In this episode of Art After Dark, presented by Odessa Arts, host Randy Ham sits down with Sydney Guine, dancer and choreographer with Dallas Black Dance Theatre Encore.Sydney shares her creative process, her journey from L.A. to Dallas, and what it’s like to perform during the company’s milestone 25th season. She also opens up about the importance of body positivity in dance and what it means to inspire the next generation of performers.From international travel to superhero costumes to dream performances in New York, Sydney's passion is contagious—and her dedication to the arts is clear.Chapters0:00 – Introduction1:11 – Sydney’s second visit to Odessa1:51 – Her origin story in dance2:33 – Performing during Encore’s 25th season3:16 – Favorite performance venues3:44 – This year’s performance program4:11 – Preparing for Dance Africa5:06 – Collaborating across both companies5:50 – Black on Black performance & choreographing for peers6:59 – Sydney’s collaborative approach to choreography7:28 – Upcoming European travel plans8:19 – Favorite travel memories: Italy & Barbados10:11 – The role of color and culture in dance11:19 – Her favorite dance costume experience12:28 – Dancing vs. choreographing—her true love13:22 – Teaching kids and the value of movement14:44 – Encouraging body positivity in dance15:28 – Dream stages and future goals16:49 – Final thoughts and gratitudeArt 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.