Podcast appearances and mentions of tony testa

Episode Summary:  Menina Fortunato interviews renowned choreographer Alex Magno to explore his inspiring journey from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles, where he became an influential figure in the dance world. Menina introduces Alex, celebrating his achievements, including Emmy and World Choreography Awards, and their shared history, as Alex's scholarship significantly impacted her own dance path. A turning point came when Alex won a competition sponsored by Paramount Pictures, bringing him to the United States. In Los Angeles, he trained rigorously, embracing diverse dance styles, including tap, and connecting with industry mentors who encouraged his artistic pursuits. Alex shares career highlights and challenges, from performing in The Nutcracker to working with global icons like Madonna. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration, adapting choreography to each dancer's strengths, and staying disciplined. For emerging choreographers, Alex advises a focus on collaboration, continual learning, and maintaining a positive, resilient mindset. He underscores the value of authenticity, discipline, and creating a supportive community. Concluding with words of encouragement, Alex urges dancers to remain dedicated to their craft and persevere in pursuit of their dreams. Show Notes: (0:03) Introduction and Background of Alex Magno (5:26) Alex Magno's Early Dance Journey (8:36) Training and Early Successes (17:48) Move to the United States (41:42) Career Highlights and Challenges (47:25) Advice for Emerging Choreographers (1:05:46) Final Thoughts and Encouragement Biography: ALEXANDRE MAGNO is an Emmy and a WCA (World Choreography Awards) nominated Choreographer, director, and Producer, best known for his work with MADONNA (Girlie Show and Drowned World Tours), BRITNEY SPEARS, JENNIFER LOPEZ, THE PUSSYCAT DOLLS, THE ACADEMY AWARDS, MTV MUSIC AWARDS, , SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (FOX), DANCING WITH THE STARS (ABC) , YANNI VOICES (PBS and TELEVISA TV SPECIAL), NEODANCE (A Tango Project, Featuring GRAMMY WINNER NESTOR TORRES), BENISE (EMMY WINNER Nights Of Fire PBS Special, along with two other shows: The Spanish Guitar, and FUEGO The Spirit Of Spain - PBS TV Special) ONYX LULLABY (Experimental Dance Film featuring ANNIE LENNOX & DAVID ALLAN STEWART'S Iconic Music: SWEET DREAMS (Are Made Of This) - LIDO DE PARIS (Lido La Tourné), BALLET HISPANICO, MAAPshowseries, and DEEP SLEEP FOR Beat FreaksUTY (A Fashion Dance Show, Presented and Produced by JUSTONEEYE; based on a Fairytale Book created by CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN, as part of LOUBOUTIN'S new collaboration (The Capsule Collection) with Indian Couture Designer SABYASACHI And more…. Drawing on a variety of styles, disciplines, and cultural influences, Mr. MAGNO infuses his work with powerful drama, beauty and sensuality. As a Dance Educator: Mr. Magno is known worldwide, for his unique Latin, cool, sensual fused dance style; and for training today's top dancers, celebrities and choreographers; such as Carrie Ann Inaba, Christina Applegate, Jenna Elfman, Elizabeth Berkley, Carlos Gomes, Brian Friedman, Gil Duldulao, Mandy More, Bobby Newberry, Jillian Meyers, Tony Testa, Jason Parsons to name a few. This well-deserved recognition celebrates over three decades of the extraordinary career of Alex Magno and further solidifies his status as a leading figure in the world of dance and choreography, sharing this honor among esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award previous recipients like Toni Basil, the Nicholas Brothers, Debbie Allen, Jamie King, Adam Shankman, Vincent Paterson, Janet Jackson, Gene Kelly, Nappy Tabs, Travis Payne, and Twitch. Connect on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/alexmagnoofficial https://www.facebook.com/share/1NpRHUZKq9/ https://www.alexmagno.com/

