Hey, Dancer!

Miller Daurey
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Welcome to Hey, Dancer! — hosted by Miller Daurey, a former pro teen dancer (Paula Abdul, Joffrey) who has returned to training 3 decades later. Having cultivated a highly engaged and supportive dance community online, Miller is excited to dive deeper on everything dance with two weekly episodes! In one, Miller brings his unique perspective as an ex-dancer returning to the art form, sharing insights on… - the evolution of dance, from class to comps to the industry - living with injury and cutting-edge approaches to healing chronic pain - fostering mindfulness through guided dance meditations - responding to online feedback and comments - reviews of dance books, documentaries, and shows - and tons more! …all with a fresh, behind-the-scenes lens shaped by his inspiring journey and thriving Instagram community. The second weekly episode introduces a compelling series titled The Rest of the Story — where Miller delves into fascinating, little-known histories of dance legends and the unsung heroes who shaped the craft. Through these captivating stories, listeners will discover the hidden struggles, triumphs, and legacies of those who helped define dance as we know it today. While dedicated to helping dancers reconnect with their WHY in a culture that often prioritizes perfection over purpose, this podcast also speaks to anyone looking to reignite their creative spark or rediscover a long-lost passion. Follow along and explore all things dance with Miller!

  1. Why You Leave Dance Class Feeling Like You Failed (Even When You Didn't)

    1 DAY AGO

    Why You Leave Dance Class Feeling Like You Failed (Even When You Didn't)

    Ever leave dance class feeling totally off your game? You're not alone. And here's the thing… that feeling might have nothing to do with how class actually went. In this episode of Hey, Dancer!, I'm breaking down a phrase you may or may not know: "You can't see the forest for the trees." And I'll show you exactly how this expression applies to dance class! Because what if the reason you keep feeling like you failed… is simply that you're standing too close to see what's really happening? What if you're improving… but you literally can't see it from where you are? This one's for dancers who spiral after class, replay every mistake, and miss the bigger picture of their own progress. If you've ever walked out thinking… "That was a bad class." or "I got nothing from that today." …this episode might completely shift your perspective. And THAT is my hope! If you enjoy this kind of deep-dive into dance, you can support my podcast here: ⁠Buy Me a Coffee! Much appreciated!!! Check out my ⁠⁠Return to Dance docuseries!⁠⁠ Support my Instagram — where I post daily dance inspo, insights and fun! ⁠⁠@backtogreat

    13 min
  2. Bobby Van: The MGM Star Behind the Famous Hopping Dance | The Rest of the Story | ep 52

    5 DAYS AGO

    Bobby Van: The MGM Star Behind the Famous Hopping Dance | The Rest of the Story | ep 52

    Bobby Van starred in MGM musicals, danced alongside Ann Miller and Bob Fosse, and held his own in films like Kiss Me, Kate, Small Town Girl, and Because You're Mine. For a brief moment in the early 1950s, the studio treated him like a sure thing. So why does his name feel unfamiliar today? Before Hollywood, he was trained by his vaudeville father — no studios, no formal classes — learning timing, comedy, and musical precision the hard way. That foundation carried him from New York television and Broadway (working under Jack Cole, alongside performers like Gwen Verdon) straight into MGM's musical pipeline. On screen, he wasn't introduced quietly. He was centered, credited, paired with Debbie Reynolds, and given choreography that demanded speed, endurance, and absolute control — including one jaw-dropping dance sequence that resurfaced in That's Entertainment and, decades on, the Tony Awards stage (with Hugh Jackman). But just as quickly as that momentum arrived, it stopped. In this episode of The Rest of the Story on the Hey, Dancer! podcast, I trace Bobby Van's rise — from vaudeville roots to MGM stardom — and the unexpected choices that reshaped his career across Broadway, television, and live performance. This isn't the story of a dancer with one famous number. It's the story of how someone once positioned among the era's greats became a question mark — and why his work deserves to be seen clearly, at last. If you enjoy this kind of deep-dive storytelling and want to help keep The Rest of the Story coming weekly — carefully researched, independently made, and quality-driven — you can support here: ⁠Buy Me a Coffee! Much appreciated!!! Check out my ⁠⁠Return to Dance docuseries!⁠⁠ Support my Instagram — where I post daily dance inspo, insights and fun! ⁠⁠@backtogreat

