Dance Matters Podcast

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Briden Starr was born into the world of Performing Arts. She grew up on the stage and television. Throughout her journey Briden has learnt a lot of sometimes difficult life lessons. She shares her wealth of knowledge and experience with us as well as her positive outlook. She has appeared in The Great Gatsby and Wolverine as well as the television show X factor. Touring as a singer and performer she has travelled the world. Briden frequently models overseas on catwalks and in media campaigns. She now owns and directs Village Nation dance studio. 

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Bonnie Lythgoe is an entertainment industry success story. Her career spans more than 30 years. Bonnie’s achievements as a dancer, choreographer, director, TV presenter, TV producer and Broadway producer are second to none. We explore Bonnie's amazing career with all it's outstanding achievements. Bonnie has worked on numerous television shows, films and live entertainment both as a producer and a performer. We explore all of her achievements and the challenges she has faced throughout her stellar career. Bonnie gives behind the scenes details of auditions for her well renowned yearly pantomimes, explaining what it is that she is really looking for in a performer. 

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We take a moment to reflect on all the craziness of the past couple of months. This episode discusses the recent impacts on the Performing Arts sector. We also take the opportunity to reflect on the amazing guests who have appeared on the show. Take a little time out and make sure to listen, love and learn. 

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Jordan Clark is a professional dancer and actress. She first entered our television screens as the winner of So You Think You Can Dance Canada. Jordan also starred in the hit television show The Next Step as Giselle. Throughout her career she has appeared in a number of films and television shows. She continues to impress with her choreography and dance abilities. In this episode we explore all of the highlights of her career as well as the challenges she has faced. At the end of the episode Jordan has an extra special announcement for Australian and New Zealand Dancers. Listen to the end to find out the amazing opportunity for dancers. 

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Victoria has been dancing since she was only three years old. She experienced much success dancing competitively in Canada and was even a member of Team Canada. At the tender age of thirteen she landed her breakthrough role on The Next Step. Victoria shares with us her journey on The Next Step, a show she was part of for seven seasons. We also discuss her upcoming projects, goals and dreams for the future. 

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Sophie Holloway is the first Australian to become one of the prestigious Radio City Rockettes. Join with us to explore her amazing career. Highlights of which include; dancing in Baz Luhrmann's The Great Gatsby and for artists including Cher and Katy Perry. Sophie has spent seven years as part of the Rockettes and shares with us the audition process as well as what is actually involved in their shows. Her favourite performance to date would be dancing with The Rockettes at the 71st Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in 2017 where she got to meet Orlando Bloom. Listen to find out what Sophie's goals and dreams are for the future. 

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Alexander Borg is a young superstar dancer in the making. We interview him fresh off his contract with the Sydney Dance Company. Alexander shares all of his inspirations and the steps he has taken to reach this point in his career. Be inspired by his never give up attitude and determination to make a career as a Professional Dancer. 

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Jennie Pappas first danced into our homes on our television screens as Chloe in The Next Step. Jennie describes the training and hardwork that lead to her break through role in the hit televsion show. Jennie continues to pursue her dancing career working on music videos and musical theatre performances. A passionate and dedicated dancer, be inspired by her journey. 

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Marko Panzic is the Artistic Director and Founder of Australia's first commercial dance company, The Dream Dance Company. Join with us as Marko shares his experiences working with top recording artists including; Ricky Martin, Kylie Minogue, Geri Halliwell and so many more. We talk all things Dream and what he is looking for when people audition to be a part of the Dream Junior and Dream Creative. Passion, knowledge and insight, Marko shares it all with us as we discuss the Australian dance industry and the opportunities available to dancers in our country and Internationally. 

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Dylan is a Canadian dancer who shot to fame when she landed a role on the television show The Next Step. She has danced competitively in Canada with outstanding results. We talk about her time on The Next Step as Jacquie and she reveals all the behind the scenes action. Find out how much training goes into being such an amazing dancer and what her goals and dreams are for the future.