NYC, Dance & the Power of Community

In this episode, I sit down with Kensie Keele, a professional dancer who shares her journey from a small town in North Carolina to the fast-paced world of New York City. We talk about what it really takes to pursue dance as a career, the power of creative community, and how finding your people can change everything. From training at the CLI Conservatory to performing in NYC, Kenzie opens up about confidence, collaboration, and staying grounded in the hustle.Chapters00:00 Welcome to TAD03:03 Kensie Keele: A Journey into Dance06:03 The Leap to New York City08:54 Training at CLI Conservatory12:09 Finding Confidence in Dance14:55 Joining Akompany: A New Chapter18:01 The Importance of Community20:58 First Performance in NYC24:10 Exploring Commercial Dance26:47 The Power of Creative Collaboration29:51 Creative Influences and Toolbox32:46 Looking Ahead: Future Aspirations