Posts Tagged "ballet career"

(7) Part 2 of Our Conversation with Dance Critic, Leigh Witchel

Posted by on 08.01.2016

http://media.blubrry.com/conversationsondancepod/tendusunderapalmtree.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/LeighWItchell2.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS Leigh Witchel, esteemed dance critic, discusses why he thinks that today’s best a brightest choreographers are creating their best work on Miami City Ballet. We talk choreography, ballet’s classic productions, and his favorite ballerinas to follow. Sponsored by Ballet in the City.

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(6) A Conversation with Esteemed Dance Critic, Leigh Witchel

Posted by on 07.25.2016

http://media.blubrry.com/conversationsondancepod/tendusunderapalmtree.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Leigh1final.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSSEsteemed dance critic, Leigh Witchel sits down with Michael and Rebecca to discuss his dance career, how he crafts reviews, and how dancers should react to what they read on the internet.  Sponsored by: Ballet in the City.  balletinthecity.org

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(5) Breaking Into A Career in Ballet: College v. Company Auditions

Posted by on 07.18.2016

http://media.blubrry.com/conversationsondancepod/tendusunderapalmtree.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Week5final-.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSSThis week we respond to a question from an audience member: How do I convince my parents that I need to defer college to pursue a career in ballet?  Hosts Rebecca King and Michael Sean Breeden discuss their experiences, the experiences of other professional dancers, and which colleges offer great dance programs.

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(3) Life as a Professional Dancer

Posted by on 07.01.2016

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Breaking Into A Career In Ballet

Posted by on 03.15.2012

A few weeks ago I received this comment on my blog: “I love ballet but whenever I try to mention it to my parents they change the subject to school or soccer. I try to tell them that I am very passionate about dance but my family thinks that I cannot make a living out of dance. Can someone please give me some advice as to what to do I dont want my life to just pass by.” I really feel like this is an important topic to touch on.  I know this reader is not alone when she brings up these concerns about her future.  Many young dancers dream of making this life their careers but need to educate themselves and their families on the potential of a professional...

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