Podcasts about Pacific Northwest Ballet

Pacific Northwest Ballet is a powerhouse – and the same could be said for its Executive Director, Seattle native Ellen Walker. The fifth-largest ballet company in the nation, PNB has been thrilling audiences for more than 50 years. Ellen and Jon talk about her path to leadership at PNB; the health of Seattle's arts & culture sector; the importance of diversity in talent and audience; how PNB tries to build the patron base and more. Join us for Seattle City Makers with Jon Scholes and guest Ellen Walker.

Sarah Viens is Principal Trumpet of the Pacific Northwest Ballet Orchestra and Symphony Tacoma, and is an active performer in the Pacific Northwest. Sarah frequently performs with the Seattle Symphony, Oregon Symphony, Auburn Symphony, Oregon Ballet Theater, and the Seattle and Portland Operas. She is Second Trumpet with the Sunriver Music Festival, and has performed with the Britt Festival Orchestra, Chamber Music Northwest, and the Oregon Bach Festival.In this episode, we discuss the trappings of academic careers, orchestral careers, and orchestral economics! Tune in for part 2 with Sarah later this month!

On Sunday, comedian Bowen Yang joined other actors onstage at the Academy Awards, dressed in his costume from the movie 'Wicked' -- to praise the artist who dreamed it up. It’s hard to list all the projects the award-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell has been responsible for on Broadway, but here’s a sample: Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk, The Color Purple musical, In The Heights, and Hamilton - for which he won a Tony. On screen, he won an Emmy for his work on The Wiz! Live. And now, Tazewell has an Oscar to add to his list of accolades. Soundside host Libby Denkmann sat down with Tazewell when he was in town back in February, and in light of his win, we thought we would revisit that conversation. He was here for a new production at the Pacific Northwest Ballet.... an organization he has a long history with. His costumes for Kent Stowell's Swan Lake, which debuted in 2003, are still in use. This time around, Paul Tazewell created the lavish costumes for the company's re-imagined Sleeping Beauty -- from ball gowns and dinner jackets to tutus. Guest: Costume Designer Paul Tazewell Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his storied career, Paul Tazewell has dressed American revolutionaries, a scarecrow and a tinman, and witches with a penchant for pink and green. It’s hard to list all the projects the award-winning costume designer has been responsible for on Broadway, but here’s a sample: Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk, The Color Purple musical, In The Heights, and Hamilton, for which he won a Tony. On screen, he won an Emmy for his work on The Wiz! Live. Tazewell has two Oscar nominations: One for 2021’s West Side Story and most recently for Wicked, Part 1. His relationship with Seattle goes back to the early 2000s – the tutus he created for Pacific Northwest Ballet’s Swan Lake are still in use today. And Tazewell is back in town with a new PNB collaboration. He’s created the lavish costumes – from ballgowns and dinner jackets to tutus – for the company’s new production of The Sleeping Beauty. Guest: Paul Tazewell, costume designer for PNB's The Sleeping Beauty Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of "Conversations On Dance" we are joined by Elizabeth Yntema the president and founder of Dance Data Project, an organization that promotes gender equity through its research and analysis. Dance Data Project has just released its Artistic and Executive Director compensation report and Elizabeth helps us comb through the data to explore things like the remaining gender pay gap and pay increases for executives in spite of deficits. Visit dancedataproject.com to view the full report. https://www.dancedataproject.com/ddp-research/artistic-and-executive-compensation-report-2024/* ADDITIONAL NOTE regarding dancer compensation * Follow up from DDP: "In FY22, 1 company within the Largest 10 reported dancer salaries - San Francisco Ballet. In FY23, 4 companies within the Largest 10 reported dancer salaries - San Francisco Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Houston Ballet, and Pacific Northwest Ballet. Notably, all of the dancers with reported salaries were principal dancers."According to the IRS, here are the guidelines for which persons must be listed on Form 990s: "The organization must also list up to 20 current employees who satisfy the definition of key employee (persons with certain responsibilities and reportable compensation greater than $150,000 from the organization and related organizations), and its five current highest compensated employees with reportable compensation of at least $100,000 from the organization and related organizations who are not officers, directors, trustees, or key employees of the organization."Be in touch with Dance Data Project: https://www.dancedataproject.com/contact-us/.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/COD-email Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey and special guest, Isabella LaFreniere, Principal Dancer, New York City Ballet. In this episode of Dance Talk, host Joanne Carey interviews Isabella Lafreniere, a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet. They discuss Isabella's journey into dance, the challenges of continuous improvement, and the demanding schedule of a professional dancer. Isabella shares her experiences from a recent tour in Copenhagen, the significance of costumes in ballet, and her roles in The Nutcracker. The conversation highlights the dedication and hard work behind the glamour of ballet, as well as the excitement of upcoming performances. Isabella LaFreniere was born in Lambertville, Michigan, and began her dance training at the age of seven at the Northeast Academy of Dance under Giuseppe Canale and Scott Heinrich. At 11, she began studying with Anna Reznik and Alexei Kremnev, first at the Southold Dance Theatre in South Bend, Indiana, and then at the Joffrey Academy of Dance in Chicago, Illinois. She began studying at the School of American Ballet (SAB), the official school of New York City Ballet, during the 2008 summer course, and enrolled as a full-time student during the 2010 winter term. She received additional training at the Chautauqua Institution and Pacific Northwest Ballet summer programs. Ms. LaFreniere became an apprentice with NYCB in August 2013 and joined the Company as a member of the corps de ballet in June 2014. Ms. LaFreniere was promoted to the rank of soloist dancer in January 2022 and principal dancer in February 2023.  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey wherever you listen to your podcasts.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://dancetalkwithjoannecarey.com/⁠ Follow Joanne on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4NldYaDOdGWsVd2378IyBw Tune in. Follow. Like us. And Share.   Please leave us review about our podcast!   “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."