    15 min
  3. Leslie Caron: The Teen Ballerina Plucked into Stardom by Gene Kelly | The Rest of the Story | ep 51

    31 JAN

    Leslie Caron: The Teen Ballerina Plucked into Stardom by Gene Kelly | The Rest of the Story | ep 51

    Leslie Caron was just a teenager when Gene Kelly noticed her dancing in Paris. And within a year, she was crossing the ocean to star opposite him in An American in Paris. What followed wasn't just a Hollywood success story — it was the making of one of the most distinctive dancing leading ladies of classic film. In this episode of The Rest of the Story on the Hey, Dancer! podcast, I trace Caron's extraordinary path from wartime childhood and rigorous Paris ballet training to MGM stardom… and the discipline that shaped every step along the way. From An American in Paris and Lili to Daddy Long Legs (opposite Fred Astaire), The Glass Slipper, and beyond, this episode reveals how Caron helped carry ballet-trained performance into a new, more dramatic screen language… arriving at the exact moment Hollywood was changing. And in the end, we look at the choice she made quietly — without farewell, without spectacle — that says everything about who she believed herself to be. This isn't just a story about stardom.It's the story of a dancer… and the legacy she built on her own terms. If you enjoy this kind of deep-dive storytelling and want to help keep The Rest of the Story coming weekly — carefully researched, independently made, and quality-driven — you can support here: ⁠Buy Me a Coffee! Much appreciated!!! Check out my ⁠⁠Return to Dance docuseries!⁠⁠ Support my Instagram — where I post daily dance inspo, insights and fun! ⁠⁠@backtogreat

    23 min
  4. Adele Astaire: The Forgotten Dancer Who Made Fred Astaire Possible | The Rest of the Story | ep 50

    24 JAN

    Adele Astaire: The Forgotten Dancer Who Made Fred Astaire Possible | The Rest of the Story | ep 50

    Adele Astaire was the star before Fred Astaire became a legend. Trained from childhood and forged through vaudeville circuits, Adele Astaire rose from Omaha dance studios to dominate the world's most important stages. Alongside her brother, she headlined landmark Broadway productions like Lady, Be Good!, Funny Face, and The Band Wagon — shows written for them, built around their dancing, and celebrated on both sides of the Atlantic. Critics followed. Audiences crossed oceans. And then — at the absolute height of her fame — she walked away. Why? This isn't just the story of a sister who stepped aside. It's the story of a dancer who helped launch one of the most influential figures in dance history — and whose own brilliance helped shape the golden age of live performance. This is the story of Adele Astaire. And it's time her name belongs at the center of the conversation. If you enjoy this kind of deep-dive storytelling and want to help keep The Rest of the Story coming weekly — carefully researched, independently made, and quality-driven — you can support here: ⁠Buy Me a Coffee! Much appreciated!!! Check out my ⁠⁠Return to Dance docuseries!⁠⁠ Support my Instagram — where I post daily dance inspo, insights and fun! ⁠⁠@backtogreat

    22 min
  5. Tommy Tune: Chorus Boy to Broadway's Defining Choreographer-Director | The Rest of the Story | ep 49

    17 JAN

    Tommy Tune: Chorus Boy to Broadway's Defining Choreographer-Director | The Rest of the Story | ep 49

