” a blog that inspires readers to live more consciously in their daily lives. Connect with Jennifer at www.jennjoycoaching.com or on Instagram @jennjoybutler_lifecoach   Subscribe + Review Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the podcast!  

Dancer Marlon Feliz shares her financial journey as a freelance performer from touring, to cruises, to Broadway.   Marlon is based out of New York City. Born in Dominican Republic and raised in Miami, FL, she grew up dancing to the latin rhythms of Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata with her loving family.   She received her foundational training in classical ballet and modern techniques at New World School of the Arts, and went on to earn her B.F.A. in Dance from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and in 2020 made her Broadway debut in the new revival of West Side Story, featuring choreography by Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker.   She has  worked with dance theater company Pilobolus since 2014, touring their Shadowland productions nationally and internationally. Spring of 2021 she is with the company once again to present Pilobolus repertory and programs wherever possible.   Currently Marlon is performing online in Speakeasy On Demand, presented by Holly-Anne Devlin of Kaleidoscope Entertainment. (Discount code below!)   Other credits include working with Broadway choreographers Warren Carlyle and Denis Jones on musical projects, and performing dance and aerial work on the high seas with Norwegian Creative Studios and Royal Caribbean Cruises.   Current Project - Speakeasy On Demand: https://www.speakeasyondemand.com/ Use code MARLON for 10% off.   Instagram @marlonthefemme: https://www.instagram.com/marlonthefemme/   Website: https://www.marlonfeliz.com/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlonfeliz   Pilobolus: https://pilobolus.org/   West Side Story on Broadway: https://westsidestorybway.com/   Links from the Patreon only episode:   Ellevest - Finance Company For Women, By Women: https://www.ellevest.com/   Actors Fund - Financial Education and Services: https://actorsfund.org/services-and-programs/finances-managing-money   Miata Edoga - financial educator for artists: https://abundancebound.com/about-miata/   ...   Interview by Ethan Steimel   Become a patron at: www.patreon.com/artisticfinance   www.artisticfinance.com www.patreon.com/artisticfinance instagram.com/artisticfinance twitter.com/ethansteimel facebook.com/artisticfinance youtube.com/artisticfinance

This is another fascinating conversation from PodMax!Before the pandemic, Fergie Philippe was playing the roles of Hercules Mulligan and James Madison in Hamilton on Broadway... then he decided he'd launch the official recap of the Muppet Show release on Disney+: It's Time To Meet The Muppets.He's originally from Miami,  so we connected there.  He attended Elon University and graduated with a BFA in Music Theatre. Currently, he is an Adjunct Faculty Member at New World School of the Arts.  Fergie is also a screenwriter and hopes to soon produce his own works with his production company “Et Toi Productions”. He also takes an interest in photography, puppetry and music.Connect with Fergie!On Instagram: @Fergsters95Check the It's Time To Meet The Muppets podcastConnect with ME! Also, I'd love it if you connected with me on LinkedIn or Instagram. Or shoot me an email at youshould@connectwithpablo.com with the "Heard CEC's Charod" in subject. This that's a genius email address?  Me too, but I didn't come up with it.  It was the idea of my good friend, and super talented web designer, Nathan Ruff. If you want your website redone, updated, and managed with unlimited updates for just $250/month (CRAZY GOOD DEAL RIGHT??), go to Manage My Website and hookup with one of the smartest, most talented guys I've ever met- THE Nathan Ruff.This is another amazing introduction from my buddies at PodMax.  If you don't have a podcast guesting strategy to grow your business, you're sleeping on one of the biggest free PR opportunities ever.  I highly suggest you sign up for the next PodMax eventSupport the show (https://connectwithpablo.com)