December is here. Cue the holiday shows! Sure, the Nutcracker from Pacific Northwest Ballet is a classic, but here in Seattle we spike our traditions with holiday bonsai trees and drag shows. Chase Burns is here to help us sort through all the theater, film, and live music coming our way. He's editor of The Ticket. Chase's holiday recommendations:A Christmas Carol at ACT Theater  Black Nativity at Intiman Theater Linus and Juicy at The Cornish Playhouse The Dina Martina Christmas Show at Act Theater Jingle All the Gay at Neptune Theater  Female Trouble and It's a Wonderful Life at the Grand Illusion  Moulin Rouge at SIFF Cinema Uptown Winter Bonsai Solstice at Pacific Bonsai Museum We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we chat with Cecilia Iliesiu, Principal Dancer at Pacific Northwest Ballet and a ballet career coach. As we're headed into audition season, Cecilia discusses the importance of networking in the industry and offers practical tips for aspiring artists on building meaningful connections, setting career goals, and making informed decisions. Her expertise provides essential guidance as dancers start to gather and send out their audition packages. Tune in for valuable advice that can benefit every dancer. Learn more about Cecilia's career coaching services on her website. Links: Ballet Help Desk Buy Corrections Journals Discounts On Your Favorite Ballet Brands! Support Ballet Help Desk Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/new-future License code: MGAW5PAHYEYDQZCI

Sarah-Gabrielle Ryan is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she studied on scholarship at the Rock School for Dance Education, Metropolitan Ballet Academy, and the School of Pennsylvania Ballet. Sarah-Gabrielle joined Pennsylvania Ballet II (now Philadelphia Ballet II) in 2014 before joining Pacific Northwest Ballet in 2016, where she is currently a principal dancer. She is a two-time Princess Grace Award nominee, was named Dance Magazine's On the Rise in 2018, and was the cover of Pointe Magazine in 2021. In addition to performing, Sarah-Gabrielle has taught around the nation and has choreographed work for Pacific Northwest Ballet's NEXT STEP, Gonzaga University Department of Theatre and Dance, and most recently for Pacific Northwest Ballet in celebration of Latino Heritage Month. Sarah-Gabrielle holds a certificate for Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations from the DeVos Institute of Arts Management, has served as Vice-Chair of Community Engagement for Moulin/Belle Arts Residency, and is co-artistic director of Green Bay Ballet Festival. Follow and connect with Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xosarahryan/ Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/1ei1fahVtIA To learn more about my mindset coaching and speaking services, visit kirstenkemp.com To stay up to date on the latest announcements and blog posts at The Confident Dancer, sign up to be a part of my email newsletter community here: http://eepurl.com/gDmjtz To follow along for daily tips and behind-the-scenes looks at what I'm up to, follow me on Instagram at @kirsten_theconfidentdancer __________________________________________________ WORK WITH ME 1:1! THE CONFIDENT DANCER COACHING PROGRAM: A 1:1 Coaching Program to help you do the inner work to step into a new level of confidence, well-being, and preparedness to accomplish your career goals. Perfect for pre-professional, professional, or recreational dancers wanting to master the mental side of optimum performance, so you can overcome the mental blocks that have been holding you back and confidently dance to your fullest potential! Learn more and apply here: https://kirstenkemp.com/confident-dancer-coaching-program#confident-dancer __________________________________________________ SPEAKING & WORKSHOPS: I offer mindset seminars to equip dancers with the inspiration and practical tools to thrive in their well-being and ability to perform their personal best. These 60-90 minute seminars can be a valuable addition to the holistic support and education of your dancers at your next intensive, year-round program, or professional development opportunity for your company dancers. Learn more and inquire here: https://kirstenkemp.com/speaking-and-workshops#speaking-and-workshops __________________________________________________ ONLINE COURSES: My online course offerings are a wonderful way to learn the practical steps to retraining your mind so you can thrive and excel in your dancing, all at your own pace and for a more affordable price than individual coaching. Whether your goal is to break through fear and nervousness so you can show up confidently in your auditions or you want to release the self-criticism or self-doubt that's been draining all the joy out of dancing lately, The Confident Dancer Course and rotating mini-courses available are designed to help you do just that. Learn more and enroll here: https://kirstenkemp.com/online-course-offerings _________________________________________________ DOWNLOAD MY FREE PDF GUIDE on "How To Find Your Unique Strengths as a Dancer": https://mailchi.mp/7e51450a0a3e/findyourstrengths DOWNLOAD MY FREE PDF GUIDE on "How to Break Through the Feeling of Not Being Good Enough": https://tinyurl.com/redefining-good-enough

Fern Donaghy found theater early in life and came to SPU to study Theatre Education, hoping to follow in the footsteps of fellow alum and Roosevelt High School Theatre teacher, Ben Stuart. But when COVID made student teaching more difficult than ever, Fern leaned in to passion for working behind the scenes in wardrobe and costume. Now, only a year and a half out of college, Fern works for Pacific Northwest Ballet, Paramount Theatre, and Climate Pledge Arena dressing for both locals shows and world tours. 

“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne special guest, Teacher Terrel, creator and author of the Once Upon a Dance Book Series In this episode of  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey,  join host Joanne Carey as she chats with Special Guest, Teacher Terrel.    Listen in as we chat about how Terrel's love for dance and how dance contributes to the lives of others, making it her mission to spread its joy. The COVID-19 Pandemic lockdown was pivotal in inspiring Terrel to find new ways to keep dance alive and create- thus the Once Upon a Dance book series was born! Terrel shares her love for dance and her motivation to be a positive force for dance through her work. She also talks about her process of creating the book series, which she created along with her ballerina daughter. Along with finding illustrators and handling the layout. All royalties from her books have been donated to nonprofit charity partners that support the arts. Terrel's goals for the future are limitless so get in line to collaborate with her. The possibilities for this creator are endless! Teacher Terrel arrived in Seattle after a Peace Corps stint teaching English and dance. Complementing decades of teaching dance, she worked in early childhood education and for non-profits supporting kids. Terrel was recognized by her local City Council for "embodying the spirit of partnership and commitment to children in our community" for her work with young dancers. She serves on Pacific Northwest Ballet's Board of Directors and on a National Dance Education Organization committee. Once Upon a Dance offers movement, breath, joy, connection and imagination through stories. Their catalog (25 books across four series) offers positive role models, whimsical stories, and diverse characters. Alongside movement and dance, the books feature themes of empathy, friendship, the value of practice, self-acceptance, sibling relationships, anger management, and working toward goals. Stories are lovingly crafted, and royalties are donated to charity partners. A few highlighted honors: • 40+ Book Awards • Family Choice Award • Mom's Choice Gold Award Recipient • PenCraft Award: First Place • Firebird Book Award: First Place • Royal Dragonfly Book Award: First Place • Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Book Juvenile Fiction • Outstanding Creator Awards: Best Children's Book, Top 10 Author of 2022 • Kirkus Reviews Starred Review Follow on Instagram @once_uponadance Visit  DanceStories.com to learn about the mother-daughter team, browse books, or discover learning resources. https://onceuponadance.com/www.CreativeMovementStories.com Follow Joanne Carey on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance And follow  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey wherever you listen to your podcasts. Tune in. Follow. Like us. And Share. Please leave us review about our podcast!  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."

