(Art)versations - Hosted by Bri Clarke

Bri was a guest on The Cup Duet Reviews for the North American premiere of “Wing Chun Dance Drama”, directed & choreographed by Han Zhen and Zhou Liya. This episode was made possible by Cup of Hemlock Theatre and Edery & Lord Communications. Thank you Jill, Mackenzie and Ryan for having me on! Wing Chun Dance Drama is playing at Meridian Hall until January 4, 2026. Tickets can be purchased...

SOLAR FUSION is a choreographic dance showcase, premiering August 17th at the Isabel Bader Theatre in Toronto. This showcase was created by artists Taylor Collis & Tyler Hutchings, with the premise of providing a formal platform for choreographers to share their work.  We talk about the impetus behind their upcoming showcase, why Taylor is feeling ready to share her newest piece, the continuat...

Taylor is a multi-faceted movement coordinator and facilitator, based out of Mississauga. We talk about working in non-traditional rehearsal spaces, why her experience with Frog in Hand has been special, how she learned to let go of doubt, returning to her career after childbirth, the process behind the mixed bill “SUMMER DANCES”. Connect with Taylor on Instagram: @taylorboj Tickets for “SUMMER DA...

Micha is a dance artist and designer from Toronto who embraces different practices and ways of learning wherever he may find himself. We talk about remounting “The Fall” on the Summer Company after six years, how his flying dream was weaved into the original piece, why he incorporates acting techniques when physically storytelling, transforming the body to create the weirdness, and what time away...

Jada is a multimedia creator, film enthusiast, and creative professional, currently enhancing her expertise in all aspects of production and marketing.  We talk about embracing the off-grid conditions of The Art Shelter, how she builds a story from the costumes, crafting the marketing plan for Frog in Hand’s summer season, her work as a youth advocate, and why she intersects her photography practi...

Host and producer Bri Clarke checks in to express gratitude in this bonus episode. Thank you for tuning in! (Art)versations. A meditative conversation about the artistic process. A tool that ignites transformative ideas. Hosted and produced by Bri Clarke Branding and creative consulting by Jan Marquez Contact Instagram YouTube Other podcast platforms Read the (Art)versation

Jan is an art director and creative consultant, currently based in Toronto. We talk about how branding is actually about problem solving, being a jack-of-all-trades, the essential questions a creator should answer, and how he eradicates boredom by inspiring himself. Connect with Jan: jm@janmarquez.ca References to check out: "Jiro Dreams of Sushi" Genius Joey Diaz

Meaningful Movement is an arts organization, founded by Abbey Richens and Zuri Skeete, dedicated to nurturing community and opportunities for artists of all mediums. We talk about how they united as a collective during the pandemic, what they currently find meaningful, facilitating events like “Gathering” and “@profile”, and providing third spaces for artists of all kinds. Connect with Meaningful...

John is a Palestinian-Canadian composer, pianist and electronic musician based between Toronto and Berlin, who creates what he calls "Baroque-Middle-Eastern-Cyberpunk". We talk about the process behind his commission for the National Arts Centre orchestra, why he feels more free in his visual arts practice, how he uses his concerts to address what is happening in Palestine, the various c...

Jeyolyn is a Tamil-Canadian multidisciplinary artist who explores the intersection of photography and storytelling. We talk about combining photography and writing, facilitating workshops in Amsterdam for BIPOC artists, being in-residence with FACES Collective TO, the longevity of her art, and writing her book “I Crossed the Ocean” to enact social change. Connect with Jeyolyn: Instagram: @jeyolyn...

(Art)versations is back in conversation with Frog in Hand! The Art Shelter is a new home for Mississauga-based dance theatre company Frog In Hand. In this roundtable episode, we join Artistic Director Colleen Snell, The Fifth Dance co-founder Sarahí Cárdenas, and artists involved in Directions for Dance: Candace Kumar, Clarke Blair, and Abby Silvera. We share findings from our week of classes, how...

The cast and choreographer of Unfurl enter a roundtable conversation with Bri to dig deeper into the artistic process and themes of the show. The new work will be premiering at the upcoming Toronto Fringe Festival show. Performances run July 5th, 8th, 9th, 11th, 12th, 14th, and 16th at the Alumnae Theatre. Buy tickets to Unfurl- linktr.ee/unfurl2023 Connect with Alli- linktr.ee/allicarry Connect w...