Hindsight HacKing is joined by a true Broadway professional today.  From the incredible show Hamilton, Fergie L Philippe.Fergie originally hails from Miami, Florida and he first caught the theatre bug at the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center where he learned about, auditioned for and was accepted into New World School of the Arts. He then attended Elon University and graduated with a BFA in Music Theatre.Before the pandemic, Fergie Philippe was plying the roles of Hercules Mulligan and James Madison in Hamilton on Broadway.Currently, he is an Adjunct Faculty Member at New World School of the Arts. Fergie is also a screenwriter and hopes to soon produce his own works with his production company “Et Toi Productions”. He also takes an interest in puppetry, photography, and music.And he started his own podcast Time to Meet the Muppets.It is time to redefine what success looks like for you… Connect with Fergie:https://www.instagram.com/fergsters95/https://twitter.com/fergsters95?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/meetthemuppetspod/Connect with Cory and Ron:Head over to Https://profitswithpodcasts.com to find out more about how your can easily launch and monetize a podcast.Or maybe you would like to learn more by jumping on a call with the guys?  Just book a time that works for you!https://calendly.com/hindsighthacking/connect?back=1&month=2020-11https://follow.comhttps://www.facebook.com/coryecarter Or you just want to check out their websites:Https://gethhm.comHttps://gethhm.com/editing

Venezuelan born, Miami raised actress Maria Corina Ramirez earned her B.F.A in Acting from New World School of the Arts. Shortly upon graduating, she took on several leading and supporting roles in theatres all across Miami in both English and Spanish. She has most recently starred in, written, and directed her debut feature film, Bridges. She previously starred in and co-wrote the Complex Network's first-ever scripted series, Grown. She has starred in two NBC-Telemundo TV series, two Cine Latino films, and over a dozen national campaigns and commercials. Combining her classical training with her voice as a Latina, she is constantly creating original content for the stage, film, television, and new media platforms. Her original work has been seen in Miami, Los Angeles, New York, the Cannes Film Festival 2012 "Shorts Corner" and the 2015 American Black Film Festival, among others. Her latest theatre piece, Supa'Nova, won an artist residencies at Miami Theatre Center and a producer's scholarship for the 2017 Hollywood Fringe Festival in L.A., where performances were sold out. When she is not acting or writing, she is doing yoga, making her family laugh, or traveling. Watch Maria's debut film at the upcoming Miami Film Festival!  https://miamifilmfestival.eventive.org/films/5fff796a4fceae0096ef6ad4 Find out more about Maria on her website at:  mariacorinaramirez.com Follow Maria on Instagram: @mariacorinaramirez And on Twitter: @mariacorinarami

Actor and entertainer Skyh Alvester Black joins us on THE GOOD WORD podcast! The former Beyoncé dancer and Miami, Florida native shares the power, importance and impact of prayer. He also shares his journey from fame to homelessness and back to fame as “Jacobi” on Director Tyler Perry's hit show Sistas on BET. Skyh began performing at the early age of five years old. Determined to excel in his passions he began studying the arts of dance & theatre at New World School of the Arts High School. His talents eventually afforded him a full scholarship at the coveted School of American Ballet, the official school of the New York City Ballet.  Skyh then moved to LA to pursue his acting and music career. With little support and no money, he sold all of his possessions and purchsed a one way ticket to Los Angeles. Skyh took a dance audition for Beyoncé, and at that very moment his life would forever change. He then went on to dance professionally for Beyonce, Mariah Carey, & Rihanna. 

Today we are joined by Lloyd Knight, Principal dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company. Born in England and raised in Miami, Lloyd trained at Miami Conservatory of Ballet and New World School of the Arts. He joined Martha Graham Dance Company in 2005 and performs the major male roles of the Graham repertory including […] The post (191) Lloyd Knight, Principal with Martha Graham Dance Company appeared first on tendusunderapalmtree.com.

