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Beyond the Barre
by Margaret Mullin
Beyond the Barre shares insights and stories of the real people behind this incredible art form. This show is for anyone with a love of dance.
Episodes
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32 - Jennifer Turner
On this week's episode, our guest is Jennifer Turner, former dancer and founder of Gemini, a branding studio and educational platform for female entrepreneurs that marries voice and visuals, writing and design, for more meaningful, memorable brands. Jennifer’s story starts with an ending: an…
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31 - Darius Barnes
On this week's episode, our guest is acclaimed Broadway performer Darius Barnes, former dancer with the New York City Ballet, Suzanne Farrell Ballet, and Dance Theater of Harlem! In addition to performing in Mean Girls on Broadway, Darius has appeared in the 2019 Broadway revival of Kiss Me Kate,...
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30 - Matthew Renko
On this week's episode, our guest is Matthew Renko, former soloist with Pacific Northwest Ballet and former member of New York City Ballet and the Suzanne Farrell Ballet! The New York Times described his dancing as “the single most exhilarating moment of the seven ballets in this weeklong…
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29 - Zippora Karz and Romy Karz Rapoport
On this week's episode, we welcome back one of our most popular guests and listener favorite--Zippora Karz, this time joined on the show by her sister, Romy Karz Rapoport! Join us to hear about their new mentoring program and YouTube show: Romy & Zippora Turn Out, Tune In where they are sharing...
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28 - DeMarcus Akeem Suggs on Arts Advocacy
On this week’s episode our guest is dance artist, educator and administrator DeMarcus Akeem Suggs! DeMarcus Akeem Suggs is a graduate of Belhaven University’s dance program (BFA), and his professional experience includes performing with Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC), Dayton Ballet…
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27 - Megan Fairchild
On this week’s episode, join us for a conversation with Megan Fairchild, principal dancer with the New York City Ballet! Tune in to hear Margaret and Megan talk about: Megan’s meteoric rise through the ranks of the NYCB Some advice from Megan for young dancers thinking about moving away from home...
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26 - Connor Holloway
On this week’s episode (recorded July 14th, 2020), join us for a conversation with Connor Holloway, company dancer with American Ballet Theatre! Shortly after becoming a company member, Connor was appointed to run the dancer-created Instagram account, @abtofficial. In the four years that Connor…
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25 - Wendy Whelan
For our 25th episode (recorded May 26th, 2020), we are thrilled to have as our guest Wendy Whelan: former principal dancer and current associate artistic director of the New York City Ballet, widely considered one of the world’s leading dancers of her generation. During her 30 years at the New…
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24 - Eric Trope
Our guest this week is Eric Trope of the Miami City Ballet. Join us for a conversation about Eric’s journey, his choreography, and about Buddy System: an organization Eric cofounded in response to his community’s immense need during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps to get free groceries to the...
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23 - Lindsi Dec and Karel Cruz
On this week’s episode (recorded May 20th 2020) -- husband and wife power couple Lindsi Dec and Karel Cruz, current and former principal dancers at Pacific Northwest Ballet! Join us for this light-hearted, inspiring conversation full of wisdom (plus lots of laughs) from two seasoned professionals...
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22 - Jess Spinner, founder of The Whole Dancer
On this week’s episode (recorded May 27th 2020), we welcome Jess Spinner, former professional ballet dancer turned Health Coach and founder of The Whole Dancer. She supports dancers in reaching their body goals through one on one coaching and her online course, The Dancers' Best Body Program.…
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21 - Tamisha Guy
On this week’s episode, recorded April 21st 2020, we are pleased to welcome Tamisha Guy. Tamisha is a native of Trinidad and Tobago, and came with her family to the United States when she was eight years old. She was named one of Dance Europe’s Best Dancers of the Year in 2017, was featured in…
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20 - Kathleen McGuire Gaines, Founder of Minding the Gap
On this week’s episode (recorded May 5th, 2020), we’re pleased to welcome Kathleen McGuire Gaines—former dancer, and since 2014 a contributing writer to Dance Magazine. Over the last 10 years, Kathleen has written more than 100 articles on dance for Dance Magazine, Pointe, Dance Spirit, and Dance...
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19 - Theresa Ruth Howard calls the ballet world to action for diversity
I am pleased to welcome Theresa Ruth Howard back to the show for the fourth time and thank her for her contribution during this time. Ms. Howard is a DEI expert, working closely with ballet companies nationally and internationally to make the future of ballet a more equitable one. She has…
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18 - Josh Spell: Mental Health and Self-Discovery During Crisis
On this week’s episode, join us for another discussion about dancer mental health with Josh Spell—former dancer (Pacific Northwest Ballet and Kansas City Ballet), licensed social worker, and Primary Therapist with Opal Food + Body Wisdom in Seattle, WA. As we tackle another week of learning to...
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17 - Zippora Karz: Coping during COVID-19
On this week’s episode, we welcome back Zippora Karz, former soloist with the New York City Ballet, who offers some advice to dancers on navigating the stress and uncertainty of quarantine and COVID-19. Maggie and Zippora discuss ways dancers can take care of the things that are in their control...