Join dance historian Doug Fullington as he takes us through the three works of Pacific Northwest Ballet's THE SEASONS' CANON. On stage this rep are Twyla Tharp's Sweet Fields™, Jessica Lang's stunning solo The Calling, and Crystal Pite's mesmerizing work for 54 dancers, The Seasons' Canon. Doug Fullington is the founder and director of The Tudor Choir who sing the Shaker hymns featured in Sweet Fields, as well as the music for The Calling.  Recorded in the Nesholm Family Lecture Hall at Seattle Center's McCaw Hall in Seattle, Washington in April 2024.    

Pacific Northwest Ballet welcomes a new host of our pre-show Ballet Talk series, Dr. Anne Searcy! Anne is an Assistant Professor of Music History at the University of Washington. Listen along as Anne walks our audience through the history of Tchaikovsky's "undanceable" Swan Lake score, the origin of Swan Lake's infamous 32 fouette turns that end Act III of the ballet, and a quick plot summary including deciphering ballet pantomime.  Recorded in the Nesholm Family Lecture Hall in Seattle Center's McCaw Hall in February, 2024. 

#BlackStarPower - Trae Holiday returns to The Day With Trae and welcomes dancer Jonathan Batista from the Pacific Northwest Ballet to kick off Black History Month. It is Thursday Trae's stylist Jerica T. will also stop by for some fashion tips. #TDWT

GU Dance Chair Susanne Ostersmith talks about the arrival of a ballet powerhouse

Zibby welcomes professional ballerina and faculty member at the Pacific Northwest Ballet, Miriam Landis, to discuss LAUREN IN THE LIMELIGHT, a heart-warming middle-grade novel that revolves around three young dancers in a small-town ballet school in Mercer Island as they navigate the challenges of ballet, including the significant milestone of going on pointe. Miriam shares insights into her writing process during the pandemic, her decision to start her own publishing house, Rhododendron Press, and the importance of authentic representation in literature, especially for the dance community. Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/476xLFjShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the artistic director of the Pacific Northwest Ballet and former principal dancer for the New York City Ballet comes a deeply personal memoir about one artist's journey from boyhood to ballet. Peter Boal's extensive background in ballet offers a unique glimpse into the world of dance with his diverse repertoire and artistic achievements, including collaborations with prominent choreographers and dancers, Boal's perspective resonates with both seasoned ballet enthusiasts and those new to the art form. Boal will discuss his journey as well as the challenges and triumphs of his career. Serving as a platform for fostering a deeper understanding of ballet's impact on contemporary culture, Boal's insights into the creative process, his role in shaping Pacific Northwest Ballet's repertoire, and his dedication to nurturing emerging talents within the dance community offer attendees the chance to gain insights into the dedication and discipline required in ballet, as well as the broader artistic influences that have shaped Peter Boal's journey. Whether one is an ardent ballet aficionado or simply curious about the world of dance, this event is poised to offer an enriching experience for all. Peter Boal is the Artistic Director of Pacific Northwest Ballet and Director of Pacific Northwest Ballet School. Born in Bedford, New York, he received his training at the School of American Ballet while performing children's roles with New York City Ballet. George Balanchine invited Boal to join the company as an apprentice in 1983, and he continued to dance for NYCB until his retirement in 2005. He has staged works by Balanchine, Ulysses Dove, and Jerome Robbins for PNB, PNB School, and other companies. His memoir, Illusions of Camelot, was released in 2023. Jackson Cooper is a nationally recognized queer arts leader who currently serves as the Major Gifts Manager at Pacific Northwest Ballet and a member of their Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility committee. In addition to his role at the ballet, Cooper serves as an Adjunct Professor for Seattle University's Arts Leadership program. Cooper is an accomplished writer, with two upcoming publications: A Kids Book About Kindness which comes out this year and a book on fundraising through Columbia Business School Press due out in 2026. Illusions of Camelot: A Memoir Third Place Books

Join dance historian Doug Fullington as he takes us through the three works of Pacific Northwest Ballet's second production of the 2023/24 season, LOVE & LOSS. This trio of works created for PNB shines a light on some of the stunning world premieres that our New Works Initiative has created in recent years. Donald Byrd's haunting Love and Loss premiered in 2019, Alexei Ratmansky's stunning tribute to his homeland of Ukraine, Wartime Elegy, followed in 2022, and and the newest new work at PNB, Australian choreographer and Oregon Ballet Theatre's artistic director Dani Rowe's The Window. Recorded in the Nesholm Family Lecture Hall at Seattle Center's McCaw Hall in Seattle, Washington in November of 2023. 

“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey and special guest, Seth Orza, founder and CEO of Orza Brand.  In this episode of  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey,  join host Joanne Carey as she chats with Special Guest, Seth Orza, former principal dancer with Pacific Northwest Ballet and the Founder and CEO of Orza Brand.  Listen in as they talk about his amazing career and the injury that led to his developing this innovative ballet shoe, Orza Pro One. Orza set out to create new technology that would focus on injury prevention and dancers' well-being. Working and developing the shoe with specialists and design engineers worldwide, they built the ORZA Pro One from the ground up. What started as an idea is now a new necessity for the international dance community.  Seth Orza  Founder and CEO of ORZA, a new shoe company committed to the mission of prolonging dancers' careers by helping to make their feet and bodies feel better. Seth is from San Francisco, where he grew up in a dance family. All five of his siblings danced, as did his father and mother. He trained at San Francisco Ballet School and on full scholarship at the School of American Ballet. In 1999, he joined New York City Ballet as an apprentice: He was awarded the Mae L. Wien Award for Outstanding Promise that same year. He became a corps de ballet member in 2000, and in 2007 he was promoted to soloist. Mr. Orza joined Pacific Northwest Ballet as a member of the corps de ballet in 2007, was promoted to soloist in 2008 and to principal in 2010.“Seth Orza has had a distinguished career as one of America's leading male dancers,” said Kent Stowell and Francia Russell, PNB's Founding Artistic Directors, in a statement. “Greatly admired by colleagues, choreographers, directors, and audiences, he is ideally positioned to use his experience to benefit dancers. ORZA PRO-ONE shows unique promise to enhance dancers' careers and lessen the pain and injuries they have always had to cope with.As Founder and CEO, Mr. Orza manages all aspects of the company, including managing the overall operations and resources of the company and acting as the main point of communication between investors and corporate operations.Orza is backed by an all-star team of medical professionals who are leaders in their respective fields. Our Medical Advisory Team includes Marika Molnar, Physical Therapist NYCB; Dr. Phillip Bauman, MD, FAAOS; Selina Shah, MD, FACP, FAMSSM, Dance & Sports Medicine and Karin Steere, DPT, MTC, CSCS University of Puget Sound. Follow on Instagram @orzabrand Find out more about Orza Brand Ballet Shoes ⁠https://orzabrand.com/⁠ Follow Joanne Carey on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance And follow  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey wherever you listen to your podcasts. Tune in. Follow. Like us. And Share. Please leave us review about our podcast!  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey"Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."

