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EPISODE · Nov 27, 2025 · 16 MIN

E47: 5 Non-Negotiable's for First Time Swings

from The SWING LIFE Podcast · host Taylor Scanlan

If you’re swinging your first musical — or stepping back into the role — this episode gives you the five daily non-negotiables that make swinging feel less chaotic and far more doable.We’re talking process, structure, regulation, and how to stay grounded while learning multiple tracks at once.These are the exact practices I use as a swing + dance captain in Beetlejuice the Musical.What you’ll take away:How to find your learning style (instead of copying everyone else)A simple structure that helps you track and retain multiple rolesThe mindset that keeps you steady during rehearsals + debutsHow to build a life outside the show (and why it matters)The weekly planning habit that changes everything for first-time swings👉 Download your FREE Rehearsal Tracking SheetThis is the exact template I use in rehearsals to stay organised, retain more, and give every track a clear “home.”Includes a video walkthrough so you know how to use it.If this episode helped you, share it with another performer.More clarity for swings = stronger casts and calmer rehearsal rooms.— Taylor ScanlanSwing & Dance Captain, Beetlejuice the Musical

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