Episode Summary: Teya Wild, a dynamic Canadian-born dancer and choreographer now based in Los Angeles, shares an engaging overview of her expansive career. From her early days at Dance Co. in Vancouver to her current successes in LA and abroad, Teya's journey is marked by her adaptability and commitment to her craft. Menida Fortunato introduces Teya, highlighting her impressive resume which includes roles in TV shows like "So You Think You Can Dance Canada" and Disney's "Zombies." Teya's dance journey, fueled by her mother's support and various styles training, began at the tender age of 8 and flourished through her high school years into a professional career. She navigated the move to LA after rigorous planning and savings, obtaining a visa with the help of her mentor, Nina. Teya discusses the pivotal moments and the challenges of breaking into the competitive LA dance scene, including the daunting audition rooms filled with hopeful dancers. Her persistence and networking led to significant opportunities, such as working with Taylor Swift and choreographing a music video, experiences that underline the importance of versatility and professionalism in the dance industry. Show Notes: (0:03) Teya´s dance career, from childhood to professional work in LA and abroad. (8:33) Moving to LA, finding an agent, and navigating auditions. (13:20) Dance career, experience, and versatility. (18:19) Working with Taylor Swift (23:40) Zombie movie production with a focus on the choreographer's experience. (29:25) Pursuing dance career goals, including cruise ship auditions and choreography. (35:36) Body types and height requirements for cruise ship performers. (39:08) Auditioning for movie sets as a dancer, with advice on age, appearance, and personality. (43:16) Auditioning and booking jobs in the entertainment industry. (49:41) Acting and dancing career paths for a 13-year-old girl. (57:01) Self-tape auditions, dance training, and mentorship. Biography: Teya Wild is a Canadian born dancer, choreographer and creative who now resides in Los Angeles, California. She began working professionally as a child, so she is no stranger to the limelight. As a kid, Teya began her career as an actor, and appeared in the movies Head Over Heels and A Storm In Summer; in TV shows Sesame Street and The Outer Limits; and in commercials for Radio Disney, Kohl's, AmSouth, Kodak and Crystal Light. Despite the potential with her acting career, there was no denying Teya's passion for dance. Teya's training and outgoing personality led her to one of Canadian TV's most notable stages when she was chosen as a contestant and finalist for Season 4 of So You Think You Can Dance.  For many years, Teya has been building strong credits in both the Canadian and American dance community. TV credits include The Voice and Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (NBC), Riverdale and DC'S Legends Of Tomorrow (CW), The Twilight Zone (Paramount+), as well as The American Music Awards, The Grammy Awards, and The BET Awards. Film credits include Step Up 5, Christmas Chronicles 2, Nickelodeon's Spectacular!, Center Stage 2: Turn It Up, as well as numerous films for Disney: Sneakerella, Descendants 2 & 3, Freaky Friday, and Zapped. Teya has also toured with US recording artist Hailee Steinfeld, and danced alongside Taylor Swift. Over the years, Teya has also been fortunate enough to work closely with world renowned choreographers Kenny Ortega, Jamal Sims, Luther Brown, Christopher Scott, Aakomon Jones, Draico Johnson, Nappytabs, Fatima Robinson, Tony Testa, and Keone & Mari. Teya has most recently moved into the role of choreographer where she continues to thrive as a leader and creator. Recent credits include Disney's Zombies 3 & 4 (Associate Choreographer), The Emmy Awards (Assistant Choreographer) and movement coaching for actor/singer Laura Morano. Connect on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/teyawild https://www.facebook.com/profile.php