“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey  and special guest, Jillian Davis, company artist with Complexions Contemporary Ballet. In this episode of  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey,  join host Joanne Carey as she chats with Special Guest, Gillian Davis. Listen in as Joanne and Jillian recount that they are no strangers. Joanne shares how she recalls Jillian as a young dancer traveling far from home to attend the morning Adult Ballet class where Joanne kept up with her own ballet training. Joanne goes on to share with Jillian that she knew she had that "special something". Follow along as they talk bout Jillian's growth as a young ballet dancer to the powerhouse artist she is today as part of Complexions Contemporary Ballet. JILLIAN DAVIS (Dancer) from Kutztown, PA and began her ballet training at the age of 3. She studied with Risa Kaplowitz and Susan Jaffe at Princeton Dance and Theater Studio in Princeton, NJ. Jillian attended San Francisco Ballet, School of American Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet and LINES Ballet programs. Jillian has been a company member with Complexions since 2014. She has been part of Dwight Rhoden world premieres including Headspace, Strum, Gutter Glitter, Star Dust, Bach 25, Woke, Love Rocks, and a world-premiere solo, Elegy. She has also performed installation works by Desmond Richardson and an excerpt of Approximate Sonata by William Forsthye. Along with being a dancer with Complexions, Jillian is part of the core faculty for Complexions Dance Academy. Follow on Instagram @jillange93 Find out more about Complexions Contemporary Ballet https://www.complexionsdance.org/home Follow Joanne Carey on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance And follow  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey wherever you listen to your podcasts. Tune in. Follow. Like us. And Share. Please leave us review about our podcast  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."

Artistic Director of Pacific Northwest Ballet and Director of the company's affiliated school, Peter Boal was a Principal Dancer with New York City Ballet for over 20 years. Peter shares with Alicia the importance of moving to Fleetwood Mac in his childhood living room, how he lived a "double life" until classmates saw him perform in The Nutcracker, and what it was like to learn from famed dancer, choreographer, and director Jerome Robbins. He also discusses his arrival at PNB, how he has worked to broaden audience involvement and widen the company's approach to inclusivity. Peter discusses his new memoir and gives Alicia a valuable parenting tip.Check out Peter Boal on Instagram.To learn more about Peter, read his memoir Illusions of Camelot.Learn more about Pacific Northwest Ballet on Instagram and the web.Follow Moving Moments on Instagram.Follow Alicia on Instagram.You can find out more about Artful Narratives Media on Instagram or the web.The Moving Moments theme song was composed by Saul Guanipa for Videohelper.Moving Moments was co-created by Alicia Graf Mack, Jessica Handelman, and David Krauss.This interview has been edited and condensed to fit the time format.Episode copyright © 2023 Artful Narratives Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey,  join host Joanne Carey as she chats with Special Guest: Gavin Larsen, retired professional ballerina, author, writer and teacher. Gavin sits down with Joanne and talks about her career as a professional dancer, a writer and a teacher. Together they also reminisce; sharing dance stories from Gavin's book: Being a Ballerina, The Power and Perfection of a Dancing Life , and her career. The beauty that is ballet is not only evident in Gavin Larsen's writing, but in her conversation and her ability to make her words dance. Gavin Larsen, Born and raised in New York City, Ms. Larsen received her professional dance training at the School of American Ballet, the Pacific Northwest Ballet School and the New York School of Ballet. In 1992, she joined Pacific Northwest Ballet under the direction of Kent Stowell and Francia Russell, leaving the company in 1999 to join the Alberta Ballet, directed by Mikko Nissinen. In 2002, she performed with the Suzanne Farrell Ballet as a soloist at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. In 2003 Ms. Larsen joined Oregon Ballet Theatre as a principal dancer under artistic director Christopher Stowell. Over the course of her career, Ms. Larsen danced prominent roles in ballets by George Balanchine, Jerome Robbins, James Kudelka, Christopher Wheeldon and Paul Taylor, among others, and originated roles in numerous ballets. She retired from performing in 2010 to focus on teaching, coaching and writing about dance. She was a founding member of Incoroporamento, a collaborative trio combining dance, poetry, and music, producing several performances to critical acclaim. Ms. Larsen has taught and coached widely across the country and has been a guest teacher for schools in Japan and Canada. She has been a regular contributor for Pointe, Dance Teacher, and Dance Spirit magazines, and her essay “Why I Dance” appeared in Dance magazine in 2009. Her writing has appeared in Dance/USA's In the Green Room, Oregon ArtsWatch, the Dancing Times, as well as the Threepenny Review, Page & Spine, and The Maine Review. In 2015 she was honored with a fellowship to the Helene Wurlitzer Foundation in Taos, NM, to pursue her work as a writer. Her memoir, Being a Ballerina: The Power and Perfection of a Dancing Life, was published by the University Press of Florida in 2021. She lives in Asheville, NC. Follow @gavinlarsen on Instagram Find out more about Gavin on her website https://gavinlarsen.com/ Follow Joanne Carey on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance And follow  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey wherever you listen to your podcasts. Tune in. Follow. Like us. And Share. Please leave us review about our podcast  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."