    Tommy Tune won more Tony Awards than almost anyone in Broadway history. He starred in Hello, Dolly! opposite Barbra Streisand (chosen by Gene Kelly), Seesaw, and My One and Only. He directed and choreographed landmark Broadway shows like Nine, Grand Hotel, and The Will Rogers Follies. So why was he told — again and again — that he didn't fit the mold? Why did ballet shut its doors on him? Why was he pushed to disappear inside the chorus? And why was he constantly urged to change his name? In this episode of The Rest of the Story on the Hey, Dancer! podcast, I trace Tommy Tune's unlikely rise… from a Texas childhood shaped by tap, ballet, and backyard shows… to surviving Broadway ensembles… to redefining what a director-choreographer could be. You'll hear how a chance elevator meeting with Michael Bennett changed his trajectory, how Gene Kelly's blunt advice followed him for life, and why Hollywood ultimately wasn't to his liking. You'll also find rare, previously unreleased photos from Tune's early life, uncovered through original research for this episode — images that reveal how early his instincts for movement, staging, and control were already forming. This is the most revealing look yet at the dance life behind one of Broadway's defining architects. If you enjoy this kind of deep-dive storytelling and want to help keep The Rest of the Story coming weekly — carefully researched, independently made, and quality-driven — you can support here: ⁠Buy Me a Coffee! Much appreciated!!! Check out my ⁠⁠Return to Dance docuseries!⁠⁠ Support my Instagram — where I post daily dance inspo, insights and fun! ⁠⁠@backtogreat

    28 min
  6. Ann-Margret: The Dancer Whose Movement Helped Define the 60s | The Rest of the Story | ep 48

    10 JAN

    Ann-Margret: The Dancer Whose Movement Helped Define the 60s | The Rest of the Story | ep 48

    Ann-Margret danced opposite Elvis Presley in Viva Las Vegas, exploded onto screens in Bye Bye Birdie, and became one of the most recognizable performers of her generation. But her dance story has rarely been examined — let alone in full. In this episode of The Rest of the Story on the Hey, Dancer! podcast, I trace her path from a tiny village in northern Sweden to childhood dance training outside Chicago, late-night club stages as a teenager, national television talent shows, and an unusually fast rise through Hollywood musicals. Rather than focusing on fame, this episode follows the throughline that shaped everything: how her body moved — onstage, on camera, and under pressure — and how that physicality set her apart at a moment when screen dance was changing. We dig into her early film musicals, her electric partnership with Elvis Presley, and the stretch of work that helped redefine movement in 1960s movies — before a devastating onstage accident nearly ended her career. What followed was not a reinvention, but a return — through live performance, television, and film (including an Oscar nom for Tommy) — driven by discipline, resolve, and an unshakable connection to movement. This is the untold dance journey behind a performer known for many things — and the story of how dance was always at the center. If you enjoy this kind of deep-dive storytelling and want to help keep The Rest of the Story coming weekly — carefully researched, independently made, and quality-driven — you can support here: ⁠Buy Me a Coffee! Much appreciated!!! Check out my ⁠⁠Return to Dance docuseries!⁠⁠ Support my Instagram — where I post daily dance inspo, insights and fun! ⁠⁠@backtogreat

    32 min
  7. Adolfo "Shabba-Doo" Quiñones: Hip-Hop's First Matinee Idol | The Rest of the Story | ep 47

    27/12/2025

    Adolfo "Shabba-Doo" Quiñones: Hip-Hop's First Matinee Idol | The Rest of the Story | ep 47

