Geek Out with DeVilla: Somebody's Gotta Steer the Ship

My guest, DeVilla, artistic director of troupe Isis-Siren-Sekhmet, talks about how to run a troupe with style, grace, and ease. You’ll learn: How student, amateur, and pro troupes differ – and what’s universal Whose vision is this: group leadership vs. a single leader Why a dance company needs to set goals and have a mission statements How to style your troupe for a cohesive look Why your members make or break the group – and how to choose the right ones. Group finances: the money you spend, and the money you make How to run productive rehearsals – and still have fun How to handle crisis, drama, and conflicts (and come out of it with your troupe intact) If you’re running a troupe, participating in one, or wondering if troupe life is for you, you need to hear this! This episode is sponsored by Shadia Costume Design, with 30 years experience in custom design and revamping.  To learn how Shadia can make you look like a star, visit:  shadiacostumedesign.com For more geek-tacular resources, visit:  http://www.BellyDanceGeek.com Also check out our sister program, "More Than Steps" where I geek out on how belly dance works, one coffee run at a time: https://anchor.fm/more-than-steps