Princess Grace Award winner Ashton Edwards was promoted to the corps at the Pacific Northwest Ballet in 2022. Ashton is challenging traditional gender roles at the professional level and shifting industry standards, paving the way for a new generation of dancers. Ashton recalls the first time they performed in the Balanchine style, the importance of meeting Peter Boal and joining PNB, and why Covid was the most consequential time in their training. Ashton also describes putting on pointe shoes and finding the right fit, the responsibility they feel to carry on the legacy of excellence in the field, and their hopes for the future of the ballet world.Check out Ashton Edwards on Instagram.Learn more about Pacific Northwest Ballet on Instagram and the web.Follow Moving Moments on Instagram.Follow Alicia on Instagram.You can find out more about Artful Narratives Media on Instagram or the web.The Moving Moments theme song was composed by Saul Guanipa for Videohelper.Moving Moments was co-created by Alicia Graf Mack, Jessica Handelman, and David Krauss.This interview has been edited and condensed to fit the time format.Episode copyright © 2023 Artful Narratives Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for an extraordinary episode of The Caring Economy Podcast as we unveil the remarkable story of Emily Rasmussen, the visionary Founder and CEO of Grapevine—a collective giving platform that's reshaping the world of philanthropy. Prepare to be inspired by her transformative work and learn how Grapevine is revolutionizing the art of giving. Emily's diverse background and trailblazing career have made her a force to be reckoned with. As the founding Executive Director of NYU's Center for Ballet and the Arts, she spearheaded innovative initiatives that bridged the gap between the arts and philanthropy. Her launch of the Lincoln Center at the Movies global media initiative brought captivating performances to audiences worldwide, showcasing the power of art in fostering connection and social impact. Drawing from her experience at Enterprise Solutions to Poverty, Emily developed groundbreaking financing models that drive meaningful change in underserved communities. Her expertise in event cinema, including consultancy work for Disney Theatrical Group, has contributed to the creation of immersive experiences that blend entertainment and social consciousness. Emily's dedication to empowering communities extends beyond borders. Through her two-year journey developing microfinance and fair trade programs in India, she has been instrumental in providing sustainable opportunities for individuals to break the cycle of poverty. Her commitment to social impact has positioned her as a leading advocate for change. As a member of influential organizations such as the Harvard Business School Women's Association and the LISC Emerging Leaders Council, Emily continues to drive innovation and collaboration at the intersection of arts, business, and social change. Her involvement with the AfterArts group, NOVA Impact, and as a founding member of UNTITLED—an arts and business innovation initiative—demonstrates her commitment to nurturing a vibrant ecosystem that fosters creativity, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility. Before embarking on her entrepreneurial journey, Emily graced the stage as a professional ballet dancer, leaving an indelible mark with performances at the esteemed Pacific Northwest Ballet and other renowned companies. Her passion for the arts has always been intertwined with her commitment to making a positive impact on the world. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Emily Rasmussen's inspiring story, gain insights into the transformative power of collective giving, and discover how Grapevine is revolutionizing philanthropy. Tune in to The Caring Economy Podcast and join the conversation today!

