EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 50 MIN
Katharine Holabird, Creating the Beloved Character: Angelina Ballerina
from “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey · host Joanne Carey
"Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey and special guest, children's picture book author, Katharine HolabirdIn this episode of "Dance Talk” ® , host Joanne Carey interviews children's author Katharine Holabird, best known for her beloved series, Angelina Ballerina. They discuss Katharine's artistic upbringing, her journey to becoming a writer, and the creation of Angelina Ballerina. Katharine shares insights into the writing process, the importance of illustrations, and the impact of her work on children and dance education. The conversation also touches on awards, a memorable encounter with the Queen, and the legacy of Angelina Ballerina in literature and theater.Katharine Holabird is the award-winning author of Angelina Ballernia and a new children's book series about a lovable little fairy called Twinkle. Katharine grew up in a family of architects and artists in Chicago, and as a child she loved to perform and dance with her three sisters. She graduated with a BA in Literature from Bennington College, and started writing children's books in 1983. Since then, Angelina Ballerina books have sold millions of copies, been translated into 20+ languages, and Angelina has become a children's classic.For more information https://www.katharineholabird.com/“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."https://dancetalkwithjoannecarey.com/Please leave us a Review.Please help support the podcast:https://gofund.me/e561b42ac
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"Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey and special guest, children's picture book author, Katharine HolabirdIn this episode of "Dance Talk” ® , host Joanne Carey interviews children's author Katharine Holabird, best known for her beloved series, Angelina Ballerina. They discuss Katharine's artistic upbringing, her journey to becoming a writer, and the creation of Angelina Ballerina. Katharine shares insights into the writing process, the importance of illustrations, and the impact of her work on children and dance education. The conversation also touches on awards, a memorable encounter with the Queen, and the legacy of Angelina Ballerina in literature and theater.Katharine Holabird is the award-winning author of Angelina Ballernia and a new children's book series about a lovable little fairy called Twinkle. Katharine grew up in a family of architects and artists in Chicago, and as a child she loved to perform and dance with her three sisters. She graduated with a BA in Literature from Bennington College, and started writing children's books in 1983. Since then, Angelina Ballerina books have sold millions of copies, been translated into 20+ languages, and Angelina has become a children's classic.For more information https://www.katharineholabird.com/“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."https://dancetalkwithjoannecarey.com/Please leave us a Review.Please help support the podcast:https://gofund.me/e561b42ac
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