An artist can't possibly teach us anything about entrepreneurship, right? Wrong. Today's Do This Sell More show is a clinic for entrepreneurs. It is especially valuable for people who sell professional services. Today I interview Beca Castel – A Miami-Base Artist who specializes in murals. In this interview you will discover: How to create a unique value proposition Why niche marketing is critical to commanding a fee premium How to differentiate yourself from everyone else who does what you do Why systems matter in any business, but especially in professional services And much, much more  About Beca CastelBeca Castel is a professional artist that specializes in custom paintings and murals for homes, businesses & commercial properties in South Florida. She is an alumnus of theprestigious New World School of the Arts. Her artwork has been showcased at Art Basel Miami in venues such as: SCOPE Miami, The Red Dot Art Fair and Art Fusion Galleries. You can also find her pieces in various Luxury Hotels in South Beach such as The Edition Hotel and The SLS Hotel South Beach.Here is her contact information:Beca Castel www.BecaCastel.comPhone: (305) 987-9121Facebook: @BecaCastelInstagram: @Beca_Castel Here is Your Guide to Dave Lorenzo's Interview with Beca Castel 2:20 Examples of Beca's art projects3:11 How Beca got her start as an artist5:00 Beca becomes interested in Entrepreneurship and makes an education decision6:30 How she came to realize that custom art was a better business model9:28 Why selecting this niche has helped Beca sell more art and command a fee premium10:17 How Beca selected custom murals as her differentiating factor11:55 Internet marketing helps artists cut out the middleman and make more money13:50 How an artist can learn to qualify their clients (this will work for your business too)19:46 Behind the scenes: How to help the client buy (vs. selling them)21:55 How to qualify a lead and determine what to charge for your work24:40 The design process makes or breaks the art and the business arrangement27:30 Step-by-Step process for doing a mural32:00 How Beca uses social media to market her work33:15 Managing productivity can be a challenge when an artist is busy35:10 The Qualifying process of an artist's clients36:46 Client urgency has an impact on the price of the work46:18 The Story of Beca's most famous project to date YOU ARE NOT ALONEIf you'd like to stay connected to Dave Lorenzo and a group of professionals who will support you, help you grow and connect you with ideal clients, join Dave Lorenzo's Inner Circle Community. During the Covid-19 crisis, Dave is offering his subscribers the opportunity to join as VIP members for a reduced rate of $147 per month or $1,047 per year. This investment is easily recouped thorough the acquisition of one new client. To apply for membership visit: https://davelorenzo.com/inner-circle-special-invitation/ or call 888.444.5150 

A conversation with my longtime friend and playwright of Our Dear Dead Drug Lord, Alexis Scheer. Alexis is one of the most intelligent people I know. She is as kind and caring and compassionate as she is articulate and witty. Her knowledge of herself and her experiences is refreshing and straight-up inspiring. I've wanted to sit down and put microphones in front of our mouths for a long time, but with her play currently running at WP Theatre off-Broadway - now seemed like the perfect time to go deep and break down what this experience has been like. This is Alexis' New York debut as a playwright and it is the very beginning of what I am certain will be a long and incredibly exciting career in this industry. Our conversation starts off with a quick recap of the history of this play and spirals into a dialogue about representation, spirituality, creative fulfillment, trust, relationships, and lands with a recent revelation about the "struggling artist" mentality. I have no doubt that you'll find a plethora of wisdom-nuggets that you'll carry with you. Alexis has a way of speaking about abstract topics in a way that's digestible and easy to grip on to. She inspires me to move through the world with more grace and trust that what I have to say is worth hearing. Alexis was named Rising Theatre Star by Improper Bostonian in the Boston's Best Issue and is currently featured on the Kilroys' List and Remezcla's 8 Exciting Latinx Playwrights. Plays include Our Dear Dead Drug Lord (world premiere Off-Broadway WP Theater/Second Stage; developed at Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Off the Grid Theatre, and McCarter Theatre Center; Kilroys' List, featured finalist at HowlRound's LTC Carnaval of New Latinx Work, Relentless Award semi-finalist, Bay Area Playwrights Festival finalist, 50PP's Best Unproduced Latinx Plays, 50PP's Best Latinx Plays for College); Laughs in Spanish (developed at Boston Playwrights' Theatre and San Diego REP), Christina (developed at Cleveland Playhouse; Roe Green Award Winner) and Chosen (BCA She Said Festival, Sanguine Theatre's Playwrights' Week). She is a proud Miami native and New World School of the Arts alum, and holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from The Boston Conservatory and MFA in Playwriting from Boston University. She also moonlights as the Producing Artistic Director of award-winning fringe company, Off the Grid Theatre.  The Come Up is a podcast that holds space for honest conversations about the reality of being a growing artist in the entertainment industry today. The myth of "making it" tells us that our happiness and fulfillment is dependent on a specific outcome when the truth is that there is no moment of arrival - the journey is never ending. This podcast will serve as an archive of individual perspectives and a source of inspiration for anyone navigating their own creative path. It's an opportunity to reflect on where we've been, where we're at, and where we're going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode we talk about everything from being a professional dancer, training for the Olympics, and how plungers can help you with your tight IT band! You are in for a treat, and guaranteed laughs! Raymond is from the Tampa Bay area in Florida. He is a Dancer, Singer, and Actor. Formally trained at New World School of the Arts in Miami, and the Ailey School in New York City. After the completion of the Fellowship program at the Ailey School, he performed in the Broadway production of 'The Wiz' at New York City Center. Later, he was in the ensemble with the Radio City Rockettes in the Christmas Spectacular for four seasons. Most recently, he performed with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings aboard the Oceania Riviera. Raymond: IG- @Raymond.lamar IG: @theartofbodylanguage Email: Theartofbodylanguage@gmail.com

