Guests - Brittany Sprung and Giovanni Allen

Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor

In Episode 257 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we're discussing how to keep artistry at the forefront of competitive dance choreography in an arena where it can sometimes feel like tricks have overtaken the stage. 

Topics Include:

•  The creative process and tips for choreographers of all ages and levels
•  What aspects of artistry the judges are looking for on stage
•  How to help your students develop their own creative and artistic voice

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