This week Carly and Hannah talk to James Washington, Point Park Graduate, Professional dancer, and current Dance Department Lead at an esteemed Performing Arts Highschool in Pittsburgh, PA. The 3 discuss the challenges and advantages of being a male dancer, and reminisce over their positive shared competition experiences. James sheds some light on transitioning into a leadership role in a Performing Arts Highschool, and how draining that schedule can be. He also shares how creating more opportunities for his students than he had himself, is his overarching goal. 

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This week Carly and Hannah chat with Editor in Chief of Dance Magazine, Jennifer Stahl. They discuss her path from NYU and performing into writing about dance. They’re impressed by Jennifer’s ability to shed light, empower dance through her writing, and appreciate the journey she took to get there. They dive deep into spreading diversity in the dance world, and how finding passion and hobbies are crucial to leading a full life. 

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This week Carly & Hannah sit down with dance teacher, and student company director Melissa Nibali. The three reminisce about the studio where they have all been on faculty, and how to build community and connection among young dancers. They dive deep into Melissa’s path to learn about the multitude of jobs, side steps, and journeys that lead her to where she is today. 

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This week Carly and Hannah sit down with Adrian Lee, Wicked on Broadway, National Tour of An American in Paris, International Tour with Bad Boys of Dance, Shania Twain in Vegas, and discuss his athletic upbringings and love of competition. They also dive deeper into the loneliness of tour life, and Carly and Hannah are amazed by some of Adrian’s Master class teaching techniques!

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It’s that time of year! Everyone is returning to school, dance, and fall is quickly approaching. So Carly and Hannah sit down to discuss their plans for this upcoming year, and how to improve upon last year’s mistakes. They discuss not making assumptions about students, and dive deep into Carly’s progressive plans for her ballet students. They hope this episode makes the transition a bit easier, and at least you can laugh with them as they transition too!

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This week Carly & Hannah step outside of their dancer boxes and talk to Lighting Designer Brian Jones. Currently on Faculty at UMBC, Brian has worked with dance legends Paul Taylor Dance Company, and too many to name at Jacob’s Pillow. The three discuss the ins and outs of lighting design, helping future generations discover their passion for lighting, and giving young people the professional experiences they deserve! The also dive deep into Brian’s creative process, which is parallel to so many’s choreographic process!

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This week Carly and Hannah sit down and dive deep with Public Moddle School Dance Teacher Lindsey Blick. As a highly trained ballerina and dancer, Lindsey discusses aspirations making a serious shift and how she dealt with that. They reminisce about growing up, how important relationships and mentors truly are, and the differences between teaching in a studio and a school setting. Carly and Hannah loved hearing the ways Lindsey makes dance safe and accessible for all of her students, and you will too!

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This week Carly and Hannah excitedly sit down with Katie Williams, Soloist in American Ballet Theatre. The three women discuss the challenges of becoming a professional Ballet dancer, the exclusivity problem of Ballet, and finding time for Academia while being a full time dancer. Carly and Hannah are particularly inspired by Katie’s focus, drive, and determination, and they try and uncover where that comes from

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This week Carly & Hannah sit down with Chelsea Boyd Brown, and WOW what a conversation. The three discuss their feelings on sparkly sports bras, helping dancers feel autonomous with their bodies, and the huge topic of consent. They discuss practical ways to bring more consent into to the studio, and how technical mistakes can be a symptom of a bigger problem.

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Chelsea: @chelseaboydbrowndance

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Well, we’ve made it! Carly and Hannah have recorded 52 episodes. The podcast has been in the works for about a year and your hosts are reflecting on what they’ve learned. They also share some of their favorite moments and guests. So check it out, it’s like your favorite montage episode of your favorite sitcom!

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