Abun(dance)

Abun(dance)

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

  • Furthering Your Education: Master's Degree & Beyond

    Episode 8: FURTHERING YOUR EDUCATION: MASTER'S DEGREE & BEYOND If you're curious about what the next steps are in your dance education this is the episode for you. The finale of our college dance series provides Kristen's first hand account on what it's like to get your Masters in Dance. Not only can you get your M.A and M.F.A. in Dance but you can also receive your Ph.D. as well! This episode is a continuation of helpful insight on what other degrees are offered in the dance field.

    33 min
  • College Dance: Tips!
    Episode 7: COLLEGE DANCE: TIPS! Welcome to part 2 of our college dance series! Kristen and Hannah shed light on many activities and organizations dance students can take advantage of or join inside and outside of their college/university program. They encourage involvement to make the most out of your time in school. Pro tip: always remember to 'carpe diem' or 'seize the day' folks!
    47 min
  • Applying For College Dance Programs

    Episode 6: APPLYING FOR COLLEGE DANCE PROGRAMS If you feel overwhelmed about which college and dance program is right for you, Kristen and Hannah discuss helpful tips and tricks to guide a high school senior in preparation for their future in college. They hope to shed some light on how to be successful as one embarks on this next exciting chapter of their life.

    53 min
  • Take a Chance, Create a Dance
    Episode 5: TAKE A CHANCE, CREATE A DANCE Kristen and Hannah discuss many aspects of choreography--from their experiences as both a dancer and as a choreographer. They explore the depth and value of being in each of these roles. If you ever wondered what it's like behind the scenes of a choreographic project, this one is for you!
    59 min
  • Let's Legitimize Dance
    Episode 4: LET'S LEGITIMIZE DANCE
    How is dance depicted in society? Can dance be considered a sport? Kristen and Hannah explain the comments and concerns they've faced being dance majors and pursuing careers in this field. They discuss how dance and sports overlap, but yet the disparities that exist within society.
    38 min
  • Unpacking Dance on Film
    Episode 3: UNPACKING DANCE ON FILM With the latest releases of 'Tiny Pretty Things' on Netflix and 'On Pointe' which can be viewed on Disney+, Kristen and Hannah both compare and critique new and old dance documentaries and dramas. How is dance portrayed in film? What role do documentaries, movies, and TV series stand in the dance world? 
    Warning: Spoilers (Make sure to do your homework and sit back and enjoy some dance on screen)
    1 hr 20 min
  • Dancing & Performing Virtually

    Episode 2: DANCING & PERFORMING VIRTUALLY 

    From the unexpected positive outcomes to the never ending challenges, Kristen and Hannah dive into the adventures of Zoom and other online platforms dancers are using during this unprecedented time. Where does dance stand in our virtual world? In this episode they explore options for performing and what that has looked like this year for the holiday tradition of 'The Nutcracker.'

    1 hr 15 min
  • Meet Us!

    Episode 1: MEET US!

    Welcome to our brand new podcast! Your co-hosts, Kristen a current grad student earning her MA in Dance Education with the American Ballet Theatre Teaching Certification at NYU and Hannah an Apprentice with Lori Belilove & the Isadora Duncan Dance Company, resident performing company of Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation. These two best friends are excited to talk about all things dance--bringing an abundance of personal experiences and information from the dance world to the table!

    30 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…