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Conversations on Dance

Michael Sean Breeden & Rebecca King Ferraro

Conversations on Dance is an award winning podcast hosted by former Miami City Ballet dancers Rebecca King Ferraro and Michael Sean Breeden. Since 2016, the podcast has provided an inside look at the world of dance through in-depth interviews with the field’s most influential dancers, choreographers, musicians, directors, and educators. With a mission to educate, inspire, and connect, Conversations on Dance goes beyond performance to uncover the stories, insights, and artistry that shape the dance

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(374) The History of 'Giselle' with Alastair Macaulay

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2023/11/27

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Alastair Macaulay, esteemed critic and historian for the performing arts. Alastair previously joined us for a deep dive into the history of Balanchine's classic 'Serenade'; today he returns for criticalanalysis of one of the oldest and most beloved full lengths in ballet history, 'Giselle'. Alastair will be presenting a seminaron the same subject at the New York Public Library Bruno Walter Auditorium on Friday, December 1st. Tickets

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(373) Lar Lubovitch, internationally renowned...

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2023/11/14

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by internationally renowned choreographer Lar Lubovitch. We talk to Lar about his late start in dance, the benefits of creating works on his company and the differences in the creative process for the dozens of commissions he received over decades whether for the most respected balletcompanies in the world, musical theater or ice dancing. If you're in the New York area, come celebrate Lar's career this December 3rd at the Guggenheim Works

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(372) Adam Sklute, Artistic Director of Ballet West,...

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2023/11/07

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by the Artistic Director of Ballet West, Adam Sklute. Adam sits down with us to tell us about his journeyfrom dancer to director, the positive changes he's enacted since he took over the role of Artistic Director in 2007 and to give us a deep look into the company's production of Willam Christensen's 'Nutcracker', the very first full length production of the holiday classic ever performed in America. Ballet West will be performing 'The

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(371) Julie Kent and Stanton Welch, Artistic...

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2023/11/01

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Houston Ballet's Artistic Directors, Stanton Welch and Julie Kent. Stanton looks back on 20 years leading the Houston Ballet, while the two of them give us an inside look at what their shared leadership roles mean to both them and the organization at large, while also offering a glimpse into what audiences can expect from the company this season and into the future. If you are in the Houston area and would like to purchase tickets to

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57:08

(370) Interview with Martha Graham

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2023/10/25

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Michael Small, former reporter for People Magazine and the host of the podcast 'I Couldn't Throw It Out'. Michael tells us about a fascinating experience he had interviewing Martha Graham at age 95, an interview that Michael luckily held onto on cassette tape for nearly three decades because he, naturally, couldn't throw it out.We listen to the interview here, but for a deep dive on Michael's other interview subjects, including an

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57:41

(369) Marina Harss, on her new book 'The Boy From...

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2023/10/17

On today's episode of 'ConversationsOn Dance', we are joined by Marina Harss, author of 'The Boy From Kyiv', the life story of the great choreographer Alexei Ratmansky. We talk to Marina about her own journey to writing dance, how she came to admire and love Ratmansky's work and what her process was researching and developing the book. You can purchase 'The Boy From Kyiv' at your local bookstore or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Ql3WMa.THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR:The BFA Dance program at the Peabody

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(368) Choreographer Hope Boykin, on her new work...

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2023/10/10

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by choreographer Hope Boykin. We catch up with Hope about her retirement and transition to full time choreographer, as well as her process and preparation for her new work 'States Of Hope' that will premiere at the Joyce Theater this October 17th and run throughOctober 22nd. If you are in the New York area and would like to purchase tickets, visitjoyce.org/performances.Listen to our first episode with Hope from the 2019 Vail Dance

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(367) Dance Programming at the Kennedy Center, with...

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2023/10/03

Today on 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by two forces behind dance at the Kennedy Center, Alicia Adams, Vice President of International Programming and Dance, and Jane Raleigh, Dance Programming Director. Jane and Alicia take us through their journey from young artists to arts management leaders, tell us how arts administration has evolved in recent years and talk about their collaborative work to program and plan dance at the Kennedy Center. To view the dance programming and purchase

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59:07

(366) Lauren Lovette, Resident Choreographer at Paul...

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2023/09/25

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by star ballerina and resident choreographer of the Paul Taylor Dance Company, Lauren Lovette. We talk to Lauren about the leap of faith she took in leaving New York City Ballet to freelance, how her choreographic voice has developed since being offered her role as resident choreographer and what to expect from her dual worldpremieres this fall season. Tickets for Paul Taylor's fall season at the David H Koch theater this Oct 31st through

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BONUS: Michael on Staging Justin Peck's 'Year of the...

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2023/09/21

Today's episode is a special bonus episode and cross over with Nashville Ballet's Inside the Ballet Podcast.In this episode, Michael takes the guest chair and chats with two members of the Nashville Ballet team, Briona Richardson, Senior Manager of Community Engagement and Nick Mullikin, Artistic Director. This episode gives a behind the scenes look at the work Michael did helping bring JustinPeck's 'Year Of the Rabbit' to Nashville Ballet.If you're in the Nashville area, visit nashvilleballet.com

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(365) Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell, Artistic Director...

