Athletistry Ballet Evolution with Shane Wuerthner

From Classroom to Stage: Navigating the Ballet Professional's Journey, auditions, companies and more!


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Summary


In this episode, Caitlin Sloan shares her journey from classical ballet to contemporary ballet and how she found her true passion. She discusses the challenges of transitioning to a different path and the importance of taking risks and trusting your gut. Caitlin also talks about her transition to coaching and mentoring dancers, offering advice for those looking to pursue professional careers. She provides insights on how to get into company class auditions and encourages dancers to ask for help and make personal connections. To learn more about Caitlin and her mentoring services, visit her website or follow her on social media.


Takeaways


Transitioning from classical ballet to a different style can be challenging but ultimately rewarding.

It's important to trust your instincts and pursue what truly makes you happy, even if it means deviating from your original plan.

Asking for help and making personal connections can greatly enhance your chances of success in the dance industry.

When reaching out to companies for auditions, personalize your communication and show genuine interest in their work.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Background

01:00 Transition from Classical to Contemporary Ballet

04:00 Challenges of Pursuing a Different Path

08:32 Taking Risks and Trusting Your Gut

17:42 Transition to Coaching and Mentoring

21:28 Advice for Dancers Transitioning to Professional Careers

23:27 Getting into Company Class Auditions

31:57 Contacting Caitlin Sloan for Mentoring


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