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Sealy asks Megan what to do now that her pointe shoe maker has retired. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today on Ask Megan!, Jake asks what Megan carries in her ballet bag. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today Calissa asks Megan why dancers wear belts over their leotards in class? Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today Hannah asks Megan how to improve her petit allegro.   Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today Holly asks Megan what her experience as a cover model for Dance Magazine. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today Sarah asks Megan what her thoughts are about Boston Ballet School and Company. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Networ

Today's question comes from Janie.  She asks Megan about having danced at one place for so long that the teachers seem not to be paying attention to her anymore.   Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Networ

Today, Julia writes in to say, "Hi Megan, there seem to be a lot of relationships within the New York City Ballet. What is the dynamic like when breakups occur and how difficult is it to dance with a former romantic partner? Will the casting directors avoid pairing two former romantic partners together?

Kaylie writes in and says "I am a junior in high school and wonder how I should plan for next year and am wondering when I am supposed to audition for company positions and what happens if I don't get in anywhere?  DO most dancers then wind up going the college route? "  Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Networ

Today's question comes from Ana who asks whether it matters what brand of pointe shoes a dancer wears for auditions? Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Networ

 Today's question comes from Heather who wrote in asking how to help her child prepare for a Balanchine Summer Intensive when the studio does not support this style? Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today on Ask Megan!, Nancy remarks that she saw Megan in Sleeping Beauty and wonders how she prepares for such big roles. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Networ

Today's question comes from Mimi who called in to ask about Homeschooling versus attending regular high school when pursuing a career in dance. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Networ

Today's question comes from a Ballet Mom who asks: "I was wondering how, as a mom, I can best support my daughter before YAGP or an audition? I do try hard not to be a "stage mom", but I am very anxious and want to make sure my daughter is at her very best. I find this only annoys her. What can I do to help her the most? And what do you eat the morning of a big show?" Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today's question comes from Kate who is the mother of an aspiring young dancer.  She wants to know how she can best encourage her daughter's love of dance and support her daughter who seems to show promise without becoming an overbearing "dance" mom. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today's question comes from Lily who wrote in to ask about toning her legs.  She is wondering if Megan would suggest running? Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today on Ask Megan! Rachel writes in asks about how Artistic Directors make casting decisions on dancers and their body types. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today on Ask Megan! a mother writes in regarding body image concerns. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today on Ask Megan! Amelia asks how to know what shank strength she needs for her pointe shoes. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today's question comes from Melinda who wants to surprise her daughter with tickets to NYCB's Nutcracker and wants to know how far in advance casting is known for the lead roles. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

Today's question comes from Monica who is studying at a prestigious year round training program and has since realized she does not want to dance anymore.  She asks Megan for advice on how to break it to her family. Megan really nails this one! Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today, Sarah asks about stage makeup for Nutcracker and what other dancers from New York City Ballet recommend. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today, Ciara asks about feeling discriminated against for being too tall.  How does she stay patient when trying for key roles? Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today, Giuliana asks how she can build muscle and improve endurance. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question comes from Carole who is wondering how she can help her daughter find the right company to audition for. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question comes from Ash who is wondering whether Megan ever experiences creative blocks. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question comes from Amanda who wants to know if Megan knows anything about Australian Ballet or any of the American dancers who have joined their company.  Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question comes from Sarah who wants to know if she is taking enough ballet classes each week. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network  

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question comes from Nancy who called in to ask how guest choreographers choose dancers when they work with NYCB. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network  

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come Emily who writes in to say: "My name is Emily and I was wondering whether it is best to wear a simple tank leotard or a 3/4 sleeve leotard for my upcoming SAB audition? I like the 3/4 length because it is very elegant and flattering and shows off my back but the plain tank leotard would show off my arms more. I'm not sure which they would be looking for more." Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network  

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from a listener who has been thinking about a career in dance  and is not sure what steps she should take to get there. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Meghan who wants to know how to deal with jealousy from peers. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network  

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Nadia who wants to know how to help with her painful achilles tendinitis.  Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network  

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Ali who wants to know what street shoes Megan wears. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network  

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Dominique who wants to know why some professional dancers take classes outside of their company classes? Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network  

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  Today’s question come from a Katie who is sick of the same choices for leotards and wants to know what are Megan's favorite brands of leotards.  

