Drinks at the Barre

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Break down the 4th Wall with Paul James Rooney - Discussing everything in the world of dance and theatre. Together with regular guest host Damien Lee Stirk or an esteemed guest, we aim to dust off theatre and chat about everything from training, life on tour, body issues, performance mishaps and much more.

  1. 12/18/2025

    In Shape , On Holiday

    We are here one final time this season for a quick natter before Xmas. And there is no better time to discuss how to keep in shape and when to rest whilst taking a break from work. So grab a glass of wine and your thera band & do some foot exercises whilst listening to this episode. You'll thank yourself later!

    49 min

  2. 12/11/2025

    Barretender of the Week - Dinna Bjørn

    It’s a white wine week & we are joined a lady who has had an incredible career, the incomparable Dinna Bjørn. A Principal Ballerina with the Royal Danish Ballet and then became Director of the Finish National Ballet & The Norwegian National Ballet. As a Bournonville expert she has travelled the world teaching his repertoire & techniques. So grab yourself a glass of Chablis, Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio & enjoy our long conversation all about Dinna and her fantastic life and career.

    1h 55m

  3. 12/04/2025

    R-E-S-P-E-C-T

    We respect our listeners so much that we are doing an entire episode based on respect! How respectful!

    47 min

  4. 11/27/2025

    Can I have your autograph?

    We catch up with Denise after her amazing week performing with Osipova and hear stories about great dancers & legends

    50 min

  5. 11/20/2025

    Barretender of the Week - Brian Friedman

    The word icon is thrown around far too often of late, however, this is my podcast and I throwing that word at this weeks guest. The 2000's & 2010's would be a very different place without this increible choreographer. He is the genius behind Britney Spears' 'Slave For you' & 'Toxic' Welcome, the incredible Brian Friedman

    1h 19m

  6. 11/13/2025

    Are You Watching?

    Damien & Paul are dealing out random pieces of advice - there have been some technical hiccups along the way, but we have an episode for our lovely loyal listeners.

    44 min

  7. 11/06/2025

    Pop Culture

    Has cancelling 'Top of the Pops' doomed humanity?! Today we chat about Pop Culture and how it has inspired us and our careers. But where is dance in the 2020's? Bunheads can also love Britney!

    49 min

  8. 10/30/2025

    Superstitions, History & more

    At some point during this episode Damien & Paul do talk about the chosen subject, however it has been a while since their last chat, so a catch up & and natter ensued.

    49 min
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Break down the 4th Wall with Paul James Rooney - Discussing everything in the world of dance and theatre. Together with regular guest host Damien Lee Stirk or an esteemed guest, we aim to dust off theatre and chat about everything from training, life on tour, body issues, performance mishaps and much more.

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  • Creator
    Paul James Rooney
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Paul James Rooney
  • Show Website
    Drinks at the Barre