Today's guest is @iamgerranReese dancer, choreographer, educator galore. I've known Gerran now for almost 15 years (!) through lots of different dance education spaces - and I'm so excited I was finally able to get him on the pod. Gerran is super inspirational in so many ways and we chat about:The differences between regular weekly classes and more program based trainingknowing yourself, your strengths/weaknesses, defining your own version of success in dance. How to research and pay close attention to what inspires you before you start your career. Hi! I am Gerran Reese, I have been teaching dance throughout the world for the past fifteen years and consider this my true passion & purpose. I grew up in Portland, Oregon where I trained in all styles of dance including Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, and African.I am currently faculty at The Movement Lifestyle,  TMilly Studio, The Brea Space,  Monsters of Hip-Hop Convention (A list), AMDA (BFA Program for Performing Arts,) The Nexxt Move Dance Convention. I have taught internationally at LAX (Paris, France) Studio 68 (London,) SDA Camp (Poland) Base Studios (London), and Brent Street (Sydney).I have worked for artists such as Beyonce, Britney Spears, Kelly Rowland, T-Boz, Daniel Bedingfield, Carmit, Estelle, Muse, Amei, Rochelle Jordan, Kona Rose, Two-feet, and many more. I have worked with top choreographers such as Kevin Maher, Brian Friedman, Tessandra Chavez, Travis Payne, Tabitha & Napoleon, Derrell Bullock, Hi-Hat, Andye J, Tony Testa, and many more.Credits include: Disney's – Black is King, Monsters of Hip Hop Show Cast 2014, The Jefferson Dancers, and The NBA Blazer Hip-Hop Squad. I have done commercial campaign work for Reebok, Puma, and Nike. As well as dancing for television programs such as X-Factor, America's Got Talent, The View, Dancing With the Stars, The TV-Land Awards, The Emmy Gala, and The Grammy's.I would describe my teaching style as an engaging and authentic experience that helps you specifically discover how to become the best artist and dancer you can be. I want you to feel your transformation from the time you walk into class to the time you walk out. Dance is truly a journey, moreover, an individual journey. Art is limitless!Hey y'all! I'm Justine, the voice behind the DC:U pod and MNTR MGMT. After 15+ years in the industry as a choreographer, dancer, producer, educator and more, I'm now working closely with dance artists on professional development, business skills and digital enhancement. Curious? Book a free 1:1 Career Call. You can also help support the podcast! Subscribe and receive exclusive member benefits --> Pod Producer/SupporterConnect with me on Insta @mntr.mgmt

This week Tony Testa stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about his music and his future plans. He also played some music for us in the 561 Music Lounge. Tony Testa can be found at the following links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tonytesta95/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theetonytesta/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnotTsQ3YOdqTWiiedPvqYQ 561 Music Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7y2i0AgJTGRMtxMADgZ7AZ?si=Zp77sqBTuewWTDouxH2g 561 Music Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/561musicpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/561musicpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/561musicpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/561musicpodcast A huge thank you to our sponsors this week. HANDLEBARS BAR AND GRILL Handlebars is a little biker bar in Tequesta FL with a lot of history. Famous with bikers around the world in its previous incarnation as Judy's, the new owners have kept the feel and vibe of the place while upgrading the quality of the food and drink. From its bike nights that fall every 2nd Thursday of the month to its daily great food and drink and cool atmosphere, Handlebars is a destination bar for anyone who owns a bike, and even if you don't ride you are welcome to come and soak in the vibe with an ice-cold beer. Go online and check the place out at www.handlebars-bar-and-grill.com or find us on Facebook to keep up with events and find out about bookings and menu items. OASIS ROOT COFFEE AND KAVA LOUNGE Oasis Root Coffee and Kava Lounge in Jupiter is a fun, relaxing place to come by drink kava, java, or tea, and hang out… South Pacific Style! Open daily from 8am-1am. Located at 185 E. Indiantown Rd., Suite 111, Jupiter, FL 33477. LIVE MUSIC COMMUNITY Thank you to Justin and Live Music Community for all they do to make our podcasts as professional as possible. If you are looking to do a podcast, record an album, do a live stream, or anything of that type, Live Music Community is the place to go. LMC is also a music school that takes it up a notch by not only teaching the foundations of music theory and songs on instruments and vocals but also teaches the students the full band experience. They team your child up with like-minded individuals who then go on to play shows, do live streams, and learn the dos and don'ts of being in a successful working band. You can find them online at https://www.livemusiccommunity.com and on Facebook and Instagram @LMCFlorida 561 Music Podcast was recorded by our producer Justin Hucker at Live Music Community, which offers podcasting, video production, live stream, music lessons, recording and so much more. Check them out and take a virtual studio tour here: https://www.livemusiccommunity.com and make sure you check out the livestream Sunday nights on their YouTube Channel. Special Guest: Tony Testa.

