The Bridge exists to help people get to their other side. From lost to found, broken to whole, anger to love, addicted to set free. We are one Church with multiple locations. This is the podcast of our OKC campus under the leadership of Rodney Wardwell.
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Building Bridges cultivates a safe place where members of our community in the Oklahoma City area can share their stories and connect to their neighbors. Building Bridges brings the mantra of Possibilities Inc. right to your speakers by connecting through trust, dignity and service.
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As parents, you play a crucial role in supporting your child's ballet path and we know navigating the world of ballet training can be challenging. We're here to help! Join us for interviews with experts from all areas of the ballet world to learn how you can best support your dancer's training. See more at www.ballethelpdesk.com
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Susan Stowe, Chair of the Dept. of Dance at Point Park University
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We're joined by Susan Stowe, Chair of the Department of Dance at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA. Ms. Stowe discusses the various tracks students can follow in the dance department, including degrees in ballet, jazz or modern dance and gives us a sneak peek at their latest initiative. Beginning Fall 2024, Point Park University's dance progr…
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24 - Popsicles and Pain with Sherri and Linda
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Byron talks to Sherri and Linda about parenthood, popsicles, and compliments!By Possibilities Inc.
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Byron and Tisha get to talk about divorce, parenthood, law, and surrendering.By Possibilities Inc.
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Larry Attaway Chats With Us About Butler University's Dance Program
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Join us as we explore Butler University's Department of Dance, with Larry Attaway, who serves as Chair and Executive Artistic Director. Consistently ranked as one of the top five collegiate ballet programs in the U.S., Mr. Attaway fills us in on its diverse study options—including a dedicated teaching track—as well as the exciting performance oppor…
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Phil Chan, Co-Founder Final Bow For Yellowface
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Tune in to our latest episode featuring Phil Chan, co-founder of Final Bow for Yellowface, as we discuss the issue of Orientalism in ballet. Phil talks us through how his organization is actively combating stereotypes and Orientalist tropes within the art form. We also hear how major ballet companies are joining the movement, signing the Final Bow …
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Tim O'Keefe, Artistic Director, Texas Ballet Theater
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In this episode, we sit down with Tim O'Keefe, Artistic Director of Texas Ballet Theater, for an insightful discussion on the company's repertoire and his approach to artistic direction. We also explore the Texas Ballet Theater Studio Training Company, which offers aspiring dancers a platform to hone their skills. Join us for a candid conversation …
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By Cody Phillips
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Mavis Staines & Keith Morino Discuss The Company Life Experience at Canada's National Ballet School
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Mavis Staines has been described as a visionary dance educator who has revolutionized the way dance is taught, performed, witnessed and shared across Canada and around the world. Over her 30-year tenure as Artistic Director of Canada’s National Ballet School, she has cemented the School’s reputation as the leading champion of programming excellence…
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Christopher Hird Takes Us Inside Sarasota Ballet's Studio Company
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Christopher Hird, Director of Education for Sarasota Ballet joins us to discuss post-graduate training programs. Hird brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation, having dedicated his career to shaping the next generation of ballet artists. From fostering technical proficiency to encouraging artistic expression, Hird shares the se…
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Host Byron Jackson is joined by Leah and Zana and they get to talk about de-escalation, safety, and conflict resolution.By Possibilities Inc.
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Chatting With Christopher Ruud, Second Company Manager & Rehearsal Director, Kansas City Ballet
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Ballet Help Desk sat down with Christopher Ruud, Second Company Manager and Rehearsal Director at Kansas City Ballet. This wide-ranging conversation covered everything from how the post-graduate levels are structured to performance opportunities to how students typically move through the ranks of the school. Chris also touched on the channels throu…
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Host Byron Jackson enjoys a great conversation with Brooke Massey, real estate professional and soon-to-be podcast host on our podcast platform, Breaking Ice, Building Bridges! Keep an eye on our podcast platform's website to see what new podcasts are coming from the Possibilities community!By Possibilities Inc.
