A Conversation About Abuse in the Dance Industry
Guests - Nicole Perry and Keanu Uchida
Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor
In Episode 160 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, intimacy director and dance educator Nicole Perry and NEAMA co-founder and advocate for awareness of sexual abuse in the dance industry, Keanu Uchida, sit down for a candid conversation about improper behavior, unfair power dynamics, and abuse in the dance industry.
*While we do not discuss any graphic details pertaining to sexual abuse in this episode, please take care when listening and preview this episode before listening with children*
Topics Include:
- An explanation of power dynamics and boundaries as they pertain to the artistic dance community
- Red flags to look out for when researching or attending dance events
- How authority figures in the dance industry can work to make a safer space for young dancers
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- Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortiz
- Lesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.dance
- Nicole Perry - @Dancendrama
- Keanu Uchida - @keanu.uchida
Check out our guest’s current projects!
- NEAMA (Nonprofit Education and Advocacy for the Movement Arts)™️
- Intimacy Direction in Dance
- Check out Nicole's upcoming events on her website!
This episode is sponsored by:
Francisco Gella Dance Works - Season 5 Premier Sponsor!
Educational and developmental programs, intensives, and seminars designed to empower students, parents, educators, and artists.
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Guests - Nicole Perry and Keanu Uchida
Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor
In Episode 160 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, intimacy director and dance educator Nicole Perry and NEAMA co-founder and advocate for awareness of sexual abuse in the dance industry, Keanu Uchida, sit down for a candid conversation about improper behavior, unfair power dynamics, and abuse in the dance industry.
*While we do not discuss any graphic details pertaining to sexual abuse in this episode, please take care when listening and preview this episode before listening with children*
Topics Include:
- An explanation of power dynamics and boundaries as they pertain to the artistic dance community
- Red flags to look out for when researching or attending dance events
- How authority figures in the dance industry can work to make a safer space for young dancers
Help support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:
- Monthly Q&A episodes released to members-only
- Priority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.
- Ad-free listening for all of Season 4. No sponsored ads!
- 20% off all IDA Merchandise
- Exclusive bonus content released throughout the year
Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!
Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!
Follow your Hosts & Guests!
- Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortiz
- Lesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.dance
- Nicole Perry - @Dancendrama
- Keanu Uchida - @keanu.uchida
Check out our guest’s current projects!
- NEAMA (Nonprofit Education and Advocacy for the Movement Arts)™️
- Intimacy Direction in Dance
- Check out Nicole's upcoming events on her website!
This episode is sponsored by:
Francisco Gella Dance Works - Season 5 Premier Sponsor!
Educational and developmental programs, intensives, and seminars designed to empower students, parents, educators, and artists.
Register now for an upcoming intensive, workshop or seminar!
Apolla Performance
The benefit of a shoe + the comfort of a sock. Try Apolla Shocks and use code IMPACT10 for 10% off at checkout!
Check out IDA Affiliated Competition Gems Dance Competition!
View their 2024 tour dates and register now!
Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community
Leave us a rev
Apolla PerformanceRevolutionary compression dance socks for all styles!
Francisco Gella Dance Works
In-person intensives & seminars for pre-professional dancers.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Support the show
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