    Adolfo "Shabba-Doo" Quiñones became the face of street dance when it burst onto movie screens around the world — most famously through the global hit Breakin', a film that turned real street dancers into international stars. But long before that explosion, his story began in Chicago's Cabrini-Green housing projects — a place defined by danger, instability, and fear. When his mother made a drastic decision to leave everything behind and drive her family across the country to Los Angeles, it changed the course of his life — and dance history. In this episode of The Rest of the Story on the Hey, Dancer! podcast, I trace how a teenager searching for belonging found locking, entered a tight inner circle of era-defining street dancers, and became part of the original Soul Train movement — just as street styles were breaking onto television. From there, he joined The Lockers, the groundbreaking group that brought street dance into American living rooms for the first time. We follow his pivotal connection with Toni Basil, the moment that pulled him onto major stages, and the path that led to Breakin' — a global hit that didn't just succeed, but helped launch street dance onto the world stage. From television to Broadway, from documentary to film, from clubs to worldwide screens, this is the rarely told, fully contextualized dance legacy of Shabba-Doo — a performer whose talent, presence, and visibility helped define what street dance looked like when the world first saw it. Which is why he's often referred to as the Godfather of Street Dance and the Bob Fosse of the Streets. If you enjoy this kind of deep-dive storytelling and want to help keep The Rest of the Story coming weekly — carefully researched, independently made, and quality-driven — you can support here: ⁠Buy Me a Coffee! Much appreciated!!! Check out my ⁠⁠Return to Dance docuseries!⁠⁠ Support my Instagram — where I post daily dance inspo, insights and fun! ⁠⁠@backtogreat

    20 min
  8. John Brascia: The 'White Christmas' Dancer Everyone Asks About | The Rest of the Story | ep 46

    20/12/2025

    John Brascia: The 'White Christmas' Dancer Everyone Asks About | The Rest of the Story | ep 46

    John Brascia is the dancer audiences notice every year in White Christmas. He's the one partnered with Vera-Ellen in the film's most demanding numbers — and for decades, viewers have asked the same question: Who is that dancer? In this episode of The Rest of the Story on the Hey, Dancer! podcast, we trace John Brascia's dance journey in full — from his athletic upbringing and early training in Hollywood, to rapid work across MGM musicals, Broadway recognition, and his unforgettable performances on screen. You'll hear how a business deal gone wrong unexpectedly led him into dance, how he moved quickly from studio classes to films like Summer Stock and Royal Wedding, and why choreographers trusted him with increasingly complex work — including White Christmas and the physically uncompromising finale of Meet Me in Las Vegas. We also explore his later career with Tybee — the dance team that became a major Las Vegas headliner and one of the most respected acts of its era. Along the way, I'll share a brief personal note from my research — a conversation that helped fill in key gaps in his story. This episode offers the most in-depth, dance-focused portrait of John Brascia to date — not a résumé, but the throughline of a dancer whose work never stopped being noticed. And today, we finally answer why. If you enjoy this kind of deep-dive storytelling and want to help keep The Rest of the Story coming weekly — carefully researched, independently made, and quality-driven — you can support here: ⁠Buy Me a Coffee! Much appreciated!!! Check out my ⁠⁠Return to Dance docuseries!⁠⁠ Support my Instagram — where I post daily dance inspo, insights and fun! ⁠⁠@backtogreat

    24 min
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Welcome to Hey, Dancer! — hosted by Miller Daurey, a former pro teen dancer (Paula Abdul, Joffrey) who has returned to training 3 decades later. Having cultivated a highly engaged and supportive dance community online, Miller is excited to dive deeper on everything dance with two weekly episodes! In one, Miller brings his unique perspective as an ex-dancer returning to the art form, sharing insights on… - the evolution of dance, from class to comps to the industry - living with injury and cutting-edge approaches to healing chronic pain - fostering mindfulness through guided dance meditations - responding to online feedback and comments - reviews of dance books, documentaries, and shows - and tons more! …all with a fresh, behind-the-scenes lens shaped by his inspiring journey and thriving Instagram community. The second weekly episode introduces a compelling series titled The Rest of the Story — where Miller delves into fascinating, little-known histories of dance legends and the unsung heroes who shaped the craft. Through these captivating stories, listeners will discover the hidden struggles, triumphs, and legacies of those who helped define dance as we know it today. While dedicated to helping dancers reconnect with their WHY in a culture that often prioritizes perfection over purpose, this podcast also speaks to anyone looking to reignite their creative spark or rediscover a long-lost passion. Follow along and explore all things dance with Miller!

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  • Creator
    Miller Daurey
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    83
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Hey, Dancer!

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