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Inside Indiana University's Ballet Program with Sarah Wroth
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We sat down with Sarah Wroth, Chair of the Department of Ballet at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music, to hear all about IU's ballet program. University ballet programs are becoming an ever more viable means to a professional ballet career and IU is a leader is turning out well-trained and mature, employable dancers. Tune in to hear about …
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European Bridge Programs: Talking With Jean-Yves Esquerre, European School of Ballet
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Jean-Yves Esquerre, Founder and Director of European School of Ballet, joins us to talk about his classical and contemporary trainee programs, the current state of the job market in Europe and why he thinks some schools need to rethink their post-graduate programs. Be sure to also listen for information on ESB's inaugural summer intensive taking pl…
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By Cody Phillips, Lindsay Phillips
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Racheal Nye, Oklahoma City Ballet, Talks High Achievement And High Empathy
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Join us for a wide ranging chat with Racheal Nye, Director of the Yvonne Chouteau School and Studio Company at Oklahoma City Ballet. Ms. Nye covers everything wanted to know about their trainee program and second company, including how they recruit, what they look for and what the path into the main company looks like. Ms. Nye also talks about the …
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Chatting With Lauren Richter, Principal Tulsa Ballet Center For Dance Education
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Ballet Help Desk sat down with Lauren Richter, School Principal for the Tulsa Ballet Center For Dance Education to learn more about the school, its trainee program as well as the second company, known as TBII. She talked about how the programs recruit, the performance opportunities available, the best ways to audition and how students can progress …
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Vanessa Léonard Discusses Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Aspirant Program
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Ballet Help Desk sat down with Vanessa Léonard, Director of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Anna McCowan-Johnson Aspirant Program. She covered not only how the program is structured, but how dancers work with the main company, where dancers get jobs and also how students can audition to join the program. Ms. Léonard also covers the unique challenges th…
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20 - Amy Le - Author and founder of Quill Hawk Publishing
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Byron and Bridgette host a great conversation with Amy Le, who is an author of six books and the founder of Quill Hawk Publishing, an indie publishing company that helps emerging writers indie-publish their work! You can learn about Amy and Quill Hawk Publishing on their website: https://quillhawkpublishing.com/ You can learn more about the Breakin…
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Peter Stark Discusses Ballet Post-Grad Programs & The State Of The Job Market
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Peter Stark, President and Director of The Rock School For Dance Education, talks with us about the current state of the job market and what he thinks about the growth of post-graduate ballet programs. He also provides valuable advice for any students who are hitting the audition circuit, including what to look for in a post-graduate program, how t…
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A Force For Change: TaKiyah Wallace-McMillian, Brown Girls Do Ballet
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We talked with TaKiyah Wallace-McMillian, founder of Brown Girls Do Ballet, to learn about its evolution from a personal photography project to a major philanthropic force. She discussed the organization's impact on diversity in the arts, highlighting their advocacy work, scholarship and grant programs as well as their and their global mentoring pr…
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Inside BalletMet: Talking Trainees and Second Company with Maria Torija
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Ballet Help Desk sat down with Maria Torija, Director of the Academy at BalletMet. Tune in to hear all about how the trainee program is structured, how the school recruits and how they work with BalletMet2. Dr. Torija also discusses how the school provides career support for its students as well where trainees and second company dancers ultimately …
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Ballet Bridge Programs: Maria Konrad, Director Nashville Ballet 2
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Maria Konrad sat down with Ballet Help Desk to share her experiences working with Nashville Ballet Two's trainees and dancers, preparing them for future ballet careers. Gain insights into the unique blend of training and performance opportunities that shape the dancers' journeys and get the inside scoop on this crucial stage of professional develop…
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The Realities Of Post-Grad Ballet Programs With Alan Hineline, CPYB
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We sat down with Alan Hineline, Director of the Pre-Professional Division & Resident Choreographer at Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet to get his take on the growing world of post-graduate ballet programs. We asked him why so many programs seem to be popping up, how he helps his students figure out the best fits and the role he sees post-graduate …
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Navigating The Post-Graduate Levels in Ballet Education
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Join us as we chat with former San Francisco Ballet Soloist, Julianne Spratlin. Julianne now runs Dance Training Center, San Francisco a pre-professional ballet program. We discussed the current state of ballet training and how she sees the role post-graduate or "bridge-level" training plays in a dancer's journey. Dance Training Center SF: https://…
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You Have a Story | WK 1 | You Have A Story
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By Brian McNabb
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Ballet By The Numbers: Navigating The Career Landscape In The U.S. With Jason Yeung
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"Becoming a professional ballet dancer in the United States requires years of training, dedication, and luck. With only a few thousand full-time jobs available, navigating a ballet career can be challenging and filled with uncertainty." These are the words that open the seminal report, the DataPointes Guide, developed by former dancer, Jason Yeung.…
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Making The Most of Your Older Teen's Summer Intensive
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We're rereleasing a podcast we aired back in the late spring. Tune in to hear everything you need to know on how your older teens can maximize success at their summer intensive.By Jenny Huang and Brett Gardner
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