Tony Testa is the Head Football Coach at West Virginia Wesleyan College. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/zach-davis0/support

This conversation with Shockwave is deep and very important to listen about the expectations that we have as humans in which we have the power to improve in society. In this episode you will learn about:Where your street dance movements come from.The importance of you knowing where styles originated.How you can improve society expectations by being yourself and not following the leader.How some trends become toxic instead of creating unity.How artists can create more money by working together to create a better financial industry. Favorite Quote: “The great thinker talks about ideas, the average thinker talks about events, the small thinker talks about people .” Shockwave has experience learning from freestyle popping legends and he is able to teach where those movements come from. About Shockwave:Shockwave is a  Los Angeles born dancer who expresses through physical and spiritual energy with respect to tradition. He strives to instill belief in one’s self and unlock creativity while preserving the culture of art forms.Through foundation, perspective and vision, he looks to inspire others to feel what can’t be expressed through words and be more than what society dictates, for the new generation, and to those who dance for a lifetime. Follow Shockwave:Instagram Facebook Shockwave - Soul Levels (by Beatslaya) Text: ANNIVERSARY to (323) 524-9857 to view our WATCH PARTY for our 20th Anniversary Maxt Out Dance Competition online! Follow us:Learn more: Dance Your LifeLearn more: Maxt Out Dance CompetitionInstagram @maxtoutdanceMaxt Out on FacebookTikTok @maxtoutdanceSign-up for our FREE Maxt Out at Home Dance Classes!Follow Joanna:Learn more The Get Up GirlJoanna Vargas on InstagramJoanna Vargas on FacebookTikTok @joannavargasofficialOperation Underground Railroad – OURRescue.org

Kevin talks about his experiences working with Madonna, Michael Jackson and Prince, to name a few. In this episode you will learn about:How dance can be developed in different ways the more experiences you allow yourself to go through.Choosing your strengths to take you through the journey you want.Allowing every single audition as a growth experience.Working with different artists and being a team player.Mental preparations before an audition to create a fun experience rather than it being stressful.Favorite Quote: “Everything is an opportunity if YOU make it an opportunity.”Kevin is a very humble artist. He has worked with so many other big artists and in movies. He loves to share his stories from when he first started dancing to what he is working on now.About Kevin:Kevin Stea has been one of the most well known and recognized dancers in the industry over the past 25 years. He has been successful in areas as diverse as choreography, modeling, directing, acting and hosting. Kevin has worked with the world’s top musical artists, directors, photographers and designers.Follow Kevin:InstagramFacebook Kevin Stea: Choreographer & Dancer for the StarsKevinStea.com / Rihanna VogueThat Rogue Romeo - City of Glass (Official Music Video) Text: ANNIVERSARY to (323) 524-9857 to view our WATCH PARTY for our 20th Anniversary Maxt Out Dance Competition online! Follow us:Learn more: Dance Your LifeLearn more: Maxt Out Dance CompetitionInstagram @maxtoutdanceMaxt Out on FacebookTikTok @maxtoutdanceSign-up for our FREE Maxt Out at Home Dance Classes!Follow Joanna:Learn more The Get Up GirlJoanna Vargas on InstagramJoanna Vargas on FacebookTikTok @joannavargasofficialOperation Underground Railroad – OURRescue.org 

