Pas de Chát: Talking Dance

We all have controversial moments in our lives with a mix of results transpiring from these events. In this week's episode, Barry recounts many of his own moments and shares how they have helped him grow into the artist he is today.

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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We all have our favorite full-length ballets; from Swan Lake to Romeo and Juliet to A Midsummer Night’s Dream. But how do professional companies piece these massive works together? Listen in for a full breakdown of what goes into building a story ballet for the stage.

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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There is a range of programs available to choreographers that provide creative space for the development of ideas and preparation for future performances. In this episode, Barryshares what he learned while applying for the CUNY Dance Initiative space residency and offers information, tips, and tricks for any dance maker who is looking for similar opportunities. 

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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The dance world is full of celebration, stress, and tons of very young artists who receive little emotional support in their high stress jobs. In this week’s episode, Barry talks about the culture of alcohol amongst artists and why they use it.

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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As a teacher, one of the most common questions Barry fields is whether a dancer is ready to go professional. Listen in to this week’s episode as he explains what he shares with students who train in a variety of styles and who have a range of professional aspirations in dance.

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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After spending nearly a month traveling throughout Southeast Asia, Barry talks about his travels and shares how experiencing other cultures influences his life, heart, and art.

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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In this 2018 finalé, Barry shares with listeners how he sets goals, works towards them, and assesses his successes and failures. Listen in to hear his process and for valuable information to achieve your own goals and dreams into 2019.

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Barry shares appropriate ways to show your appreciation to everybody from teachers to mentors and choreographers to host families. Happy Thanksgiving! 

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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Most dancers don’t realize that the holidays are the time when they should be preparing for auditions. Listen in to this week’s episode for tips and information ranging from where to look to find auditions, what you need to prepare, who to contact for assistance, video auditions, and what to bring on the day of your class.

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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BOO!!! Getting in the Halloween spirit, this week’s episode explores common dancer fears, why they exist, and how artists cope with things that frighten them in their careers.

Pas de Chát's host Barry Kerollis is an award-winning choreographer, instructor, and dancer with over 13 years experience in the dance world. His career includes directing Alaska Dance Theatre, dancing for Pacific Northwest Ballet, and traveling the country as a nationally-touring freelance artist. He also runs the popular blog, Life of a Freelance Dancer.

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