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Drinks at the Barre
by Paul James Rooney
Breaking down the 4th Wall - Discussing everything in the world of dance and theatre. Together with regular guest host Damien Lee Stirk or esteemed guests, we aim to dust off theatre and chat about everything from training, life on tour, body issues, performance mishaps and much more.
Episodes
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Listening Back
Before Drinks at the Barre takes a little break, we have some further thoughts on some of the topics & issues discussed on this season. Mostly, we agree with ourselves and need all you listeners to listen again to how right we were!!
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And another thing!
Join us as we continue to add to the every growing list of things that grind our gears!
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Barretender of the Week -Martin James
Having danced all over the world as a principal dancer with English National Ballet, The Royal Danish Ballet and the Deutsche Opera Berlin. He has partnered ballerinas such as Natalia Makarova & Lyne Seymour, and is now joining us for a catch up on this week's episode. We are very happy to…
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I'm Just Being Honest
Honestly, what did you expect from Damien & Paul but their honest opinions about honesty.
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Odd Jobs
The wild and wonderful world of being a freelancer sometimes leads you to places you'd never expect. Today Denise & Poppy chat about some of the random jobs they have encountered whilst being a freelance dancers
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Barretender of the Week - Adam Cooper
From being a principal dancer with The Royal Ballet Company, to creating the iconic role of The Swan/Stranger in Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, to starring and choreographing many musicals and theatre productions. We are very happy to welcome onto the podcast the incredible Adam Cooper.
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It's Just a Building
Theatres, concert halls, your mums living room - There are many places where we put on performances, so let's discuss some the most interesting places we have experienced during our career.
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How the sausage is made
This episode we discuss the no mans land of social media. Are dance companies and production house, are we sharing to much? Do we need to know everything that happens in performances to be able to buy a ticket? Or should some things be left to enjoy and experience when in the auditorium?
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Barretender of the Week - Jo Goodwin
We are joined this episode by the funny and fabulous Jo Goodwin - Dancer, Choreographer, Dance Captain, Assistant Choreographer, name a job in this profession and she is sure to have done it! We hear all about Jo's career whilst herself and Paul have a good old catch up.
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Be yourself...sometimes
Damien and Paul are back; throwing out advice left, right & centre... whether you asked for it or not!
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I've made it!
Be present in your life, let that be a present to yourself.
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Swingers
There are no keys in bowls here. We are here to discuss the trials and tribulations of the unsung heroes that are called Swings.
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Welcome Back!!
We're Back!!! We have had a break and are now back on the mic setting the worlds to rights!
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In Shape , On Holiday
We are here one final time this season for a quick natter before Xmas. And there is no better time to discuss how to keep in shape and when to rest whilst taking a break from work. So grab a glass of wine and your thera band & do some foot exercises whilst listening to this episode. You'll thank...
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Barretender of the Week - Dinna Bjørn
It’s a white wine week & we are joined a lady who has had an incredible career, the incomparable Dinna Bjørn. A Principal Ballerina with the Royal Danish Ballet and then became Director of the Finish National Ballet & The Norwegian National Ballet. As a Bournonville expert she has travelled the...
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R-E-S-P-E-C-T
We respect our listeners so much that we are doing an entire episode based on respect! How respectful!
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Can I have your autograph?
We catch up with Denise after her amazing week performing with Osipova and hear stories about great dancers & legends
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Barretender of the Week - Brian Friedman
The word icon is thrown around far too often of late, however, this is my podcast and I throwing that word at this weeks guest. The 2000's & 2010's would be a very different place without this increible choreographer. He is the genius behind Britney Spears' 'Slave For you' & 'Toxic' Welcome, the...
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Are You Watching?
Damien & Paul are dealing out random pieces of advice - there have been some technical hiccups along the way, but we have an episode for our lovely loyal listeners.
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Pop Culture
Has cancelling 'Top of the Pops' doomed humanity?! Today we chat about Pop Culture and how it has inspired us and our careers. But where is dance in the 2020's? Bunheads can also love Britney!
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Superstitions, History & more
At some point during this episode Damien & Paul do talk about the chosen subject, however it has been a while since their last chat, so a catch up & and natter ensued.
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Barretender of the Week - Christopher Hampson
Pouring your Pinot whilst pointing his feet is the wonderful Christopher Hampson. Former soloist with English National Ballet, international choreographer and the CEO & Artistic Director of Scottish Ballet. Grab yourself a drink & enjoy this week's episode with the intelligent, artistic,...
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Honesty is the Best Policy
It's hard - to give constructive criticism in an age of people getting offended very easily. You listeners have nothing to worry about, Auntie Denise is here to let you know that all you need to do, is be honest...... in a tactful manner.
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Auditions.... oh yes, we have more to say!
Diving deeper into the horror & trauma that is auditions. Never fear, Damien Lee Stirk is back to hold your hand through it all.
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Barretender of the Week - Shaun James Kelly
Our first barretender of the season joins us from the other side of the globe. Soloist dancer & choreographer in resident with the Royal New Zealand Ballet and old friend of mine, Shaun James Kelly.
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Talking Teaching & Training
Just when you thought it was safe to invite Paul to your open class.
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Three
Welcome back everyone & welcome to season 3!! We hope you all had a great summer. Here is a nice episode to kick off the season and give you all the opportunity to get to know us a little bit better.
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The End of Another Era
Time flies when you're having fun, and season 2 has flown by! Denise and Poppy are here for a final time this season, discussing and dissecting as only they can. Don't miss this final episode before a well deserved summer break!
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Barretender of the Week - Gary Avis
Our final guest of the season has won the National Dance Award for Outstanding Male Performance twice and in 2018 he was made an MBE for his services in Dance and Charity. He is here to share is story and his passion for theatre. It is none other than Senior Repetiteur and Principal Character...
