In this heartfelt episode of Art After Dark, host Randy Ham sits down with Nycole Ray, Artistic Director of Dallas Black Dance Theatre: Encore, to reflect on the company’s 25th anniversary and her 15-year milestone as artistic director. Nycole opens up about her late start in dance, the mentors who shaped her, and her passion for developing not just great dancers—but great human beings.From her first steps in high school to shaping a company that now attracts talent from around the world, Nycole shares the ups, downs, and legacy-building moments of her incredible career. Don't miss the powerful conversation about commitment, recovery, and why being present in the moment matters more than ever.

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Art After Dark is hosted by Odessa Arts Executive Director, Randy Ham.https://odessaarts.orgProduced by: Forty Wolves (@podcastdept)https://fortywolves.comMusic by: Sam Weakshttps://samallen.studioOdessa Arts exists to support and promote the Arts in Odessa and Ector County through Cultural Tourism, Arts Education and Arts Advocacy.