Today we are joined by the Artistic Director of Pacific Northwest Ballet, Peter Boal. We have had the pleasure of having Peter on the podcast a handful of times in the past, but today we were happy to get to speak with him about his new memoir which was released in June, 'Illusions of Camelot: A Memoir.' Peter tells us about how he built the concept of the book, what he wanted to convey, and the experience of writing such personal essays about his life. 'Illusions of Camelot' is now available at your local book store or online on Amazon. Get Peter's book here: https://amzn.to/43ntRGlVAIL DANCE FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Conversations on Dance events: https://bit.ly/3NQwoDjPerformance tickets: https://vaildance.org/LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by choreographer Justin Peck to discuss his new work for Houston Ballet 'Under the Folding Sky'. Justin talks about how seeing the art work of James Turrell in Houston provided a jumping off point, how he's waited for almost a decade to use the ballet's Phillip Glass score and what it's been like to explore an epic scale of dance in this work for 24 artists. If you are in the Houston area, you can purchase tickets to see Justin's new work on houstonballet.org. 'Under the Folding Sky' runs on the 'Divergence' program alongside works by Aszure Barton and Stanton Welch from May 25th to June 4th. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Ballet Bird is a streaming site designed by former Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Julie Tobiason. Ballet Bird offers ballet classes for anyone at any level of training that you can do from the comfort of your home or studio. Ballet Bird is a great addition to your regular in-studio training too. Take advantage of the ten day free trial and use the discount code COD25 to get 25% off through June 30th 2023 at balletbird.com.Energetiks are a sustainable, Australian Made brand that specialise in creating world class dancewear for the stars of tomorrow. Perform and feel your best at every stage of your dance journey in Energetiks' premium, high performance fabrics. See their entire range online at energetiks.com and for all listeners there's a 20% discount on all Energetiks products using the code COD20 at the checkout [available until the end of September 2023].LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are going back into our archives from the first few years of the podcast and re-releasing some of our favorite episodes. Today we are restoring our 2016 interview with the legendary Balanchine ballerina, Patricia McBride to our feed, and if you missed it the first time, now is the perfect time to catch up. Patty, as she is affectionately referred to by her many fans, peers and students, tells us some truly memorable stories about a legendary time for dance in America with her signature radiance and charm. This episode was recorded in 2016 when Patricia was in Miami working with Miami City Ballet. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Ballet Bird is a streaming site designed by former Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Julie Tobiason. Ballet Bird offers ballet classes for anyone at any level of training that you can do from the comfort of your home or studio. Ballet Bird is a great addition to your regular in-studio training too. Take advantage of the ten day free trial and use the discount code COD25 to get 25% off through June 30th 2023 at balletbird.com.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Conversations on Dance, we are joined by author, Alice Robb, whose memoir, ‘Don't Think, Dear', chronicles her experiences as a young ballet student. We talk about the creative process for the book, her decision to include far reaching studies on pain tolerance, dancer psychology, and other subjects to give context to a dancer's life and experience, and the book's place in recent high profile conversations that have arisen about whether, or how, problematic ballet's past and present really are. Alice's book is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3nZkYEtTHIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Ballet Bird is a streaming site designed by former Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Julie Tobiason. Ballet Bird offers ballet classes for anyone at any level of training that you can do from the comfort of your home or studio. Ballet Bird is a great addition to your regular in-studio training too. Take advantage of the ten day free trial and use the discount code COD25 to get 25% off through June 30th 2023 at balletbird.com.Energetiks are a sustainable, Australian Made brand that specialise in creating world class dancewear for the stars of tomorrow. Perform and feel your best at every stage of your dance journey in Energetiks' premium, high performance fabrics. See their entire range online at energetiks.com and for all listeners there's a 20% discount on all Energetiks products using the code COD20 at the checkout [available until the end of September 2023].After a nearly-decade-long hiatus from live performance, ChrisMastersDance returns with Mausoleum, at Brooklyn Academy of Music's Fishman Space, June 2nd to 4th. Reckoning with the dance field's history of systematic exploitation, ChrisMastersDance is building a Mausoleum — a place to acknowledge and remember a past that has been laid to rest —making way for a tomorrow that sets aside unsustainable forms of life and work. Don't miss Mausoleum at BAM this is June 2- 4. Tickets are available at bam.org/Mausoleum or click the link in the show notes.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Conversations on Dance we are happy to bring you a panel discussion on a very special project: the reimagining of La Bayadère. Joining us are Phil Chan, of Final Bow for Yellowface, Doug Fullington, dance historian and musicologist, and Sarah Wroth, Associate Professor and Chair at Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. The trio talk with us about the idea to reexamine La Bayadère for a 21st century audience, how they are transforming the ballet while preserving it's history, and Indiana University's important role in it's creation.THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Ballet Bird is a streaming site designed by former Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Julie Tobiason. Ballet Bird offers ballet classes for anyone at any level of training that you can do from the comfort of your home or studio. Ballet Bird is a great addition to your regular in-studio training too. Take advantage of the ten day free trial and use the discount code COD25 to get 25% off through June 30th 2023 at balletbird.com.After a nearly-decade-long hiatus from live performance, ChrisMastersDance returns with Mausoleum, at Brooklyn Academy of Music's Fishman Space, June 2nd to 4th. Reckoning with the dance field's history of systematic exploitation, ChrisMastersDance is building a Mausoleum — a place to acknowledge and remember a past that has been laid to rest —making way for a tomorrow that sets aside unsustainable forms of life and work. Don't miss Mausoleum at BAM this is June 2- 4. Tickets are available at bam.org/Mausoleum or click the link in the show notes.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are going back into our archives from the first few years of the podcast and re-releasing some of our favorite episodes. Today is part two of our June 2017 interview with Edward Villella, Balanchine dancer and founding Artistic Director of Miami City Ballet. In part two, we focus on his founding of Miami City Ballet and so much more. Listen to part one here. Subscribe to Conversations on Dance wherever you get your podcasts.THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Ballet Bird is a streaming site designed by former Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Julie Tobiason. Ballet Bird offers ballet classes for anyone at any level of training that you can do from the comfort of your home or studio. Ballet Bird is a great addition to your regular in-studio training too. Take advantage of the ten day free trial and use the discount code COD25 to get 25% off through June 30th 2023 at balletbird.com.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by choreographer, Omar Román De Jesús. Omar takes us through his early training in Puerto Rico, the leap of faith he took in moving to New York City and how his humble early choreographic beginnings have led to a Princess Grace Award and commissions from world renowned companies. Omar's first work for Ballet Hispanico will premiere at New York City Center this summer, with performances running June 1st through the 3rd, on a program featuring additional works by Pedro Ruiz, Michelle Manzanales and William Forsythe. Tickets can be purchased at nycitycenter.org. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Ballet Bird is a streaming site designed by former Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Julie Tobiason. Ballet Bird offers ballet classes for anyone at any level of training that you can do from the comfort of your home or studio. Ballet Bird is a great addition to your regular in-studio training too. Take advantage of the ten day free trial and use the discount code COD25 to get 25% off through June 30th 2023 at balletbird.com.Each year, The Clive & Valerie Barnes Foundation provides recognition, encouragement, and financial support to two talented young professionals, one in Dance and one in Theatre, thus, honoring the memory of the many years of critical work and the warm personal generosity of Clive Barnes and Valerie Taylor. This year's finalists have been nominated by the Foundation's 11-member Selection Committee comprised of arts journalists and accomplished professionals in each field. Finalists were selected based on live performances given in New York City between January and December of 2022. Winners in each category will be announced on May 22 at the 13th Annual Clive Barnes Awards at Florence Gould Hall in New York City. Guest presenters include Pam Tanowitz and Alex Sharp. For more information or to donate, visit cvbarnesfoundation.org/LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are going back into our archives from the first few years of the podcast and re-releasing some of our favorite episodes. Today is our first re-release: our June 2017 interview with Edward Villella, Balanchine dancer and founding Artistic Director of Miami City Ballet. We talk with our former boss about his career, dancing for Balanchine, the specific roles made on him, and much more. Part Two of this re-release will be coming next week. Subscribe to Conversations on Dance wherever you get your podcasts.THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Ballet Bird is a streaming site designed by former Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Julie Tobiason. Ballet Bird offers ballet classes for anyone at any level of training that you can do from the comfort of your home or studio. Ballet Bird is a great addition to your regular in-studio training too. Take advantage of the ten day free trial and use the discount code COD25 to get 25% off through June 30th 2023 at balletbird.com.Each year, The Clive & Valerie Barnes Foundation provides recognition, encouragement, and financial support to two talented young professionals, one in Dance and one in Theatre, thus, honoring the memory of the many years of critical work and the warm personal generosity of Clive Barnes and Valerie Taylor. This year's finalists have been nominated by the Foundation's 11-member Selection Committee comprised of arts journalists and accomplished professionals in each field. Finalists were selected based on live performances given in New York City between January and December of 2022. Winners in each category will be announced on May 22 at the 13th Annual Clive Barnes Awards at Florence Gould Hall in New York City. Guest presenters include Pam Tanowitz and Alex Sharp. For more information or to donate, visit cvbarnesfoundation.org/LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Linda Murray, the curator of the Jerome Robbins Dance Division at the New York Public Library. We speak with Linda about how her passions for dance and archiving merged, the history of the dance division, curating the collection and how every individual can protect and preserve their own personal archives. Plan a visit to the dance division by visiting nypl.org. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Ballet Bird is a streaming site designed by former Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Julie Tobiason. Ballet Bird offers ballet classes for anyone at any level of training that you can do from the comfort of your home or studio. Ballet Bird is a great addition to your regular in-studio training too. Take advantage of the ten day free trial and use the discount code COD25 to get 25% off through June 30th 2023 at balletbird.com.Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami open auditions on April 23, 2023 in Miami. More information and register early: dimensionsdancemia.com/auditionsLINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODSpotify Playlists: COD Fave Ballets Program A and Program BJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once again we are delighted to sit in with Matt on stage at the Kroc Theater where he is the music director for the Aspire Theatre's production of "Sunday in the Park with George." Also opening this weekend is "April in Paris," a piano concert of music by Matt from the era of the artist, George Serat, featuring musicians and composers who were hanging out in Paris at that very time. A graduate of Oberlin College Conservatory, Matt earned his doctor of musical arts degree from the University of Washington under the direction of Robin McCabe. An active chamber music and theatrical performer, Goodrich has enjoyed long associations with acclaimed performing groups such as Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Listen to Matt's mastery of the piano as he plays some of the songs he will perform this weekend and for "Sunday in the Park with George" that opens at the Kroc on Friday, April 28. For information on tickets for both shows, visit aspirecda.com or stop by the box office at the Kroc Theater in Coeur d'Alene.

