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Abun(dance)

Kristen Faraclas and Hannah Schayes

Welcome to Abun(dance). You guessed it, a podcast dedicated to all things surrounding dance. Your co-hosts Kristen and Hannah are two best friends and former college roommates. From personal experiences, to dance in the media, stereotypes, mental health, motivation & productivity, we plan to bring it all. Whether a performer, teacher, choreographer, dance onlooker or enthusiast, you have a seat for our show. Please join us in 5, 6, 7, 8.

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00:57:47

Marisa f. Ballaro

Abun(dance) ·

2022/11/01

We welcome the free spirited Marisa f. Ballaro! Whether it is teaching, dancing, or choreographing, she exudes light and positivity in all that she does. Marisa's two favorite quotes will give you a sneak peak on what she is all about: “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson and "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken."-Oscar WildeIf you want to learn and/or get involved with Marisa's company, Ballaro

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00:32:08

Michelle Cave

Abun(dance) ·

2022/10/18

Kristen and Hannah feel so lucky to have had a conversation with the astounding Michelle Cave! She is an established teacher in New York City and has even developed her own organization called Ballet and Beyond NYC which offers free ballet classes to children in the area. If you want to learn more about Michelle and her many accomplishments, give this one a listen!

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00:26:50

Frances Samson

Abun(dance) ·

2022/10/04

We welcome the exquisite Frances Samson! As a current dancer with the José Limón Dance Company, she has a lot of self-awareness which has shaped her as an artist. Frances exudes beauty in all that she does both on and off the stage. If you want to learn more about her we invite you take a listen -- she has so much to offer!

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00:56:52

Mark Santillano

Abun(dance) ·

2022/09/20

We welcome the multi-faceted Mark Santillano! Kristen and Hannah had the opportunity to learn more about their former professor's career. If you are curious about how to incorporate many artistic pursuits into a career, then this is a story worth listening to! He is one-of-a-kind and moves to the beat of his own drum. There is never a dull moment when speaking with this re(mark)able man!

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00:48:29

Kitty Lunn

Abun(dance) ·

2022/09/06

This episode features the extraordinary Kitty Lunn--dancer, teacher, disability activist, and founder of the Infinity Dance Theatre, a company which features dancers with disabilities. Her story is truly inspirational; where there's a will, there's always a way! Thank you, Kitty, for your vulnerability sharing your triumphs and tribulations, and paving the way for more inclusivity in dance.

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00:22:51

Godfrey Muwulya

Abun(dance) ·

2022/06/07

This week's special guest is Godfrey Muwulya! Through a wonderful partnership and study abroad program, Kristen was able to connect with Godfrey via the NYU community. Tune in to learn some about the spirit of West African dance and the beautiful music that helps to enliven the dance. Unfortunately, we are missing Hannah from this episode due to her coming down with Covid-19. But, she's doing much better now :)

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00:52:09

Alden LaPaglia

Abun(dance) ·

2022/05/24

We welcome Alden LaPaglia! As the director of Alden Moves Dance Theater, a school and company in a Brooklyn, NY she has developed quite a name for herself and business. Kristen and Hannah dive into Alden’s past which has positively shaped her presence in the dance community. She is one of a kind - give this episode a listen!

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00:56:42

Roman Mykyta

Abun(dance) ·

2022/05/10

Joining us is Roman Mykyta, former company dancer with the Ballet Theatre of Maryland and current guest artist where Kristen had the opportunity of meeting him. He is an incredible performer, teacher, and choreographer with lot's of exciting visions for the future. One of Roman's areas of expertise is Ukrainian folk dance which he had the honor of studying in Kyiv. His beautiful words and effort to keep sharing their traditional dance serves as a lovely tribute to the country of Ukraine and its

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00:41:02

Marcela Gómez Lugo

Abun(dance) ·

2022/04/26

We welcome the lovely Marcela Gómez Lugo! We are thrilled to have Marcela, another Mercyhurst alum, on to talk about her most recent achievements! She is a dancer and choreographer with Ballet 314 and has most recently created her first children's ballet, "Chocolat" which is based on her mothers book. Both the ballet and the book portray a true story of Marcela's mother and her dog, Chocolat! If you want to hear more about Marcela's process, give this one a listen -- it is super inspiring and we

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00:29:01

Nicholas Ruscica

Abun(dance) ·

2022/04/19

We welcome the gifted Nicholas Ruscica! He talks about his journey as a dancer, teacher, and choreographer and walks us through the experiences that have shaped him into the artist he is today. His hard work has allowed him to land a contract with the José Limón Dance Company where he is currently dancing. Nicholas is going places!