The subject of today's episode is GRATITUDE and INDULGING. Specifically, indulging in celebrations that DON’T clumsily step on other cultures OR leave you and the top button of your pants completely undone. This episode is absolutely NOT holiday-exclusive or Thanksgiving specific. But if you allow yourself to indulge in the list of simple pleasures laid out in this episode (instead of the traditional holiday key players: Food, Booze, and more food), your whole life can become a little more like a party! Quick Links: Black Friday Sale: https://www.thedanawilson.com/shop Promo Code: JAZZED (Limited time offer from Nov 26th - Dec 4th) Sony A6000: https://amzn.to/3fHxOyB Tony Testa: http://www.tonytestaofficial.com/about Transcript: Intro: This is words that move me, the podcast where movers and shakers, like you get the information and inspiration. You need to navigate your creative career with clarity and confidence. I am your host master mover, Dana Wilson. And if you're someone that loves to learn, laugh and is looking to rewrite the starving artist story, then sit tight, but don't stop moving because you're in the right place. Dana: Hello, Hello, my friend. How are you? I'm doing very well this morning. If you are listening to this podcast on the day of its release, then Thanksgiving is tomorrow. American Thanksgiving. That is, and we're going to talk about it, but before you listeners that are dropping in from way out there in the future, stop listening before you hit pause. Let me just tell you that this episode is absolutely not holiday exclusive or even really Thanksgiving specific for that matter, actually Thanksgiving and several other American holidays are a really hot button issue right now. And, um, you know, therefore this podcast episode will not be discussing what Thanksgiving is about. Um, I'm going to stick with what I know, which is certainly not US history and or the genocide of indigenous people. Today. I am going to be talking about gratitude and simply celebrating and indulging in natural human pleasures that don't, uh, step clumsily on other cultures or leave you and the top button of your pants completely undone. So whether or not you will be celebrating Thanksgiving tomorrow, this episode is full of really good stuff. Stuffing good stuffing. Sorry. I will not do that anymore. I promise. Full of really, really good stuff for you. But first wins. If you're new to the podcast, by the way, I start every week talking about some wins, that can be very, very big or they could be very, very small. And after I go, you go, so start thinking about your wins. Okay. This week, my win is that I stepped out of my comfort zone and actually stepped out of my house for that matter. After my bedtime, which is approximately 8:30 PM apparently. I don't know about you guys. It is the middle of November and I am still really struggling to adapt to this new sleep cycle thing. Okay. Anyways, it's 8:30 and I am going on a night photography walk with one of my very best friends. The one, the only Tony Testa. If you don't know Tony Testa, I feel bad for you. Please go do some digging. You are in for such a treat. All right. So way, way back in episode two, I talk a little bit about my gear, all of the gizmos and gadgets that I assembled

Tony Testa, Host of the Finding Subjects podcast, takes us on a wonderful bird walk through the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, in Philadelphia, USA. Suzy tells us more about some of birds seen on the walk. Red-winged Blackbird, Gray Catbird, Yellow Warbler and Northern Cardinal. Also Suzy gives us an update on the Global Bird Weekend, tells us about her recent bird sightings, and provides some advice for feeding garden birds. Note: Free access to the Virtual Birdfair talks and lectures has been extended until the end of December. Don't miss an episode - subscribe to the show (Subscribing is free) Thank you to Randy Braun for designing the artwork for the show. The theme music is Short Sleeved Shirt by The Drones. Thanks to them for letting me use it. Check out their website at www.dronesmusic.net Time stamps: 00:00:51 Global Bird Weekend Update 00:03:12 Tony Testa Bird Walk 00:13:30 Bird descriptions from the walk 00:18:45 Suzy’s Bird Notes 00:20:50 BirdFeeder tips 00:23:29 Birdfair talks are free 00:24:02 Your bird sightings 00:25:40 Keep in Touch Birds mentioned in Tony’s walk: Red-winged Blackbird Yellow Warbler Northern Cardinal Northern Mockingbird Osprey Song Sparrow American Robin Black-capped Chickadee Gray Catbird Barn Swallows Woodpecker Baltimore Oriole Find out more at allaboutbirds.com Links: John Heinz Refuge Finding Subjects (Tony Testa's podcast) Global Bird Weekend eBird: October Big Day 2020: a global birding phenomenon BTO Guide to feeding birds. BTO Bird health advice Virtual Birdfair Lectures The Casual Birder Podcast website    