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre James Whiteside to discuss his upcoming directorial debut film 'Daytripper'. James catches up to speed about his recovery from knee surgery, transforming his book 'Center Center' into a play and the creative concept and filming process for 'Daytripper'. You can stream 'Daytripper' as part of the All Arts Artist In Residence series this April 23rd at 10:55pm on PBS or stream the film on the All Arts app. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Ballet Bird is a streaming site designed by former Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Julie Tobiason. Ballet Bird offers ballet classes for anyone at any level of training that you can do from the comfort of your home or studio. Ballet Bird is a great addition to your regular in-studio training too. Take advantage of the ten day free trial and use the discount code COD25 to get 25% off through June 30th 2023 at balletbird.com.Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami open auditions on April 23, 2023 in Miami. More information and register early: dimensionsdancemia.com/auditionsLINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODSpotify Playlists: COD Fave Ballets Program A and Program BJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a PNB takeover! Trae sits with Stella Margarita Gonzalez, Pacific Northwest Ballet's Community Education and Engagement Fellow. She'll tell us about her background and the program she gets to bring her brilliance into. Then Trae connects with Celena Fornell & Emerson Boll who both play Snow White. They'll tell us about their dance history and how important this role is to each of them. It's a Terrific Tuesday indeed, and one you won't want to miss! Tune in!

Hi everyone and welcome back to SEASON 5!!! In this weeks episode I'm joined by Audrey Malek, currently dancing with Pacific Northwest Ballet. You can find Audrey on Instagram @audreymalekofficial You can find us on Instagram @the_hardcorps_podcast

A transcript of this episode is available here: thedanceedit.com/transcript-episode-144Pacific Northwest Ballet's website: pnb.org"Giselle" tickets and info: pnb.org/season/giselleEdwards' Instagram account: instagram.com/ashtonedwards14Hughes' Instagram account: instagram.com/zsilasmichael Visit/add to the Dance Media Events Calendar: dancemediacalendar.com/Get the latest dance news direct by subscribing to our free newsletters. Find the ones that match your interests: dancemagazine.com/subscribe

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Is it possible to have boundaries and run a successful business? Heck yes! In fact, you'll have a thriving life when you start to implement boundaries. Join my guest, Josh Spell, and I as we discuss his journey from professional ballet dancer with Pacific Northwest Ballet to licensed therapist supporting the dance world in ways he wish he had support. Learn More About Josh Spell: flexiblemindcounseling.org josh@flexiblemindcounseling.org Learn more about The Dance CEO University: https://www.thedanceceocoach.com/dance-ceo-university Follow Audra Allen: @thedanceceocoach audraallendance@gmail.com

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here: https://youtu.be/rO5YDoiRD6M I'm joined by Jennifer Homans AND Liza Gennaro today! Jennifer Homans is the dance critic for The New Yorker. Her widely acclaimed Apollo's Angels: A History of Ballet was a bestseller and named one of the ten best books of the year by The New York Times Book Review. Trained in dance at George Balanchine's School of American Ballet, she performed professionally with the Chicago Lyric Opera Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. She earned her BA at Columbia University and her PhD in modern European history at New York University, where she is a Distinguished Scholar in Residence and the Founding Director of the Center for Ballet and the Arts. https://www.amazon.com/Mr-George-Bala... Liza Gennaro is a choreographer and writer. Her book Making Broadway Dance published by Oxford University Press was released in 2021. On Broadway, Liza choreographed the critically acclaimed Broadway revival of The Most Happy Fella directed by Gerald Gutierrez and the Broadway revival of Once Upon a Mattress starring Sarah Jessica Parker. She choreographed Roundabout Theater Company's Tin Pan Alley Rag (2010 Outer Critics Circle Nomination, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Musical) and has choreographed extensively in regional theaters across the country including: Hair at Actor's Theatre Of Louisville, directed by Jon Jory, the  https://www.amazon.com/Making-Broadwa... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennife...

Cristina Spinei is a composer and performer. She is most known for her work with ballet, having been commissioned by Nashville Ballet, the New York Choreographic Institute, the Pacific Northwest Ballet, and more.She is a gifted piano player from the age of 9, and has written for many orchestras and chamber ensembles.She attended Juilliard school of music obtaining a bachelor and masters degree there. Spinei's most recent project is her album Ex Voto, a showcase of lilting melodies, driving rhythms, and lush harmonies. She entered the crypto art scene with several successful drops. Her work can be collected on platforms like Mint songs and Async art. You can find a link to her website and of her socials here: https://www.cristinaspinei.com/links

This episode of Rewind with Besa is dedicated to all the little black girls that always wanted to be a ballerina, but never thought it was possible because they didn't see themselves on the big screen or even the big stage. Today, Besa Gordon is joined by Amanda Morgan, Pacific Northwest Ballet ballerina, the first black female soloist. In this interview, they talked about everything from what sparked Amanda's interest in wanting to be a professional ballerina all the way over to the misconceptions about being a ballerina. Don't miss this very special episode with Besa, and if you haven't grabbed your tickets to see the Nutcracker yet, head on over to pnb.org and grab yours today.

Today Trae has a full lineup! She gets connect with Adam Zuick, Blue Man Captain of the Blue Man Group. This iconic show will be here this weekend performing at Paramount Theater. Trae also sits down with Amanda Morgan and Christopher D'Ariano, two soloist dancers with Pacific Northwest Ballet. They'll touch on their recent promotion as soloist. And lastly Trae has Carita Hall in the building to tell us all about the Holistic Coalition and how she's been bringing positive touch and healing to her clients through massage. Whew...y'all definitely don't want to miss this one!