In this week's episode you will learn about Samiyah and how she juggles having early onset arthritis, while dancing professionally. Your host will be demystifying early onset arthritis for the listeners! Samiyah Lynnice Parramore is a Florida native. She began her training at Academy of Ballet Arts and Artz 4 Life Academy, Inc. in the Tampa Bay Area, Fl. Miss Parramore is a graduate of New World School of the Arts and The Hartt School in Hartford, CT where she received a Bachelors in Fine Arts. She has toured the United States as a principle dancer with DunDu Dole West African Ballet in her youth and stared in the Chocolate Nutcracker as ‘Claire' and ‘The Dream Princess”. She has performed works by Martha Graham, Jose Limon, Doug Varone, Norbert DeLaCruz, Manuel Vignoulle, Darrell Grand Moultrie, Bryan Arias, and Stephen Pier. Miss Parramore has been accepted into various summer workshops such as Dance Theater of Harlem, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Martha Graham Dance Company, RIOULT, and White Mountain Dance Festival. Samiyah is excited to begin her first season with Cleo Parker Robinson Dance. Samiyah: IG- @s_miyah IG: @theartofbodylanguage Email: Theartofbodylanguage@gmail.com

PATTY SUAU – TINY FCKN PIX Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Cuban-American artist Patty Suau attended New World School of the Arts, high School and Maryland Institute, College of Art. Suau graduated from Florida International University (FIU) where she received her BA in International Relations, specializing in Economics. Suau continues to live and work in Miami as an artist. Drawings form the core of her work, and she is currently working on a series of miniature erotic drawings called TinyFcknPix. The sultry works measure no more than eight inches across and are framed offset in extra-large frames that present sex and sensuality with disarming elegance.

Joshua Jean-Baptiste and Edson Jean met as students at New World School of the Arts in Miami, where both learned how to become multi-hyphenates in this …

Trine is a sex and relationship healer, erotica artist and coach. She received her Master's degree from Pepperdine University's Business School in Organization Development, which combines Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology and Economics. She also holds a BFA in Theatre from New World School of the Arts. Trine worked as a modern dancer, actor and Reiki master for many years before opening three successful Pilates studios in Los Angeles. Today, Trine teaches women to trust and follow their deepest desires to create fun, fulfilling and lasting relationships. She is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and member of the International Coach Federation, and utilizes a number of healing modalities in her work, including the Sensual Stroking Practice, Reiki, and Trance Dance. She also teaches the Max Meditation System™ and performs Life-Activations through her certifications with the Modern Mystery School.