The Dance Reel

Renee Perry
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Welcome to the Dance Reel - where we chat with aspiring and professional dancers about their careers. Tune in for industry insights, the highs and the lows on-set, and more. You'll hear from dancers across the globe who have travelled on cruise ships, danced on Bollywood sets, performed in Greece resorts, and dancers who are producing their own shows. So, what is it really like to be a dancer?

Episodes

  1. 04/19/2021

    Ep. 08: How to Produce an Award Winning Fringe Show w/ Thomas Laybourn

    Today we are chatting with Thomas Laybourn, producer and choreographer of 'Three Monkeys'. The show debuted at the Wellington Fringe Festival 2021 and is back for a second season after receiving an award for an 'outstanding ensemble performance' and being nominated for various other awards. We dive deep into Thomas's choreographic process, casting for the show, how to effectively promote a show and advice for other dancers on how to be a valuable cast member or produce your own performance.  Season Two Info: 22 April 2021 — 24 April 2021 (Tapere Nui, Te Auaha, 65 Dixon Street, Wellington) Find out more & purchase tickets here.  Connect with Thomas here:  https://www.instagram.com/tommylaybourn/  https://www.instagram.com/__3monkeys___/ Thank you for supporting The Dance Reel 💛 If you enjoyed this episode, please come and say hello on our socials: https://instagram.com/ReneePerry_/ https://www.instagram.com/thedancereel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QrtM7szNcMVnvCktic0oQ TikTok & Facebook: @thedancereel Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Music: Marlboro Lite - Spazz Cardigan Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM See you on the next episode! Xx

  2. 04/14/2021

    Ep. 07: My Dance Journey - From Training in LA to Starting a Dance Company + Letting Go of Judgement & Chasing your Dreams

    It's just you and me this week. I've sat down to chat about my dance journey so far, lessons that I've learnt, and what my long-term goals are with my career and this podcast. I couldn't thank my tutors enough for embedding a wealth of knowledge in me and my classmates. I have so much admiration for everyone who has taught or danced alongside me throughout this journey - from The Dance Institute, Inzpire, IDA Hollywood, Te Auaha, En Beat, Society Ent, etc.  Thank you for supporting The Dance Reel 💛 If you enjoyed this episode, please come and say hello on our socials: https://instagram.com/ReneePerry_/  https://www.instagram.com/thedancereel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QrtM7szNcMVnvCktic0oQ TikTok & Facebook: @thedancereel Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Music: Marlboro Lite - Spazz Cardigan Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM See you on the next episode! Xx

  3. 04/06/2021

    Ep. 06: Advice from a Dance Cinematographer w/ Letxia Cordova

    Do you want to know how to stand out on camera? This week we had the pleasure of sitting with Letxia Cordova, a Dancer and Dance Cinematographer based in Los Angeles. She gave us insight into how she chooses and works with dancers on her projects, how dancers can best stand out on camera, and what you can do to make a cinematographer's job easier. We also dive deeper into Letxia's processes and how dance choreography translates over to her film techniques.  Check out Letxia's work here:  https://www.instagram.com/byletxia/  https://www.ltxiac.com/  If you enjoyed this episode, please come and say hello on our socials:  https://www.instagram.com/thedancereel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QrtM7szNcMVnvCktic0oQ TikTok & Facebook: @thedancereel Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Music: Marlboro Lite - Spazz Cardigan Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM See you on the next episode! Xx

  4. 04/02/2021 ·  Bonus

    Minisode: The Latest Dance News - April 2021

    Hey Dancers! This week I have a shorter news style segment so that you can keep in the loop with the industry's latest news. You'll hear about the latest arts funding grants available across the world, as well as a new choreographic initiative, and local performances.  San Fransisco YBCA Grant:  https://ybca.org/guaranteed-income-pilot/  Sydney Choreographic Centre:  https://www.sydneychoreographiccentre.com/  New Zealand Dance News source:  https://dancemagazine.com.au/2021/03/new-zealand-dance-news-march-2021/  If you enjoyed this episode, please come and say hello on our socials: https://www.instagram.com/thedancereel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QrtM7szNcMVnvCktic0oQ TikTok & Facebook: @thedancereel Music: Marlboro Lite - Spazz Cardigan Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM See you on the next episode!

  5. 03/24/2021

    Ep. 05: Training at a Full-time Course with No Dance Experience w/ Joe Taylor

    This episode features my friend Joe Taylor who grew up in Thailand learning from Youtube videos. After completing his Music Degree in New Zealand, he took a leap of faith and entered into a full-time dance diploma with no traditional training. Two years later he was on the books with Princess Cruises and Disneyland Paris!  Check out En Beat Dance here:  https://www.instagram.com/enbeatdance/  If you enjoyed this episode, please come and say hello on our socials: https://www.instagram.com/thedancereel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QrtM7szNcMVnvCktic0oQ TikTok & Facebook: @thedancereel Music: Marlboro Lite - Spazz Cardigan Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM See you on the next episode!

