Neus Gil Cortes

Lead & Create

Arts EN ↓ 27 episodes

Lead & Create is a podcast for choreographers who are figuring it out as they go — leading projects, navigating uncertainty, and trying to stay creatively and emotionally afloat in freelance life. Hosted by Neus Gil Cortes — choreographer, dramaturg, and leadership coach — this series explores the real challenges of making work with others: fear, power, value, conflict, burnout, boundaries, and the invisible labour of leading. Some episodes are solo reflections, some are honest conversations with artists and thinkers. All of them ask: how can we lead with more care, more clarity, and less self...

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Neus Gil Cortes

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#2- How to maximise the time in the studio 19.06.2024 18:05

In today’s episode, we delve into the importance of creating safe and calm spaces in the studio. We'll explore why such environments are crucial not just ethically, but also for encouraging risk-taking and creativity. We’ll discuss the often overlooked value of calmness in leadership, sharing practical tips for choreographers to stay grounded, organized, and efficient. From strategic communication...

#1- Dear Choreographer: Own Your Leadership 13.06.2024 23:53

In the first episode of the 'Lead and Create' podcast, Neus Gil Cortes, an experienced dancer and choreographer, discusses the importance of recognising and embracing leadership roles within the dance industry. Neus shares insights from her 34-year career and emphasises the need for clarity in roles and responsibilities to foster productive and collaborative environments. She addresses common hesi...