As of a week ago, the summer months have officially come to an end and for most artists the new season is underway. As promised, we have returned with my three guests from the Estonian National Ballet, Lena Scherer, Ellinor Piirimae, and Leo Celegato, to recap our summers. We hope you had an amazing summer, and invite you to take a moment with us to think back and reflect on it as a way to prepare for what's ahead.

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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhomeblog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

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Season 2 of the podcast is beginning! And what’s ahead? Well, have a little peak…
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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhomeblog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

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It’s Summer time! Which means most ballet companies and most ballet dancers are going on holiday.  Though the break is something much looked forward to, it can also feel a little daunting at times. If you’re someone who’s feeling this way, listen in to hear how our guests, Lena, Ellinore and Leo, artists of the Estonian National Ballet approach their vacation and explain what’s important to them.

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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhomeblog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

For more info check out our website, https://our2ndhome.org/ , IG _our2ndhomeor email us at [email protected] .

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Today’s guest is Jared Matthews. Jared Matthews was a soloist at The American Ballet Theater,  principal at Houston Ballet, and then more recently held the position of assistant director at The Estonian National Ballet. During his career, Jared found himself surrounded by some of the world’s most renowned artists. As an artist himself, hungry to grow and refine his craft, Jared absorbed everything around him. And now as an ballet master, coach and director he seeks to share everything he’s been given with the new generation. Like every story, he had his own set of highs and lows, challenges and victories. Follow us in this interview as Jared takes us on his journey.

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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhomeblog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

For more info check out our website, https://our2ndhome.org/ , IG _our2ndhomeor email us at [email protected] .

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Maria Seletskaja once joked that she'd give two years of her life to conduct Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker... little did she know that she would soon be conducting far more than only Nutcracker. After a beautiful fifteen years dancing around the world in many prestigious companies, she made the decision to hang up her pointe shoes and pick up the conductor's baton. and what an adventure it was...Click the link in the bio to listen in as we discuss her remarkable journey, the ins and outs of being a conductor, and the importance of music, especially in the life of a dancer.

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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhome blog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

For more info check out our website, https://our2ndhome.org/ , IG _our2ndhomeor email us at [email protected] .

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Everyone loves the Ballet Meme Instagram page. Imagine if you could simplify those witty jokes and stick it on a T-shirt. Well good news, now you can! Emanuele Sardo, a full time dancer with the Estonian National Ballet, is now the owner of an online shop called Ballet Couture. This new line of clothing (and other products) is sure to brighten your work atmosphere with their fun-oh-so-relatable taglines. Also, it’s December, it’s time for Christmas shopping! If your looking for something to get your bestie at work, look no further, Ballet Couture has something for you. You can also keep with all their latest on their Instagram Page, ballet.couture.
Fun clothes aside, today we also discuss dancers and side hustles. Is it even possible? Listen in as Emanuele (Manu) shares his experience.

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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhome blog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

For more info check out our website, https://our2ndhome.org/ , IG _our2ndhome or email us at [email protected] .

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Happy World Ballet Day!

What else can one talk about on World Ballet Day then, well, ballet. In honor of this special day we thought it would be fun to talk through some common ballet stereotypes and see if they live up to reality. Joining us to discuss these interesting topics is Anna - Roberta, Soloist of the Estonian National Ballet.
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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhome blog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

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Today we have our very first opera singer on the podcast! Yiorgo Iannou. Yiorgo is from Cyprus, but now works with the Paris Opera. Yiorgo was such a delight to talk to. We really covered such a wide range of topics, from competition to rest, to performance bloopers, and intertwined with it all was his beautiful passion and positive outlook.

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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhome blog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

For more info check out our website, https://our2ndhome.org/ , IG _our2ndhome or email us at [email protected] .

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I am so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, David K. Israel. David is a composer of primarily dance pieces. His work has lead him to  collaborate with big names like, Paul Taylor, Twyla Tharp and the New York City Ballet. Join us today as we dive into his story, as well as explore some interesting topics like, “how  one composes music for ballet” and “the purpose of art in society”.

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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhomeblog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

For more info check out our website, https://our2ndhome.org/ , IG _our2ndhome or email us at [email protected] .

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Join us today as we talk with mindset coach, Kirsten Kemp, about  the common  experiences that people have as they begin their new seasons. Navigating these emotional and mental challenges can seem overwhelming at times, but as always, Kirsten approaches these realities with care and understanding as well as hope and practical advice. Whether you are excited for season 22/23, tired before even beginning, or even if you find yourself without a job, this conversation is for you!

To know more about Kirsten Kemp you can check out her website, The Confident Dancer. She also shared her personal story with us last year, which you can read on the blog: “Saying No to Say Yes”.
Go subscribe to her YouTube Channel to have access to an abundance of wonderful information, covering hundreds of topics.
And her Instagram will light up your feed, so definitely go click follow on that too.

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This podcast  is in collaboration with the Our2ndhome blog, which is dedicated to opening up theater doors through conversations with artists all around the world.

For more info check out our website, https://our2ndhome.org/ , IG _our2ndhome or email us at [email protected] .

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