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In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts

Robin Snyder-Wiencek

We’re diving deep into the transformative world of performing arts education. Twice a month, we chat with industry experts — from seasoned educators to acclaimed artists — who are passionate about nurturing responsible young leaders through the power of performing arts training.Twice a month we share a ‘What’s Happening At EMC’ segment so that you can hear all the amazingness going on as well as stay in the loop..Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or aspiring artist, you’ll discover actionable

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Ep 59: Robin's Interview with Living the Red Life

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2026/05/12

This week, we're doing something a little different — Robin got to be the guest! She was recently featured on Living the Red Life, and the conversation was so good she had to bring it here for you.In this episode, Robin Snyder-Wiencek, dedicated dance educator and studio owner, opens up about the transformative power of dance and its role in shaping disciplined, creative individuals. The conversation traces Robin's journey from high school dancer to passionate educator and studio owner — including

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41:35

Ep 58: A Positive Place to Grow: Inside Etoile Dance...

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2026/05/05

Dancer, director, choreographer, and dance educator Carrie Milliken-Euker, joins todays episode for a wide-ranging conversation about building dancers, not just performances.Carrie shares her journey from a kid who knew she wanted to dance professionally to a leader shaping training environments where dancers of all abilities can thrive. We talk about what great ballet education really requires: intellectual engagement, clear communication, and helping students (and even parents) understand the

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25:08

Ep 57: Inside EMC: Open Marley Debrief: The Tea, The...

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2026/04/28

In this candid “Open Marley Festival” debrief, Miss Robin sits down with Miss Elisabeth, Miss Meghann, and Miss Maria to unpack all the highlights from EMC Performing Arts Studio’s beloved March performance tradition. From student-created choreography and guest-artist feedback to the raw emotion that fills the room when dancers speak about their work, the team reflects on why Open Marley Festival is such a special, intimate celebration of artistry, without trophies, scores, or competition

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25:06

Ep 56: The Art of Sustainable Studio Ownership with...

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2026/04/21

In this episode, Robin sits down with Holly Brucker, owner and director of Saucon Valley Dance Conservatory, to explore what it really takes to build a sustainable, profitable dance studio without sacrificing your life in the process.At just 21 years old, Holly took over a small studio with 60 students and transformed it into a thriving business serving over 300 dancers weekly. Today, SVDC is known for its strong technical training, competitive excellence, and a culture that supports both

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11:07

Ep 55: Next Stage Management + All The Juicy Details!

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2026/04/14

Join us this week for our Inside EMC segment where Robin and Meghan chat through everything you need to know about Next Stage Talent Management. Think what the program is, how it can benefit your performer, and what to expect. Get Your Brick and Support the Podcast: For $10 off your brick and to give $10 to the podcast, click HERE. Let’s Connect on Socials: EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook EMC Performing Arts Studio on Instagram In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on

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50:51

Ep 54: Leading with Grace: Building Heart-Centered...

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2026/04/07

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Robyn Tedesco, founder of Move With Grace Dance Studio and a respected leader in the dance education industry for over two decades. As a CEO, author, speaker, and mentor, Robyn shares her wisdom on building sustainable, profitable dance businesses without sacrificing family or integrity.In this episode, Robin & Robyn, explore the evolution of dance education, the role of competition in artistic development, and the critical importance of core values in

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18:09

Ep 53: Inside EMC: Spring Concert Survival Guide

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2026/03/31

Join us this week for our Inside EMC segment where we chat all things Spring Concert and where to find the information you need, ticket sales and how they will work this year, plus everything that goes on for our Spring Concert. Get Your Brick and Support the Podcast: For $10 off your brick and to give $10 to the podcast, click HERE. Let’s Connect on Socials: EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook EMC Performing Arts Studio on Instagram In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on

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41:30

Ep 52 - Beyond the Steps: Intentional Movement and...

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2026/03/24

In this episode, host Robin Snyder-Wincek sits down with Lauren Carnese-Daniels, a contemporary choreographer, dance educator, and program director whose work centers on artistic agency, rigor, and intentional movement.Lauren shares her journey from competition dancer to artistic director of Kinetic Canvas, a unique contemporary dance production series that transforms visual art into narrative movement. For nearly a decade, she has created immersive performances inspired by artists ranging from Van

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27:19

Ep 51 - Inside EMC: Company Auditions & Accelerated...

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2026/03/17

Join us this week for our Inside EMC segment where we chat all things Company Auditions, what to expect, why we do them, and how important they are to our dancers progress. Plus we chat about the Accelerated Programs available at EMC.Get Your Brick and Support the Podcast: For $10 off your brick and to give $10 to the podcast, click HERE. Let’s Connect on Socials: EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook EMC Performing Arts Studio on Instagram In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing

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Ep 50 - Trash the Trophies: What Dance Competition...

