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As parents, you play a crucial role in supporting your dancer's ballet path and we know navigating the world of ballet training can be challenging. The Ballet Help Desk podcast is here to help! Tune in for expert insights on supporting your student's ballet education. We cover key topics like summer intensives, ballet competitions, full-time and postgraduate training, health and wellness, boys in ... more

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In Part 2 of our conversation with Troy Schumacher, Sara Mearns and Annie Sundberg, we pick up as opening night of The Nutcracker at Wethersfield draws near. From a massive snowstorm that nearly shut everything down to the emotions that swept over th... more

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What would you do if, for the first time in forever, Nutcracker got canceled? This is what hundreds of thousands of ballet fans and thousands of dancers were faced with in the Winter of 2020. Covid had shut down the world and it was particularly bad ... more

There's no such thing as a perfect path in ballet, and few people know that better than Francis Veyette, Co-Founder of the Veyette Virtual Ballet School. In part 2 of this episode of #NoThirds, Fran continues to discuss the ups and downs of a dance c... more

Avant Chamber Ballet is redefining what a regional ballet company can be – performing with live musicians, championing diversity and dancer wellness, and connecting with audiences far beyond traditional theaters. In this episode, Artistic Director Ka... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Puder
Founder and artistic director of Avant Chamber Ballet
Avant Chamber Ballet
Episode: Rewriting the Ballet Rulebook: Avant Chamber Ballet
Madelaine Boyce
Director of training at Avant Chamber Ballet, and a founding member.
Avant Chamber Ballet
Episode: Rewriting the Ballet Rulebook: Avant Chamber Ballet
Oğulcan Borova
Head of the studio company and training program at Grainger Academy
Grainger Academy, Joffrey Ballet
Episode: Oğulcan Borova: Training At Joffrey's Grainger Academy
Eva Stone
A dance maker with over 30 years of experience, currently a faculty member at the Pacific Northwest Ballet School and instructor in choreography.
Pacific Northwest Ballet
Episode: PNB's Eva Stone on Shaping the Next Generation of Female Choreographers
Daria Breslin
Apprentice with City Ballet of San Diego, Maryland native, and former trainee with Nashville Ballet and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.
City Ballet of San Diego
Episode: Dancer Stories: Daria Breslin on Resilience and the Realities of Ballet
Toni Pimble
Artistic director and resident choreographer of Eugene Ballet
Eugene Ballet
Episode: Eugene Ballet: From Local Roots to Lasting Impact
Jennifer Martin
Incoming artistic director of Eugene Ballet and former principal dancer
Eugene Ballet
Episode: Eugene Ballet: From Local Roots to Lasting Impact
Sara Lombardi
Artistic director of Eugene Ballet Youth and former administrative director
Eugene Ballet
Episode: Eugene Ballet: From Local Roots to Lasting Impact
Deanna Seay
Ballet mistress, teacher, and former principal dancer with Miami City Ballet.
School of Richmond Ballet
Episode: School of Richmond Ballet: Auditions, Training & Careers with Deanna Seay

Hosts

Jenny
Co-founder of Ballet Help Desk and co-host, providing insights into ballet education and community support.
Brett
Co-founder of Ballet Help Desk and co-host, focusing on supporting families in the ballet community.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • Hello

    I am Florence and I’m a teenage dancer and I would just like to say thank you to my parents for being the best dance parents Andi hope to insue a dance career and do competition dancer

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    5
    ★❤︎︎theater kid florence❤︎︎★
    United States2 months ago
  • So grateful I found this podcast!!!

    As a newbie ballet mom I’m so grateful I found this podcast! This is our third year of ballet and as my dancer gets older I feel like I have more questions about how to help them progress as a dancer and questions about competitions. Glad I found this podcast to answer some of these questions!

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    5
    madrepajaro
    United States4 months ago
  • Lifting the veil

    This is the podcast that every week, I eagerly listen to and make sure not to miss. As a parent of a teenager hoping to have a professional dance career, I wish this podcast existed years ago. Having a family with a STEM background, we knew little of the arts and how to prepare for a future in dance. Jenny and Brett’s podcasts have been illuminating. I appreciate that they don’t hold back asking their guests the hard questions about the ballet community that many are too afraid to ask. The ... more

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    5
    Tachydoc
    United States5 months ago
  • So Grateful

    This has become a favorite on our ride to dance and competitions. The insight into world of ballet has been both enlightening and comforting. I say enlightening because it has demystified some of the concerns and impressions we had of the dance world. Comforting because this ballet world isn’t as scary as the Hollywood dramas have let us to believe.

    I really appreciate all the work that is put into each episode and how honest the interviews are.

    I even find myself going back to episodes a sec... more

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    5
    Amy R- mom of dancer
    United States8 months ago
  • PBT episode

    My son will be starting at PBT this Summer as a grad program student, and this episode was super informative and helped me mentally prepare for what his life is going to be like for the next couple of years. It was great hearing how involved Raymond is with the students and how the students are supported. I am excited about this next step in his journey. Thank you Ballet Help Desk!

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    5
    HellaGrace
    United States8 months ago

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Rewriting the Ballet Rulebook: Avant Chamber Ballet
Q: How do you help dancers plan for their careers, especially if they don't get into the main company?
We have individual meetings to discuss their goals, help them with audition preparations, and keep them on track in their careers.
Rewriting the Ballet Rulebook: Avant Chamber Ballet
Q: How do you reach out to the community to draw more people in and have them realize that ballet can be for everyone?
We ensure that from age four, everyone feels included in ballet classes and work hard to remove barriers to entry.
#NoThirds with Fran Veyette - The Myth of the Perfect Ballet Path (Part 2)
Q: Are you better off being at the bottom of a top post-grad program or the top of a less well-known post-grad program?
It depends on the individual dancer's personality, goals, and how they perform better, whether in a competitive environment or smaller, more supportive settings.
#NoThirds with Fran Veyette - The Myth of the Perfect Ballet Path (Part 2)
Q: What do you tell students who feel like it's a failure?
Students should recognize that feeling unprepared when joining a company is common and not a sign of inadequate training, but rather a part of the learning process.
Oğulcan Borova: Training At Joffrey's Grainger Academy
Q: What is your approach to career support for your students?
He emphasizes a lot of one-on-one support, helping students with audition materials and leveraging connections with company directors.

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Aimed at parents supporting their children's ballet education, this podcast addresses the complexities involved in navigating ballet training. It covers crucial topics like summer intensives, competitions, and the unique challenges young dancers face in pursuing their artistic and professional goals. By featuring expert insights from prominent figures in the ballet community, the series demystifies aspects of ballet training and provides actionable advice for families. The emphasis on health, wellness, and inclusivity, particularly concerning male dancers, showcases a commitment to fostering a supportive environment in the ballet world.

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1. Katie Puder
2. Madelaine Boyce
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5. Daria Breslin
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