In this episode, I sit down with Alyssa Noble, a modern and contemporary dance artist, choreographer, and marketing consultant. Her story stretches from her first plié at age four in Schaumburg, Illinois, to her dynamic contributions to Durham, North Carolina’s dance scene today. Alyssa lets us into her creative world, where choreography becomes a blend of storytelling and abstraction, balancing the concrete with the enigmatic.

We dig into some of her standout projects, like Don’t Get Any Ideas, Little Lady, which offers a fresh take on the ever-persistent question: “How can we push against and reimagine the ways femininity and masculinity show up in our lives?” She also gives us a peek into Recital, a multidisciplinary variety show that feels like a love letter to joy and nostalgia, bringing together professional artists to celebrate both.

This conversation was a colorful swirl of insights into dance, community, and what it means to create with intention. Whether you’re a performance enthusiast or just curious about the magic behind the curtain, there’s something here for you. 💕🩰🪩

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Connect with Alyssa Noble:

https://www.instagram.com/ascho3/

https://www.alyssanobledance.com

https://anoblecreativesolutions.com

Connect with me:

https://www.instagram.com/alwhyssa/

https://www.instagram.com/womanifestomag/

alyssacuffie.com

womanifestomag.com

Support the Pod:

https://ko-fi.com/alwhyssa

Additional Details:

Sponsored by VAE Raleigh and their Snapdragon Grant

Recorded at Queeny's in Durham

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