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Gold Doesn't Mean You've Won
This week the competition is on - Denise is going for gold and Paul is happy with a participation medal! Discussing everything about dance competitions - are they healthy? Are they helpful? We'll tell you...well, we will give you our opinion on them!
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Barretender of the Week - James Leece, back for a second round!
Back again for one week only is our first ever guest Barretender James Leece. He comes to us straight off the back of choreographing his first musical. Join us in catching up with a dear friend of the pod - come for the drinks and stay for all the gossip!!
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Aches, Pains and Injuries
Dancing for a living & being physical for a job is going to lead to aches and pains. So here is Doctor Denise and Podiatrist Poppy are here to help and advise! WARNING - Denise & Poppy do not have medical licenses
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Barretender of the Week - Troels Oxholm Thomsen
Everyone on your best behaviour please - Here comes the stage manager!!! We have mixed it all up this week and we are shining the spotlight on someone who is usually hiding backstage. A show is far more than just the people onstage - it is not a competition but the stage manager is probably the...
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Listen Up Kids
Our school days are only so long, and teachers can only throw a certain amount of knowledge at their students. Luckily, all you listeners have Denise and Poppy to teach you and pass on all the advice that you didn't ask for or want! In this school session however, you are all allowed to bring...
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Barretender of the Week - Kathleen Videira
Pouring you all a lovely glass of South African Syrah is my wonderful friend Kathleen. Due to injury she was forced to retire at a very young age, and has gone on to have a great career outside the dance world. We wanted Kath to join us on the pod as we believe her story is very important to…
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It's Just a Job, and That's Ok
Sometimes we just need to talk. Luckily Poppy and Denise have a podcast to do it on! This week's episode shifts into a slightly more serious tone as we discuss some subjects that are not openly spoken about, but we feel are important to share.
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Oops! Whoops! & Sorry!
It happens to the best of us, EVEN to Damien and Paul. Whether it be a costume mishap or a forgotten entrance, it is live theatre and things can and do sometimes go wrong!
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Barretender of the Week - Leanne Cope
Serving you all drinks this week is the beautiful, talented and funny Leanne Cope. From being a dancer with The Royal Ballet to originating the lead role in 'An American in Paris' - as soon as the interview started Leanne prinkled her magic and we were chatting and giggling. We hope you enjoy…
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Dance in the Media
It's time we spoke about models in pointe shoes, and dance movies. We cannot sit here silent anymore, our voices and opinions are being voiced... whether you wanted to hear them of not, and of course who else would we trust to gossip and complain with but our fantastic Damien Lee Stirk
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Questions From You
Damien and Paul are back together, this time answering your questions that you have sent in, answering them in only a way that they can. Maybe they will help you out? Maybe they will entertain you?Maybe they will go off topic and talk about something else! Either way, Denise and Poppy are back...
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Barretender of the Week - Nellie Bethel Rainey
This week we are joined by dancer and choreographer Nellie Bethel Rainey. From dancing with Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna & Beyonce to dancing at The SuperBowl halftime show. Listen as Paul and Nellie chat and discuss the industry, and giggle and laugh as a new friendship ignites.
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Auditions
We catch up with Damien & Paul and are talking about auditions....when they decide to keep on topic we are talking about auditions. What can you expect when you put two best friends together, we’re lucky they kept talking about dance! Either way, Denise and Poppy are talking about the industry…
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Barretender of the Week - Thomas Forster
It's a school reunion behind the Barre this week! We are joined by Principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre - Thomas Forster. This episode is just an excuse for Tom and I to catch up. It has been over 20 years since we chatted, so sit down, grab and drink and take a trip down memory lane…
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Freelancing
Damien Lee Stirk is back and we discuss freelancing. Not all dance jobs are in dance companies and not all jobs are year long contracts. Dance School doesn't always inform us about these other types of work, luckily we have Auntie Denise to teach us!
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Barretender of the Week - Tommy Franzén
Grab your drinks and head out onto the street. This week we are joined by the phenomenal dancer and choreographer Tommy Franzén. From Theatre to TV to movies he has done it all and is joining us this week to talk about everything. A dancer in multiple theatre productions & films, a choreographer...
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Unwritten Rules
As with every industry there are things you learn on the job, there are things that are expected of you that aren't spoken about. This week Damien and Paul discuss 'Unwritten Rules' - things that maybe aren't in your contract or are not taught by teachers, but are expected of you as a dancer.
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Firsts
We're back! Drinks at the Barre is back for a second season and we are so excited. Starting us off with the first episode of the season Damien and Paul are discussing 'Firsts' - first job, first mistake - onstage nothing is of limits!
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Saturday Short - Festive Fun
Damien and Paul James are here spreading Juletid joy in the studio and sharing with you some great shows to see over the Xmas time. This episode may have been recorded after already having a 'Drink at the Barre' so look forward to some festive fun. Merry Christmas from us at Drinks at the Barre.
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Saturday Short - Makeup
Our household makeup artist Damien Lee Stirk is back again and this time is giving you FREE advice on all things makeup. What you should have in your kit and where you should buy it!
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Saturday Short - Warming Up
Damien and Paul are back in the studio to try and change the world.... not really, to try and help young dancers out there with some helpful advice on warming up.
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Breaking down the 4th Wall - Discussing everything in the world of dance and theatre. Together with regular guest host Damien Lee Stirk or esteemed guests, we aim to dust off theatre and chat about everything from training, life on tour, body issues, performance mishaps and much more.
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Paul James Rooney
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Breaking down the 4th Wall - Discussing everything in the world of dance and theatre. Together with regular guest host Damien Lee Stirk or esteemed guests, we aim to dust off theatre and chat about everything from training, life on tour, body issues, performance mishaps and much more.
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