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2023/09/19

Today on 'Conversations On Dance' we are joined by Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell, Artistic Director of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago. We talk to Linda-Denise about her late start and quick catch up in dance, her years touring with Alvin Ailey and her plans to continue to bring Hubbard Street to all Chicago audiences through innovative programming. To purchase tickets to Hubbard Street's2023-24 performances, visithubbardstreetdance.com.THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR:New York Theatre Ballet celebrates its

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(364) Jakari Sherman on 'Drumfolk' with Step Afrika!...

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2023/09/13

On today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by Jakari Sherman, director of 'Drumfolk', a production by Step Afrika! currently on tour across the United States. Jakari tells us about his introduction to stepping, a percussive, highly-energetic style of dance, how he came to discover, joinand eventually lead Step Afrika, and what audiences can expect from the concept and storytelling of 'Drumfolk'. If you are in the Houston area, you can catch 'Drumfolk' at Performing Arts Houston

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(363) Andrew Litton, Musical Director of the New York...

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2023/08/30

Today on ‘Conversations On Dance’, we are joined by Musical Director of the New York City Ballet, Andrew Litton. Andrew takes us on a journey from his days as a kid learning about music by sitting in the orchestra pit at the metropolitan opera, to the first ballet performances he played in accompanying Rudolf Nureyev, to the work he does now bringing scores to life rehearsing and conducting performances at the New York City Ballet. You can catch Andrew at the podium starting September 19th at New

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(362) Choreographer Moses Pendleton, on MOMIX's...

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2023/08/17

Today on 'Conversations on Dance' we are joined by Moses Pendleton. Moses has been one of America’s most innovative and widely performed choreographers and directors for over 40 years. A co-founder of the ground-breaking Pilobolus Dance Theater in 1971, he formed his own company, MOMIX, in 1980. Mr. Pendleton has also worked extensively in film, TV, and opera and as a choreographer for ballet companies and special events.We talk with Moses about his unique trajectory to dance and directing

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(361) Catching up, with Michael and Rebecca

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2023/08/15

It's just us this week. We chat about the 2023 Vail Dance Festival (listen to episodes from the fest here) and catch up on what else we have been up to recently.Email us: info@conversationsondancepod.comRebecca's website: rebeccaferraro.comLINKS:Website:conversationsondancepod.comInstagram:@conversationsondanceMerch:https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube:https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list:https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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(360) Nel Shelby and Christopher Duggan, LIVE from...

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2023/08/08

Thank you to friend of the pod, Kate Penner, for guest hosting this episode. Every year, the Vail Dance Festival brings in thousands of additional audience members through its social media and streaming content. For a live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast, videographer Nel Shelby and photographer Christopher Duggan will join to talk about how they bring the Festival to life for audiences everywhere in the dizzying amount of media content they produce for the Festival every

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(359) Kyle Abraham and Melissa Toogood, LIVE from the...

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2023/08/06

A major highlight for the Vail Dance Festival every year is the NOW: Premieres program, a jam-packed evening of ten newly commissioned dances with an array of artists that only the Vail Dance Festival could manage to bring together. Internationally acclaimed choreographers and artists Kyle Abraham and Melissa Toogood join this live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast to talk about their process this year creating two brand new works for this celebrated evening.This Monday August 7th,

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(358) Jamar Roberts and Caili Quan, LIVE from the...

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2023/08/06

Vail Dance Festival has always been a laboratory for new creations and experimentation, and 2023 is no exception. This live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast will feature choreographers Jamar Roberts and Caili Quan, and cover their creative processes at Vail Dance Festival and how it differs from their choreographic undertakings year round.This Monday August 7th, The Vail Dance Festival comes to you! Don’t miss the live stream of Monday’s Now: Premieres program at 7:30pm mountain,

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(357) Christine Cox and Laurel Winton, LIVE from the...

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2023/08/04

Ballet X has been a Festival favorite for over a decade, while Dance Aspen had its splashy debut just last year. This live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast will welcome the artistic directors of these respective companies, Christine Cox and Laurel Winton, to talk about their visions and missions for their organizations and why performing at the Vail Dance Festival is such a coveted experience for their dancers.This episode was recorded live on August 4th, 2023 at the Manor Vail

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(356) James Whiteside and Spencer Lenain, LIVE from...

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2023/08/03

Vail Dance Festival has long committed to bringing artists at all different points in their journey and development, and 2023 is no different. The ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast is joined by this year’s Scholar-In-Residence Spencer Lenain and his childhood dance idol esteemed American Ballet Theatre principal James Whiteside for a live podcast recording. The pair will talk about how having such a range bolsters the experiences of dancers and audiences alike.This episode was recorded live on August

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