Bluebird Uncaged Podcast
Conversations about bringing hope and dignity through dance.
Episodes
28 episodes
Episode 27 // Allison's Story
From breaking her tailbone a week before performing Snow White to the Rock School to Colorado Ballet and Richmond Ballet to now Bluebird! Her story is one perseverance, God’s physical healing, and unexpected destinations.
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Episode 26 // Anna Gardner and Anna's Stories
Anna Gardner Herren and Anna Lindsey are students at the University of Alabama. We met them back in January and they came for our intensive this summer. In this episode, we talk about going to college for a dance degree, setting goals, how to m...
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Ep. 25 // How to Have the Best Summer Intensive Experience Ever
Rebekah Diaddigo shares a few things she's learned to help you get the most out of your summer training program. Got anything to add? Feel free to send us a DM or comment!
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Episode 24 // Regan's Story
From the Radio City Rockettes to the Birmingham Royal Ballet, Regan Hutsell's story is one of perseverance and learning to trust Jesus every step of the way. Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God ...
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Episode 23 // Darvensky's Story
Darvensky Louis is a contemporary dancer, choreographer and teacher based in Atlanta. He's the founder of SequenceOne, a graduate of Kennesaw State University and was recently named one of Dance Magazine's 25 to Watch for 2022. In this episode,...
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Episode 22 // How to Pay for a Summer Intensive
The financial burden of ballet training is definitely something that is not discussed too much. In this episode, I'll give you a few tips to raise the funds to attend your intensive of choice. Remember, ultimately God is your Provider and will ...
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Episode 21 // Louisa's Story
Louisa joined our 2014 Uncaged Adventure to Panama, Central America and has danced with Nashville Ballet 2, BalletMet, and Festival Ballet Providence. We talk about navigating the dance world as a Jesus follower, dealing with injuries, an...
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Episode 20 // Audition Season!
Audition season encouragement!Resource links: Audition tips: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1054114/episodes/7323241 Virtual auditions: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1054114/episodes/7703008Kirsten Kemp Confident Danc...
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Episode 19 // Nutcracker Memories!
Rebekah Diaddigo, Jessica Flores, Cara Celeste, and Nayomi VanBrunt share some of their favorite Nutcracker memories.
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Episode 18 // Jessica F's story
Jessica Guda Flores shares her story about dancing, quitting, dancing again, finding dance in unlikely places, and motherhood.
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Episode 17 // Community
Dance is a communal art -- it's meant to be experienced in the flesh together. Life is the same: This adventure is meant to be lived in community.
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Episode 16 // Olivia's Story
Olivia May is the Founder and Artistic Director of Profectus Dance. Check out their website here! Follow them on social media @profectusdance.
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Episode 15 // Welcome Back!
Chuck Will's Widow music video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1YciT0MAKk
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Episode 14 // A biblical view of mindset coaching with Kirsten Kemp
Today we have Kirsten back on to talk about mindset coaching from a Biblical perspective, how it can be beneficial for dancers, red flags to look for when choosing a mindset coach and how it can lead us closer to Jesus. Find ...
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Episode 13 // Kirsten's Story
You may know her from her YouTube channel, TwinTalksBallet, Kirsten Kemp trained at the Houston Ballet Academy, got her degree from the University of Utah, danced with Oklahoma City Ballet, and is now a mindset coach for dancers. She love...
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Episode 12 // Audition tips pt. 2
Today we're talking about zoom and virtual auditions! Sarah Hillmer, former ballet mistress with a major company and founder of ImmerseATL shares what directors are looking for in video submissions. And we talk a little bit about what to do if ...
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Episode 11 // Audition tips pt. 1
Audition season is upon us! Whether you are looking for a summer intensive or next season's contract, here are a few things I wish I had known for in person auditions.
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Episode 10 // Leslie's Story
Leslie Shivers is a dear friend of mine who danced with Ballet Magnificat for 12 years. We talk about tour life, ballerina math, holding dance with open hands, and using dance to share the gospel. Be encouraged!
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Episode 9 // Jane's Story
Jane Kerley talks about growing up in a Christian studio, how she stumbled upon a professional career, and what it's like to help your spouse understand the dance world.
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Episode 8 // Rebekah's Story
I share my journey so far and how God has used dance to draw me closer to Him.Discussion questions:--What part of Rebekah's story did you relate to the most?--Has there been a time in your life that Jesus became "real" to you?
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Episode 7 // Robyn Goulette and Saving Grace Dance Ensemble
This episode was actually recorded a year ago but being that we just collaborated for a virtual workshop, I thought y'all might want to hear from Robyn. :-)
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Episode 6 // You are loved + Summer Intensive tips
This week Rebekah answers some summer intensive questions we received through instagram and encourages you on your unique journey.
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