Dedra is a new-generation Black artist-researcher, emerging curator, and movement dramaturg based in Tkaronto. We talk about the practice of dramaturgy, why she was drawn to it, the people who inspire her to continue, and how to invite skepticism when an artist’s confidence aims too high. This collaboration between Dedra and Bri was made possible by Jaberi Dance Theatre, through their 2023 Mentors...

Calling all artists 25 & under! The Performing Arts Project (TPAP) is a nonprofit organization formed by a group of respected educators and entertainment industry professionals to help prepare the next generation of performers. TPAP Artistic Director Jonathan Bernstein Zooms in to reveal the mission behind TPAP, the programs and opportunities offered, and discuss how trusting our community can...

Alvin is a Berlin-based dance artist, drag performer, and teacher, with certifications in Gaga and Jungian Life Coaching. We talk about how 3 years of “Dose of Pleasure” sessions came to be, why their drag is a love letter to those who came before, permitting radical self-acceptance into his work, how their queer artistry spills into his growth as a performer, and their advice for dancers who drea...

Oversize Load is a queer-led community art project serving artists and art lovers, situated in Tkaronto. In this round table episode, Arin, Morgyn and Kaelin talk about the mission behind "Blank Space", discuss technique’s role in class, why they aim to continuously expand their outreach, and they reveal the facilitators for upcoming sessions. Join Bri on Feb 28th: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/blan...

Kevin is a LA-bound dancer, choreographer and movement teacher. We talk about his connection to musicality and percussion, why he is embracing a mix of film and concert work, how working with Anne Plamondon challenged his process, making the hypothetical jump to work in the US, and his upcoming commission at Cawthra Park Secondary School. Stay connected with Kevin: https://linktr.ee/kmlau Follow h...

BONUS: Take a trip down memory lane with host Bri to hear from artists about their 2022 creative endeavours. (Art)versations is a meditative conversation about the artistic process. Guest artists featured: Zachary Bastille @zacharybastille Audrianna Martin Del Campo @audriannamartindelcampo Luke Kimball @lukekimballacting Tavia Christina @nearfarprojects Charlene Dinger @charlenedinger Katie Adams...

Chantelle is a New York City-based performer, choreographer, and teaching artist. We talk about the divine timing of her newest project, her work as Programs Director of Share the Movement, choreographing “tethered to your palms” for ProArte Danza, acting as Artistic Associate with TOES FOR DANCE, and why she is prioritizing joy. Follow Chantelle on Instagram: @chantelle_good Donate to Share the M...

Jillian is a Toronto-based actor, singer, and the associate producer for Cup of Hemlock Theatre. We talk about self-care as an essential part of working in an ensemble, how dramaturgy initiates her process as an actor, keeping Cup of Hemlock Theatre alive, and covering the role of Buttons for TYT Theatre’s “Cinderella Panto”. Follow Jillian on Instagram: @jillian.robinson96 Get tickets to “Cindere...

Sarahí is a dance educator, graphic designer, and the founder of The Fifth Dance. We talk about her early training in Monterrey, dealing with intense pressures from a company director, fostering a community for creation at The Fifth, how she advocates for healthier movement practices, and where classical ballet stands now.  Follow Sarahí on Instagram: @sarahicardenas  Sign up for Bri’s H...

Frances is a New York-based artist, a dance educator, and a soloist of the world-renowned Limón Dance Company . We talk about her journey to becoming an immigrant artist in the US, why teaching internationally gave her purpose during the pandemic, the communal and collaborative energy of the Límon Company rehearsal room, her focus on communication when teaching, and working as the director of CCDT...

Ace is a director, 1st assistant director, and producer, currently based in Toronto. We talk about how she defines her power as a female filmmaker, the expanding process of her short film “Breath”, why she put in hours of research to carefully create “Pretty Drawings”, leading a safe space while on set, and how the 1st assistant director keeps the project running smoothly. Follow Ace on Instagram:...

Katie is a dance artist, currently based in Toronto and Montreal. We talk about her experience as a member of Frog in Hand’s summer company, the cast’s favourite moment from “War of the Worlds Reimagined”, how Clown training allowed her to be vulnerable, her SummerWorks Lab double bill with Frédérique Perron, and stepping away from pre-determined dance rules while in creation. Follow Katie on Inst...

Charlene is a multi-faceted movement facilitator and the host/creator of “Compassionate Creative Podcast”. We talk about the external systems that hold artists back, her yoga practice, how she implements inclusivity and accessibility as an instructor of spaces, teaching through an anti-oppression lens, and the changes in this past year’s dance season. Check out Charlene’s many offerings: www.charl...