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2026/03/10

In this episode, Robin sits down with arts entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker Chasta Hamilton, founder and CEO of Stage Door Dance Productions, and founder of the nonprofit Girls Geared for Greatness.Chasta shares how the performing arts became a stabilizing force after she lost both parents as a child, and how that experience shaped her mission to build dancers who are not only technically strong, but confident, resilient, and prepared to lead. Robin and Chasta dig into big industry

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27:38

Ep 49 - Inside EMC: Your Guide to Summer at EMC: Part 2

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2026/03/03

Join us this week for our Inside EMC segment where we dive into part two of this two part Summer Guide:Mini Dance Intensive and how our Rising Leaders help facilitate the week, implementing what they’ve learned under supervision Imagine That! Camps Dance Intensive and how they week breaks up with technique and rehearsals Nutcracker Camp and the preparation throughout the whole week for main lead audition roles Dream Team Training Retreat; what it is and what it involves Hot Shots Training Camp and

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37:17

Ep 48 - From Rock Star Dreams: Supporting a Young...

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2026/02/24

What happens when a 10-year-old drummer gets invited on stage at a bustling Broadway bar in Nashville?In this heartfelt episode, Robin sits down with Urzula Lazcano to talk about her son Lucca’s unforgettable moment playing drums at JBJ’s, and how that single experience sparked a family’s leap of faith toward Music City. The conversation weaves together life in Nashville, Lucca’s musical journey from banging on drums as a baby to performing with professional bands, and the realities parents face

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22:20

Ep 47 - Inside EMC: Your Guide to Summer at EMC: Part 1

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2026/02/17

Join us this week for our Inside EMC segment where we dive into part one of this two part Summer Guide:Dance Technique Evening Classes Kreative Kidz and Tumblers Journey Into The Enchanted Forrest Dance Foundations Classes AcroGymnastics Classes Music Lessons and what’s available The Musical Experience and the Broadway Classics Rising Leaders Training Program Get Your Brick and Support the Podcast: For $10 off your brick and to give $10 to the podcast, click HERE. Let’s Connect on Socials: EMC

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58:19

Ep 46 - How Studios Can Become the Future of Talent...

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2026/02/10

What if dance and performing arts studios could become a direct bridge to professional opportunities without losing sight of confidence, character, and care for young artists?In this episode of In the Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts, Robin sits down with award-winning talent agent, studio owner, and founder of Studio Talent Collective, Josephine Lancuba, for a powerful conversation about talent management, access, and advocacy in the entertainment industry. Josephine shares her

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Ep 45 - Inside EMC: Understanding the Rungs of the...

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2026/02/03

This week, the conversation between Robin and Santina, touches on all things understanding the Rungs of the Ladder within EMC. Get Your Brick and Support the Podcast: For $10 off your brick and to give $10 to the podcast, click HERE. Let’s Connect on Socials: EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook EMC Performing Arts Studio on Instagram In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Instagram

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Ep 44 - Everything You Need to Know About...

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2026/01/27

In this episode Robin sits down with Britt Mergler, Kreative Kidz Director at EMC Performing Arts Studio, for an in-depth conversation about Showstoppers, EMC’s youngest performing company.Together, they walk families through what Showstoppers really is: a carefully designed introduction to dance company life for young dancers, typically ages 7–10. Miss Britt explains how dancers are invited into the program (and why auditions aren’t part of the process at this age), what teachers are truly looking

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26:49

Ep 43 - Big Reveals, Big Energy, and Big Fun

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2026/01/20

Join us this week for our Inside EMC segment where we chat: Our Spring Concert (Theme) Big Reveal Free Form Friday: Family Jam Night Company Field Trip, what it’s about, what styles are being learned, and who it’s for Imagine That! Mini Event, theme, and what to expect Upcoming Open Gym and bringing a friend along Get Your Brick and Support the Podcast: For $10 off your brick and to give $10 to the podcast, click HERE. Let’s Connect on Socials: EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook EMC

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49:06

Ep 42 - The Business of Dance: Building Careers with...

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2026/01/13

In this episode, Robin Snyder-Wiencek interviews Menina Fortunato, a seasoned dancer and entrepreneur, sharing her journey from a competitive dancer to a successful business owner in the performing arts industry.Menina discusses her background, including her early exposure to dance through her family's dance studios and her eventual move to Los Angeles to pursue a career in commercial dance. She highlights the challenges dancers face in transitioning from training to professional work and

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Ep 41 - Inside EMC: Community Nights, New Classes,...

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2026/01/06

Join us this week for our Inside EMC segment where we chat:Our next Free Form Friday Event: Family Jam Night New Boys Class on Saturdays and how to join us Sparkle Days coming up in January for our Kreative Kidz classes Imagine That! Mini Event and announcing our first theme Spaghetti with Eddie and when the next cookout will be Get Your Brick and Support the Podcast: For $10 off your brick and to give $10 to the podcast, click HERE. Let’s Connect on Socials: EMC Performing Arts Studio

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Ep 40 - When the Dream Changes: Parenting Kids in the...

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2025/12/30

Robin sits down with fellow performing arts mom Kim Treloar to talk honestly about what it’s like to raise children in the spotlight.From Broadway auditions and national anthems to rejection, resilience, and redefining success, Kim shares her sons’ very different journeys through theater and music. Together, they explore the courage it takes to pursue the arts, the tight-knit community that forms among families, and the powerful realization that the skills gained through performing arts matter,

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