Show Notes Transcript: Intro: This is words that move me, the podcast where movers and shakers like you get the information and inspiration you need to navigate your creative career with clarity and confidence. I am your host, master mover, Dana Wilson. And if you’re someone that loves to learn, laugh and is looking to … Continue reading "Ep. #21 Not Booking (A.K.A. Not Getting What You Want)"

For Season 2 I am changing it up and basically becoming a traveling journalist...no big deal. Today of all dayzzzz I am in the hizzzouse of my amazing friend, Mason Cutler in Topanga Canyon. You may recognize Mason from the “Higher Love” music video or seen him on tour with Taylor Swift, Demi Lavoto, or Shaping Sound. Maybe you saw him as a principal dancer on the sandy beaches of Teen Beach Movie or when he claimed his jock role of Colt Channing in Teen Beach 2! His fusion of contemporary and hip hop dance styles have given him opportunities to work with with many world renowned choreographers in the industry such a Kenny Ortega, Margueritte Derricks, Chris Scott, Tyce Diorio, Tony Testa to name a few.I would describe Mason’s style as Mason. He is one of a kind. He is a mover, part mer-man and creative extraordinaire. Over the last few years, he has submerged himself into music. Writing and creating his own music. He performs and also teaches master classes set to his own music. I am so proud and inspired by him all the time. This is one my sweetest chit chats yet because Mase is such a good one!

Jasmine Rafael is a professional dancer, choreographer, and instructor based in North Hollywood.  She has danced for artists like Alyson Stoner, Tori Kelly, Herb Alpert, Jojo Siwa, Teyana Taylor, and Nicki Minaj to name a few, as well as work closely with leading choreographers such as Napoleon and Tabitha D'umo, Fresh Redding, Scotty Nguyen, Tony Testa, and more. Jasmine was also blessed to have joined the Monsters of Hip Hop Cast of 2013, as well as being able to choreograph for the Monsters of Hip Hop Show the next year. She has toured with several different conventions, as touring faculty on Shock the Intensive and Epic Convention, and has taught across the country for the past three years, setting numerous pieces of award-winning recognized choreography. Jasmine has helped lead and dance in two well-known female crews, Paper Dolls, and Katalyst Dance Movement. Most recently, she was the lead  choreographer a summer musical film by Relativity Media called "Summer Forever". Jasmine has also danced and choreographed for young superstar, Jojo Siwa, and worked with Nickelodeon for two years now.  In LA, Jasmine has taught at Millennium Dance Complex, and Edge Performing Arts Center. Jasmine's chief passion in life and in this industry is to continue feeding her passion with knowledge and to inspire others to be the best they can be, and to be themselves. Jasmine shares how she was able to make confident choices that led her to live the life that she has today.  She also shares tips that can help you in your own journey to self confidence. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Jasmine's episode, Jasmine's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Relive the 1960s in the Rock and Roll Spectacular on November 2 with four incredible acts including The Duprees! Tony Testa joins us again on All Access to discuss how he found his way to The Duprees and the work he put in to try to re-create the original sound of the group! Check out the event page for all the details: http://bit.ly/33kAZ8q

Tony Testa is a standout choreographer, director, and producer in the dance industry. His deep respect and appreciation for dance as an art form is truly mesmerizing, and with that he continues to be an active observer, philosopher, and lifelong student of the medium as his work with movement expands. I am so grateful that Tony took the time to chat with me in this episode, and that through our conversation together you will have the pleasure of experiencing the intersection of movement, art, and dance, through his eyes. So much of what was shared here has inspired me in my own life, and I am thrilled to offer these kernels of wisdom to you all as well. To connect further with Tony and learn more about his work, you can head over to his website or search his name through Youtube and Vimeo. www.tonytestaofficial.com Vimeo and Youtube: search Tony Testa Be sure to share this episode with friends if you enjoyed listening, and of course please leave us a review if you liked what you heard!

