Episode Summary:

Host Menina Fortunato takes listeners on the red carpet at the Industry Dance Awards. Featuring exclusive interviews with top dance industry professionals, award recipients, and performers, the episode highlights inspiring stories, career advice, and upcoming projects from some of the biggest names in dance. From honoring dance veterans to young rising stars, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring dancers and industry insiders.

Show Notes:

• 00:00 - Introduction Host: Menina Fortunato

• 01:30 - Phil Wright (Co-Host)

Hosting the event with humor and excitement while emphasizing perseverance in dance.

• 04:20 - Allison Holker

Presenting the Stephen Boss Legacy of Hope Scholarship and discussing her upcoming memoir.

• 07:15 - JoJo Siwa

Choreographing for the IDA Icons and sharing her passion for young dancers.

• 09:30 - Krista Miller

Celebrating her daughter’s achievements and advising parents on supporting their child’s dance journey.

• 11:45 - Autumn Miller (Breakout Artist Award Recipient)

Grateful for recognition, currently touring, and emphasizing humility and hard work.

• 14:10 - Tia Stokes (Co-Host)

Honoring young cancer fighters and promoting her upcoming documentary and benefit concert.

• 16:25 - Mollee Gray

Long-time IDA supporters teasing new projects and encouraging young dancers to believe in themselves.

• 18:50 - Cast of "Dance Life"

Attending IDA for the first time and sharing career aspirations.

• 22:00 - The Pittman Sisters

Winning the Social Star Award and discussing upcoming collaborations.

• 24:30 - Cost N Mayor (Viral Trendsetters Award)

Launching a dance card game and advising dancers to leverage digital platforms.

• 27:15 - Brian Friedman (Educator of the Year Award)

Reflecting on his mentorship journey and emphasizing education in dance.

• 30:50 - Sophia Lucia

Hosting an upcoming dance intensive and advising dancers to build strong legal and support networks.

• 33:10 - Noah Lands (Industry Dance Awards CEO)

Raising funds for Dancers Against Cancer and producing a new documentary.

• 35:30 - Christopher Scott & Lance

Choreographing major productions like "Wicked" and emphasizing dance community support.

• 38:00 - Blake McGrath

Announcing fatherhood and mentoring young dancers.

• 40:30 - Marcea Lane

Launching new dancewear and working on a film about her life.

• 42:50 - Jennifer Jones

Presenting the Future Visionary Award and discussing her upcoming memoir.

• 45:20 - Jocelyn Basham

Highlighting Dancers Against Cancer’s impact and emphasizing kindness in the industry.

• 47:00 - Kenzie Robertson

Excited about networking and working on new projects in LA.

• 49:00 - Braylon Browner

Performing a self-choreographed solo and striving to choreograph for film and TV.

• 51:30 - Marcia Lane

Presenting awards, launching new dancewear, and sharing business insights.

• 54:00 - Christina Grady

Supporting honored fighters and preparing for the Tremaine convention season.

• 56:00 - Jennifer Jones

Presenting the Future Visionary Award and launching new books.

• 58:00 - Tessa & Chase

Nominated for Teacher of the Year and choreographing for Shania Twain at the People’s Choice Country Awards.

About the Industry Dance Awards:

The Industry Dance Awards & Cancer Benefit Show is an annual event celebrating excellence in dance while raising funds for the Dancers Against Cancer Foundation to support dancers and their families affected by cancer.

Connect with the Industry Dance Awards:

Website

www.industrydanceawards.com

Facebook: 

facebook.com/industrydanceawards

Instagram:

 @industrydanceawards