What perceptions do people have about dance? What does a dance class, dance performance, dance lesson look like in the minds of others? Is dance training interpreted as an elite unattainable art reserved only for the gifted and talented? If yes, then it is easy to see how fears and insecurities about embarking on ones own dance journey can be met with hesitation. How can we change peoples understanding of dance, in so that ones own interest in pursuing it as a hobby, form of exercise or area of study can be realized. We will address some of the contributing factors that may lead to the feeling that “Dance is Scary” with the help of Ms Jenny Patrone.
GUEST: Jenny has worked in all aspects of the industry, both locally and internationally splitting her time between the U.K and Australia. Current Disney Audition Choreographer in the UK and Australia for Tokyo, Disney cruises. Jenny's is a teacher, choreographer and performer, having danced with rock legend Neil Young and on the popular television program Downton Abbey. She is the co-creator of 1920s entertainment group The Gatsby Girls, performing throughout the UK and Europe. Jenny currently works with professional actors and singers under the company she founded CBS Dance, offering dance classes to this exclusive group of performers in the UK.
INSTA: @cbs_dance
TWIT: @dancecbs
FB: @cbsdancelondon
LINKEDIN: Jenny Patrone
WEBSITE: cbsdance.com
Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.