Ian Eastwood https://www.instagram.com/ian_eastwood/ https://www.twitter.com/ian_eastwood/ https://www.youtube.com/user/DJIcon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ian_Eastwood http://www.ian-eastwood.com/ - Adult Lessons   Dance2xs http://www.instagram.com/2xsgroup Patrick Chen http://www.instagram.com/patrick2xs Jabbawockeez http://www.instagram.com/jabbawockeez What is a DVD? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DVD Electric Boogaloos Jam https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp2kEa-Bf-I Mr. Wiggles https://www.instagram.com/mrwigglesrsc/ What is Dial-up? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dial-up_Internet_access Tucker Barkley https://www.instagram.com/tuckerbarkley/ Gigi Torres https://www.instagram.com/geegtorres/ Gil Dudulao https://www.instagram.com/ghsduldulao/ Tucker Barkley and Gigi Torres in Gil's Class https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4RdEXTHOOc Nsync / Britney Spears - 1999 MTV Video Music Awards https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbdwVyyZ4rc Michael Jackson https://www.instagram.com/michaeljackson/ Smooth Criminal Music Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_D3VFfhvs4 What is a Music Video? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_video Monsters of Hip Hop https://www.instagram.com/monstersdance/ Tony Testa https://twitter.com/ttestaofficial?lang=en https://tonytestaofficial.com Geo Hubela https://www.instagram.com/geohubela/ Shaun Evaristo https://www.instagram.com/shaunevaristo/ Popin' Pete https://www.instagram.com/popinpete/ Sugapop https://www.instagram.com/sugapop1/ Nick Demoura https://www.instagram.com/nickdemoura/ Nick Demoura - Click, Click, Click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJ1GFl6uNqY Nick Demoura and & Ian Eastwood Collabo - Miles Away https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMTKEcQoie4 Peter Eastwood (Dad) https://www.instagram.com/young_lions_dance/ Julia Eastwood https://www.instagram.com/juliathedreamweaver/ Young Lions https://www.instagram.com/theyounglions_/   33:18 Young Lions The Underdog :  It’s the person that wants to be in the top spot and has the hunger to be there and the drive, but you know they got a lot in front of them as well.  They have a long way to go.  They still have to have the torch passed to them, they still have to earn their spot thru their journey…   Marty Kudelka https://www.instagram.com/mrkudelka/ Black Eyed Peas XBOX Commercial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oraWdOs6JY Mos Wanted Crew https://www.instagram.com/moswantedcrew/?hl=en Brian Puspos https://www.instagram.com/brianpuspos/ Commonless https://www.instagram.com/commonless_/?hl=en Gerald Nonato https://www.instagram.com/geraldnonadoez/?hl=en Zendaya https://www.instagram.com/zendaya/?hl=en Zendaya - Replay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyLE48i4XY0 Colin Tilley https://www.instagram.com/colinseyes/?hl=en Vic Mensa https://www.instagram.com/vicmensa/?hl=en Vini vs Ian | Final | All Styles Battle | Fair Play Dance Camp 2018 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4hkq3iwTwI   1:11:30 GOLDEN RULE If you're ever to collect any money off of something that you're really passionate about and you love, like at that point in your life you can't really ask for much more than that right because whatever you've done to put you in that position to like to just buy really anything it doesn't have to be that you're living off it but if you're able to like gain from something that you put so much of your life into without expecting anything back that’s like the ultimate sign of life giving back to you…   https://www.kinjaz.com/podkast https://www.kinjazpodkast.com https://www.instagram.com/kinjazpodkast https://www.twitter.com/kinjazpodkast https://www.facebook.com/kinjazpodkast