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Ella who wants to know suggestions on the best way to warm up.  Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network    

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today's question comes from Brida who wants to know when it is time to find a year round training program. Megan provides a thoughtful response. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Giuliani whose teacher is leaving her studio. She is feeling devastated and is seeking advice from Megan. Megan provides a thoughtful response. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network  

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  Today’s question come from a Christy who wants to know how to get back in shape after taking off dance for a month. Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  Today’s question come from a Lana who wants to know what to do when a pointe shoe maker retires.   Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  Today’s question come from a mother who wants to about the importance of dance pictures? What do they show? How can they be used to help a dancer?  Megan provides advice from a very personal perspective. Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  Today’s question come from Malorie who called in to ask  if NYCB goes on tour and if Megan has ever toured with them.  Megan provides advice from a very personal perspective. Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  My name is Maddison and I am a graduating senior who attended one of the top year round training program for the past four years. I've spent the past three months auditioning for my first professional job and have come up with nothing other than the opportunity to be a trainee in some companies.  I feel as that I've already been a trainee for 4 years and my parents are refusing to continue to pay so much to have me be a trainee again with no promise of getting a job.  I have heard there are a lot of layoffs and few jobs right now.  Is this worse than normal and do you have any advice on my situation?  Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  Today’s question come from 15 year old Kamryn who just went on pointe and is curious how to prepare for a professional career without having pas de deux experience.   Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  Hi Megan, I just LOVE your show and listen every single week.  I am a fairly decent dancer and think based upon my experience could potentially look for a professional job but REALLY want to go to college first.  My goal is to go to a school that has a strong dance program and continue my training there.  I understand that making this choice will limit me from some of the top companies but wonder ifyou know whether I am completely ruining my chances by pursuing college before professional dance?  Thanks so much for your time.  Ellory   Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  Today’s question come from Rachel who wrote in to say: I am curious what rehearsals look like at NYCB. Who are the players involved in group, divertissment, solo, and pas de deux rehearsals? Is a répétiteur always present, or only for choreography of certain choreographers?  What is the role of ballet coaches?  I see some of this from YouTube posts from NYCB, SF Ballet, Royal Ballet, etc., and would love to know more. Love your podcast,particularly the "behind the scenes"topics.  As a huge ballet fan, it's so fun to learn about all of the various things that go into a production before the curtain goes up! ​ - Rachel Perez  Megan loved this question and really dove in deep on this one! Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.  Today’s question come from Corina who called in to ask Megan advice on how to help keep her daughter and son involved together in dance.       Megan provides advice from a very personal perspective. Find Megan Fairchild ~  <span style= "color: #ff0000;"><a style="color: #ff0000;" href= "http://www.meganfairchild.com/">website/<a style= "color: #ff0000;" href= "https://twitter.com/FairchildMegan">Twitter/<a style= "color: #ff0000;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/mfairchild17/">Instagram <span style= "font-size: 12pt;">Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  <span style= "font-size: 10pt;"><span style= "color: #ff0000;"><a style="color: #ff0000;" href= "http://balancing-pointe.com/">BalancingPointe.com  <span style= "color: #ff0000;"> <a style="color: #ff0000;" href= "https://twitter.com/BalancingPointe">Twitter/<span style= "color: #ff0000;"><a style="color: #ff0000;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/balancing_pointe/">Instagram <span style= "color: #ff0000; font-size: 12pt;"><span style= "color: #ff0000;"><a href= "http://getpodcast.reviews/id/764593885">Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Mary who wrote in to ask ~ Hi Megan,  I don’t know if you are familiar with the tv show, So You think You Can Dance and the fact that in their new season they will be featuring young dancers ages 8-18 rather than the older more mature dancers.  As a professional, what do you think about this? Mary   Megan provides her thoughts from a professional Ballerina’s perspective. Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show

On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Penny who wrote in to ask ~ Hi Megan – as the mother of a 15 year old dancer who is hoping to pursue a career in professional ballet, I am wondering if there are any “stats” on the percentage of dancers who are pursuing this goal actually “make it”?  We have heard over and over again that “there is a company for every dancer”, but to me it seems somewhat impossible for every child to achieve their dream.  Can there actually be room in the dance world for everyone?   I would love to hear your thoughts on this.  Sincerely, Penny from London   Megan really dives in deep on this common concern for parents. Find Megan Fairchild ~  website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE:  BalancingPointe.com   Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show