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00:25:58

Tevin Johnson

Abun(dance) ·

2022/04/05

Kristen and Hannah welcome the resilient Tevin Johnson! As a dancer he had some ups and downs but no matter what, he continued to persevere and follow his dream to dance professionally. Tevin takes us through his journey where he talks about his past, present, and future as a professional in the dance field. We can't wait to see where his path will take him!

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00:32:14

Gianna Forte

Abun(dance) ·

2022/03/23

Kristen and Hannah are pleased to welcome Gianna Forte! From growing up in a small town in Connecticut, to training at Washington Ballet, and now dancing professionally with Boulder Ballet, Gianna has experienced ups and downs that has ultimately made her who she is today as a dancer and person. Tune in to hear about her experiences dealing with the pandemic, injuries, transitioning from student to professional, and the financial aspect of being a dancer. She is an inspiration!

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00:33:17

Elena Kunikova

Abun(dance) ·

2022/03/08

Today we welcome the remarkable Elena Kunikova! Having trained at the Vaganova Ballet Academy, the school of Mariinsky Ballet to then going on to dance professionally at Mikhailovsky Theatre Ballet, it is clear that she has made quite a career for herself. Not only did she leave her mark in Russia, but in the United States as well! If you ever get the chance to take an in-person or virtual class from her we highly recommend doing so. To learn more, visit Elena's website, https://ballet-atelier.com,

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00:47:11

Joanne Whitehill

Abun(dance) ·

2022/02/22

Today we welcome Joanne Whitehill, Artistic Director of Burklyn Ballet Theatre! Tune in to hear about everything from her professional experience to the summer programs & Scotland experience offered at Burklyn Ballet. Joanne also offers wonderful audition advice from the perspective of someone who adjudicates auditions. Thank you Joanne for for your warmth & wisdom!

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00:43:53

Michelle Loucadoux and Kristin Deiss

Abun(dance) ·

2022/02/08

We are fortunate to have Michelle and Kristin with us to talk about their business, Danscend! Their mission is to promote mental health awareness and in doing so, they have plenty of resources for both dancers and educators to gain a better understanding of mental health and how to transcend it into their work. We recommend visiting their website https://danscend.teachable.com/ to learn about their offerings!

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01:07:44

Ernesta and Andra Corvino

Abun(dance) ·

2022/01/25

Today we welcome two wonderful sisters, Ernesta and Andra Corvino, who have touched many lives in more ways than just one; they embody their father, Alfredo's legacy by carrying on his spirit and passion for dance in everything that they do. In this episode Kristen and Hannah talk in depth about their successful careers and how it has led them to where they are now. Their energetic warm presence and wisdom make this episode one you won't want to miss!

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01:01:51

Jennifer McNamara and Matthew Christensen

Abun(dance) ·

2022/01/11

Kristen and Hannah's former professors from Mercyhurst University, Jennifer McNamara and Matthew Christensen (with special guests--their dogs) are here to discuss their most recent re-staging of the ballet Swan Lake. Their version breaks traditional gender conformities and has a fresh take on what ballet needs in order to survive in the ever changing 21st century.

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00:37:50

Marika Baxter

Abun(dance) ·

2021/12/28

Today's episode features the incredible Marika Baxter, a physical therapist with a unique approach to wellness. Her work not only focuses on the body's physicality but also the integration of how healing is generated spiritually and emotionally as well. She has worked with many patients but many have been dancers (Kristen being one of them!). We invite you to listen to what she has to say and also check out her offerings at mb1wellness.com!

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00:25:00

Dance Dads

Abun(dance) ·

2021/12/14

Kristen and Hannah have a special heart to heart with their dance dads! Paul and Dave discuss what it is like to be fathers of dancers and their experiences over the years. A lot of times we hear about moms involved in dance but today we want to share a dad's perspective. Enjoy a light hearted episode featuring our lovely supportive fathers!

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00:43:10

Jess Spinner

Abun(dance) ·

2021/11/30

Kristen and Hannah are happy to share their conversation with the wonderful Jess Spinner! As a health, nutrition, and lifestyle coach for dancers, Jess has created a program called "The Whole Dancer" which encapsulates her mission to give dancers the tools they need to be successful. Being a former professional dancer allows her to draw from personal experience in order to help her clients achieve a holistic and healthy approach to their dancing.

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