This episode combines some of the most empowering lessons from guests of this past season. Listen to inspiring words from Gina Pero, Gemma Bender, Mark Porteous, Adam Cates, Jessika Maja Magnusson, Holly Sharpe, Robert Contreras, Bex Burton, Mario Spinetti, Alexa Blair Robertson, Doriana Sanchez, Tony Testa, Dr. Barbara Fritts, William Carr, Dana Wilson, Francisco Gella, Minette Sanchez, and Vital Germaine to receive tools to live life full out with feeling!   

Q & A : Tony Testa : Artistic Director and Choreographer   1. What is one tool that people have to “jump in to life?”   2. What is one way you can move through needing the approval of others?   3.What is it like to work with the non-profits you are working with?   4. What is the mark you want to leave this world with?

Gina replays Tony Testa's most teachable moments. From listening to Gods clues, to jumping all in, celebrating success and failure, this episode will remind you in a quick flash of whats most important and ways to start living life full out.     

Since moving to LA in 2005, Testa has been an Artistic Director for THE VOICE UK, NICKI MINAJ (AMA's), ONE DIRECTION (SNL),  KYLIE MINOGUE's "APHRODITE" World Tour, Kpop's "EXO” Lost Planet World Tour, & 2 Installations for the LACMA MUSEUM.  He has Choreographed for JANET JACKSON, JLO, ARIANA GRANDE,  BRITNEY SPEARS, DEMI LOVATO, VERSACE, 2 shows for FRANCO DRAGONE, & with MJ on his final project, THIS IS IT.  Most recently he Co - Choreographed both the remake of THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW and DESCENDANTS 2 (in post-production) with mentor & director Kenny Ortega. Aside from his work in the Pop Industry, Testa's Creative Activism to has lead him to Direct a documentary for MOVE THE WORLD & to stand behind non-profits such as CREATIVE VISIONS, THE WOODEN FLOOR, THE PAINTED TURTLE, & CREATIVITY HEALS.  He was a Guest Speaker for TEDx Palisades, where he used dance to raise awareness about the effects of over-fishing.  Tony Testa grew up training in Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Partnering, Break-Dance, & Hip-Hop in his hometown of Fort Collins, CO. www.tonytestaofficial.com Blessings, 

Deardra Shuler interviews Tony Testa of The Duprees who will be performing as part of a Doo Wop show at Lehman Center for the Performing Arts in the Bronx, NY. on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 8:00 pm.  Other groups featured to appear with the Duprees are The Platters, The Belmonts, Barbara Harris & The Toys, Larry Chance & The Earls and Ragdoll. The Duprees were formed in the early 1960’s in Jersey City, NJ by five William L. Dickinson High School students. They were discovered by big band leader George Paxton who combined their smooth doo-wop vocal harmonies with a big band backing on their first single, a cover of Jo Stafford’s “You Belong To Me”, which was an instant top-ten hit and million-seller. Thus the sound of the Duprees was born and hits in the same format kept coming throughout the 1960s including “My Own True Love,” “Take Me As I Am,” “Why Don't You Believe Me,” “Have You Heard,” “Love Eyes,” “It Isn't Fair” and “Let Them Talk.” Over the years, various members of the band have come and gone, but their unique mixture of doo-wop vocals with big band arrangements has remained. Along with Tony Testa, Jimmy Spinelli, Tommy Petillo, and Phil Granito make up the rest of the current group. Original member Michael Kelly left the group in 2012.  The other 3 original members, Joe Santollo, Joey (Canzano) Vann and Michael J Arnone passed. In 2006, the original Duprees were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is located on the Lehman College campus, located at 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West, Bronx, NY 10468. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Lehman Center box office at 718-960-8833 or online at www.LehmanCenter.org.  

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