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16 - Zippora Karz
In this episode of Beyond the Barre, host Margaret Mullin introduces her mentor and soon to be regular guest Zippora Karz! Zippora is a former New York City Ballet Soloist turned author, teacher and motivational speaker. Author of The Sugarless Plum and Ballerina Dreams, she is a spokesperson and...
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15 ~ Ana Maria Lucaciu
In this episode of Beyond the Barre, Margaret Mullin speaks with freelance choreographer and performing artist Ana Maria Lucaciu. They discuss her dance journey, from how she discovered her love for contemporary movement and dance, as well as what she has learned from working alongside some of…
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14 - In Conversation with Christopher Hernandez
In this episode of Beyond the Barre, Margaret Mullin speaks with dancer Christopher Hernandez. A Miami native with a BFA from the Conservatory of Dance, he has had a diverse and exciting career, including time spent performing with Ballet Hispanico, Sleep No More, and the cast of Broadway’s ON…
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13 - Dance Writer Theresa Ruth Howard - For the Third Time!
On this episode host Margaret Mullin welcomes back diversity and inclusion expert and noted dance writer Theresa Ruth Howard for the third time! They discuss Theresa’s impactful article for Dance Magazine, Is Instagram Changing The Dance World’s Value System....
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12 - "Move the Vote" with Rachel Neville
On this episode of Beyond the Barre, host Margaret Mullin interviews famed New York City- based dance photographer Rachel Neville about her business, her love of dancers, and her exciting campaign Move the Vote.
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11- In Conversation with Ming Luke
In this episode of Beyond the Barre host Margaret Mullin has an in depth conversation with internationally celebrated conductor Ming Luke. He is a highly lauded, greatly coveted conductor invited to symphonic, choral, and classical ballet music around the world.
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10 -Positive Body Image with Josh Spell
In this episode of Beyond the Barre host Margaret Mullin discusses positive body image with Josh Spell, a former professional dancer with Pacific Northwest Ballet and the Kansas City Ballet who is now a Primary Therapist at the Eating Recovery Center of Washington.
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09 - Interview with Theresa Ruth Howard Ep 2
On today's episode Margaret Mullin welcomes back to her show Theresa Ruth Howard who is a leader and expert in the subject of diversity and inclusion in ballet and is the founder of Memoirs of Blacks in Ballet. An online initiative that is documenting and preserving the history of black ballet...
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08 - Interview with Diane Jacobowitz
As Executive/Artistic Director of Dancewave for the past 20 years, Diane Jacobowitz has developed innovative programming to capture the talents and imagination of young dancers. Some of the programs she has developed, in addition to the Dancewave Company model, include Dancing Through College and...
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07 - Season Two ~ Interview with Theresa Ruth Howard
Today Margaret kicks off her second season of Beyond the Barre with an interview with the incredible Theresa Ruth Howard. Founder of MoBBallet, Theresa is an expert and advocate on the issue of diversity in Ballet. She has sat on panels for Dance/USA, Dance/NYC, Collegium for African Diaspora…
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06 ~ Roslyn Anderson, Premier Stager for Jiri Kylian
In this episode, Magaret chats with the renowned Roslyn Anderson, the Premier stager for Jirí Kylian's works worldwide. She is one of the most well respected figures in dance. Premier Dance Network
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05 - Conversation with Former PNB Soloist Kiyon Gaines
A conversation with former PNB Soloist Kiyon Gaines, who now runs the Next Step program. Talking all things Next Step and choreography related.
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04 - Interview with Jonathan Porretta, PNB Principal Dancer
Jonathan Porretta is one of the most beloved dancers at Pacific Northwest Ballet. But his journey to principal dancer wasn’t easy: he grew up different: gay, lonely, and teased in a small New Jersey town, following a dream that those around him couldn’t understand. Award-winning arts journalist...
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03 ~ Premier Episode Part Two
On this episode Margaret talks with both professionals as well as student in the PNB Summer Intensive program. Premier Dance Network website Pacific Northwest Ballet website Beyond the Barre Instagram Margaret Mullin Instagram Margaret Mullin Facebook
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02 ~ Premier Episode Part One
On this episode Margaret talks with both professionals as well as student in the PNB Summer Intensive program. Premier Dance Network website Pacific Northwest Ballet website Beyond the Barre Instagram Margaret Mullin Instagram Margaret Mullin Facebook
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01 ~ Introducing the Host of Behind the Barre Podcast
On today's episode, host Margaret Mullin, soloist with Pacific Northwest Ballet (PNB) shares what to expect with her show. Premier Dance Network website Pacific Northwest Ballet website Beyond the Barre Instagram Margaret Mullin Instagram Margaret Mullin Facebook
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Beyond the Barre shares insights and stories of the real people behind this incredible art form. This show is for anyone with a love of dance.
HOSTED BY
Margaret Mullin
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Beyond the Barre shares insights and stories of the real people behind this incredible art form. This show is for anyone with a love of dance.
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Beyond the Barre is created and hosted by Margaret Mullin.
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