Abun(dance)

Abun(dance)

By Kristen Faraclas and Hannah SchayesArtsPerforming Arts
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Abun(dance) episodes

  • Laurie Deyo
    This episode features Laurie Deyo who has a non-traditional yet very successful career in dance. Kristen and Hannah talk about dance education with Laurie as well as her career leading up to where she is currently. 
    *Trigger Warning: this interview brings up issues of eating disorders (please be mindful and take care of yourselves as this can be a challenging subject for some)
    1 hr 2 min
  • Solveig Santillano
    Kristen and Hannah are so honored to bring to you their former dance professor, Solveig Santillano! She has a lot of wonderful insight on how her career as a dancer and dance educator has evolved. Solveig dives deep into her own experiences that have evidently shaped her into the artist she is today.
    1 hr 11 min
  • Renée Meiffren
    Kristen and Hannah are beyond excited to kick off their interview series with the lovely Renée Meiffren! Thank you to Renée for sharing some of your experiences training, dancing, teaching, and archiving. You are an inspiration and a joy to learn about!
    37 min
  • Outdoor Performance Opportunities
    Episode 15: OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES Kristen and Hannah discuss the different challenges and points of consideration when it comes to performing outdoors. They take a look a look at various outdoor dance festivals and how they function especially during this unique year.
    50 min
  • Theatre Traditions
    EPISODE 14: THEATRE TRADITIONS From pre-show circles to closing up the theater with the ghost light, Kristen and Hannah discuss traditions that are common to performances. If you are asking yourself questions about the meaning behind the famed bows or the receiving of flowers at the end of a show then you'll definitely want to give this a listen!
    49 min
  • Reflection on Reflection

    EPISODE 13: REFLECTION ON REFLECTION Kristen and Hannah discuss the pros and cons to the mirror and its affects on us as dancers. We invite everyone to think about how mirrors play a role in their day to day routine. How does it make you feel?

    32 min
  • Audition Advice
    Episode 12: AUDITION ADVICE Seeking: Dancers interested in pursuing a professional career in dance. Kristen and Hannah shed light on the in-person and Zoom audition process.  Here's what you can expect and should be prepared for.
    42 min
  • (Don't) "Break a leg!"
    Episode 11: (DON'T) "BREAK A LEG!" The physical demands of dance unfortunately lead to a lot of injuries. From research, education, and personal experiences, Kristen and Hannah tackle some of the causes, susceptible populations, and injury prevention.
     *Disclaimer, we are not experts and should not replace seeing or talking to a medical professional*
    42 min
  • Gender in Dance: A Discussion

    Episode 10: GENDER IN DANCE: A DISCUSSION Let's take a look at the stereotypes and barriers that exist surrounding gender in the dance world. Not so shockingly, many of these stem from our overall society. We have a long way to go, but slowly some positive change is coming about. Keep having these discussions and enacting change!

    42 min
  • Barre Talk
    Episode 9: BARRE TALK Join Kristen and Hannah for a fun dance Q&A in which they learn new tidbits of information about each other. Grab a refreshment, sit back, relax, and enjoy some 'barre talk!'
    1 hr 3 min

About Abun(dance)

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Welcome to Abun(dance). You guessed it, a podcast dedicated to all things surrounding dance. Your co-hosts Kristen and Hannah are two best friends and former college roommates. From personal…