Abun(dance‪)‬ Kristen Faraclas and Hannah Schayes

Liz McKendry is the star of this one! Liz discusses her many experiences as a performer. As a woman of many talents, she has been in shows both on and off Broadway. She has even been featured in a recent movie, Cabrini! Join us as we celebrate the journey of performing. As Liz says, "don't forget where you're from, don't forget your roots."

This episode features Melissa Lineburg! Fun fact, Kristen and Melissa dance together with Ballet Embody, a professional contemporary ballet company based in Maryland. In addition to being a freelance dancer, Melissa has her own nutrition and wellness company, 'eMpower performance.' Check out her resources and services on Instagram @eMpower_performance and on TikTok @empowerdancenutrition!

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!

Intuitive energy healer, Gina Giro, joined us to discuss important topics such as stage fright and imposter syndrome. This episode dives into what might be causing these as well as what one can do to combat them. Thank you Gina for so graciously offering 15% off of her sessions to our listeners using the code DANCE15. Code Expires 12/31/24.

Our first guest in 2024 is the astounding Melissa West! Listen to how each opportunity has led her to create a fulfilling career as a dance curator, choreographer, and arts advocate in Staten Island.

This episode highlights the incredible, Catherine Gallant! As a teacher, dancer, and choreographer she has accomplished quite a lot in her career. In this conversation, we look at her time as a Dance Teacher in the NYC Department of Education as she approaches retirement.