Train Your Own Hero with Dr. Don Greene In this episode Dr. Don and I cover all things Shadow, what it is, how to identify it and how to turn it into your biggest ally.  Don is the author of a book that inspired me and helped me win multiple world titles - Performance Success. Dr. Don Greene, a peak performance psychologist, has taught his comprehensive approach to peak performance mastery at The Juilliard School, Colburn School, New World Symphony, Los Angeles Opera Young Artists Program, Vail Ski School, Perlman Music Program, and US Olympic Training Center. During his thirty-two year career, he has coached more than 1,000 performers to win professional auditions and has guided countless solo performers to successful careers. Some of the performing artists with whom Dr. Greene has worked have won jobs with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, San Francisco Opera, Montreal Symphony, Pittsburgh Symphony, National Symphony, Cincinnati Symphony, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and the Dance Theatre of Harlem, to name just a few. Of the Olympic track and field athletes he worked with up until and through the 2016 Games in Rio, 14 won medals, including 5 gold. Dr. Greene has authored eight books including Audition Success, Fight Your Fear & Win, and Performance Success. In 2017, Dr. Greene was named a TED Educator and collaborated with musician Dr. Annie Bosler to produce the TED-Ed How to practice effectively…for just about anything. The video went viral receiving over 31 million views across Facebook and YouTube. Purchase Train your Own Hero here - https://www.trainyourownhero.comWatch Don's webinars on Shadow Work here - https://www.trainyourownhero.com/webinars----Full Transcript, Quote Cards, and a Show Summary are available here: https://www.jjlaughlin.com/blog

Train Your Own Hero with Dr. Don Greene In this episode Dr. Don and I cover all things Shadow, what it is, how to identify it and how to turn it into your biggest ally.  Don is the author of a book that inspired me and helped me win multiple world titles - Performance Success. Dr. Don Greene, a peak performance psychologist, has taught his comprehensive approach to peak performance mastery at The Juilliard School, Colburn School, New World Symphony, Los Angeles Opera Young Artists Program, Vail Ski School, Perlman Music Program, and US Olympic Training Center. During his thirty-two year career, he has coached more than 1,000 performers to win professional auditions and has guided countless solo performers to successful careers. Some of the performing artists with whom Dr. Greene has worked have won jobs with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, San Francisco Opera, Montreal Symphony, Pittsburgh Symphony, National Symphony, Cincinnati Symphony, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and the Dance Theatre of Harlem, to name just a few. Of the Olympic track and field athletes he worked with up until and through the 2016 Games in Rio, 14 won medals, including 5 gold. Dr. Greene has authored eight books including Audition Success, Fight Your Fear & Win, and Performance Success. In 2017, Dr. Greene was named a TED Educator and collaborated with musician Dr. Annie Bosler to produce the TED-Ed How to practice effectively…for just about anything. The video went viral receiving over 31 million views across Facebook and YouTube. Purchase Train your Own Hero here - https://www.trainyourownhero.comWatch Don's webinars on Shadow Work here - https://www.trainyourownhero.com/webinars----Full Transcript, Quote Cards, and a Show Summary are available here: https://www.jjlaughlin.com/blog

Dancer Jonathan Batista made history this fall as the first Black principal dancer in Pacific Northwest Ballet's fifty-year history.

This week, hosts Claire Kretzschmar and Aarón Sanz are joined by Shoe Room Supervisor Daniel Wong around The Rosin Box to talk all things footwear at NYCB. Daniel shares how his time as a dancer with Pacific Northwest Ballet and as a merchandiser informs his current position, a role that's all about balancing the art and science of fitting, ordering, and managing over 400 pointe shoes a month—in addition to all the other shoes the Company members use, all of which are housed in the theater's “pointe shoe candy shop.” (37:41) Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: "Je ne t'aime plus" by Pink Martini Courtesy of Pink Martini & Heinz Records

A transcript of this episode is available here: thedanceedit.com/transcript-episode-130Tickets for/information about PNB's upcoming rep program: pnb.org/season/seasons-canon/PNB's social accounts:instagram.com/pacificnorthwestballet/facebook.com/PNBallettwitter.com/PNBalletVisit/add to the Dance Media Events Calendar: dancemediacalendar.com/Get the latest dance news direct by subscribing to our free newsletters. Find the ones that match your interests: dancemagazine.com/subscribe

Liz Mair has one of the more unusual career arcs in politics. Raised in both Seattle and London, she got her start working in conservative politics for David Cameron in the UK before moving to the US to work for the RNC and GOP candidates including Rand Paul, Carly Fiorina, Rick Perry, Scott Walker, and more. In this conversation, she talks her unconventional path to working in politics, her ascent in the digital political space, her time working around some of the leading Republican figures of the era, her work to try to beat back Donald Trump in the '16 primaries, and lessons and insights from one of the most creative thinkers in politics.IN THIS EPISODE…Liz's unusual childhood bouncing between Seattle and London…The school project that exposed Liz to campaign politics…Liz's first professional role in politics working for David Cameron and the UK Tory Party…Liz talks similarities and differences between the UK Conservative Party and American Republicans…How Liz transitioned from UK to US politics, working for the RNC in the '08 cycle…Liz's experience with the McCain campaign, plus her memories of the Sarah Palin experience…Liz's take on GOP pols she's worked with including Rand Paul, Carly Fiorina, Rick Perry, and Scott Walker…The unsuccessful 2016 Republican presidential candidate Liz thinks will be president in her lifetime…Liz talks lessons learned from her anti-Trump efforts in the 2016 GOP primaries…The ad Liz thinks could've taken down Trump in '16…Rumors about the failed Rubio / Cruz alliance to stop Trump in 2016…The mistakes that Liz sees campaign make…Liz's career advice to campaign operatives…Liz's strangest work habit…AND Marc Ambinder, annoying bloggers, Joe Biden, billboards in Iowa, billing 110 hours a week, BlogHer, Cameronites, Ken Clarke, Kellyanne Conway, cranberry juice, Ted Cruz, Howard Dean, debt finance, deepest darkest Surrey, Danny Diaz, Elizabeth Dole, Mike Duncan, Euro skeptics, David Gauke, Rudy Giuliani, Maggie Haberman, Hewlett-Packard, the Hunt for the Red October, Amy Klobuchar, Cyrus Krohn, Medieval History majors, modern guys, NDAs, naps, National Review, Mike Nelson, Barack Obama, the Pacific Northwest Ballet, Tim Pawlenty, Tina Podlodowski, Hercule Poirot, policy wonks at AEI, post-partum depression, RedState, the Republican Main Street Partnership, Tony Rezko, Mitt Romney, Paul Ryan, Greg Sargent, Steve Schmidt, Allyson Schwartz, Sam Stein, stockbrokers and housewives, the stupidest person in the room, the Tea Party, Margaret Thatcher, Fred Thompson, token volunteering, Trump copycats, Elizabeth Warren, webcasts, the welfare state, Meg Whitman, Rick Wilson & more!