  6. 03/16/2021

    Ep. 04: What is it like to Build a Dance Brand and Train at Vaganova? w/ Lina Peralejo (Pt. 2)

    This is pt.2 of our chat with Lina from @dancebylina_. She shared her experience working professionally in a company, creating her own dancewear line, and opening her own dance school. She has trained in the Vaganova ballet technique and taken workshops at the academy in St. Petersburg, Russia. Part two dives deeper into creating her own dance school, building a dancewear brand, and training at Vaganova! If you haven't already - make sure to listen to part one.  Check out Lina's socials here: https://www.instagram.com/studio_dancebylina/ https://www.instagram.com/dancebylina_dancewear/ Do you need new dancewear? Bonus - it's sustainable! https://www.dancebylina.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please come and say hello on our socials: https://www.instagram.com/thedancereel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QrtM7szNcMVnvCktic0oQ TikTok & Facebook: @thedancereel Music: Marlboro Lite - Spazz Cardigan Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM Thanks again for your support! See you in the next episode x

  7. 03/08/2021

    Ep. 03: From Dancing in the Philippines to building a Dance Brand w/ Lina Peralejo (Pt. 1)

    In this episode, we chat with Lina from @dancebylina_. She shared her experience working professionally in a company, creating her own dancewear line, and opening her own dance school. She has also trained in the Vaganova ballet technique and took workshops at the academy in St. Petersburg, Russia. Lina is a truly inspirational woman and has so much wisdom to share, which is why this episode has been split into two parts. Check back next week for part two!  Check out Lina's socials here:  https://www.instagram.com/studio_dancebylina/ https://www.instagram.com/dancebylina_dancewear/ Do you need new dancewear? Bonus - it's sustainable!  https://www.dancebylina.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please come and say hello on our socials: https://www.instagram.com/thedancereel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QrtM7szNcMVnvCktic0oQ TikTok & Facebook: @thedancereel Music: Marlboro Lite - Spazz Cardigan Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM See you in part two!

  8. 02/28/2021

    Ep. 02: From Rudra Bejart Ballet Lausanne, Dancing in Resorts around Greece, to Running Dance Intensives w/ Chantal Pinguet

    Today we were lucky enough to chat with Chantal Pinguet who has had an incredible dance career, so far! Chantal has performed with Rudra Bejart Ballet Lausanne, the Poznan Opera Ballet in Poland, and various resorts throughout Greece. She is not one to sit around and wait for opportunities to arise, after finding herself stuck in New Zealand due to the pandemic, Chantal founded 'Stage to Studio' Dance Intensives and has had a successful turnout so far.  Find out more about Chantal here:  https://www.instagram.com/chantalpavlova/  https://chantalpinguet.wixsite.com/dancer  Want to perform in resorts across Greece? Check out:  https://www.facebook.com/EntertainmentOceania/ (Australia/NZ)  https://www.facebook.com/EntertainmentGreeceUK (UK)  Check out Stage to Studio intensives here: https://www.instagram.com/stagetostudiodance/  If you enjoyed this episode, please come and say hello on our socials: https://www.instagram.com/thedancereel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QrtM7szNcMVnvCktic0oQ TikTok & Facebook: @thedancereel Music: Marlboro Lite - Spazz Cardigan Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM See you on the next epsiode!

  9. 02/22/2021

    Ep. 01: What is it like to produce your own show? With LOCO Director - Taylor Smith

    For our very first episode, we chatted with Taylor Smith (a.k.a Director of Delaying Reality) about her upcoming show 'LOCO'. Taylor gives us the inside scoop on what it takes to produce a show with a cast of dancers and circus performers.  "Delaying Reality presents L O C O: Some people close their eyes and pretend they’re somewhere else. Others don’t need to. Come explore alternative realities and dip your toes in delusion through Contemporary Dance and Circus. Delay your reality inside a world inspired by Yayoi Kusama."  Watch LOCO here:  https://fringe.co.nz/show/loco  Find Delaying Reality here:  https://www.facebook.com/delayingrealityNZ  https://www.instagram.com/delayingreality/  If you enjoyed this episode, please come and say hello on our socials:  https://www.instagram.com/thedancereel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QrtM7szNcMVnvCktic0oQ  TikTok & Facebook: @thedancereel  Music: Marlboro Lite - Spazz Cardigan Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM See you on the next epsiode!

  10. 02/22/2021

    Intro: The Dance Reel

    Here's a quick rundown on what The Dance Reel podcast is all about. Whether you are a an aspiring dancer, hobbyist, or seasoned professional - this podcast is for you! Thanks for stopping by, and I'll see you soon.

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Welcome to the Dance Reel - where we chat with aspiring and professional dancers about their careers. Tune in for industry insights, the highs and the lows on-set, and more. You'll hear from dancers across the globe who have travelled on cruise ships, danced on Bollywood sets, performed in Greece resorts, and dancers who are producing their own shows. So, what is it really like to be a dancer?

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  • Creator
    Renee Perry
  • Years Active
    2021
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Renee Perry
  • Show Website
    The Dance Reel