PHARTS Podcast

✨ The Physical Magic of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: What Makes This Show So Demanding? ✨ In this PHARTS episode, Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT breaks down the unique physical challenges faced by dancers, singers, and actors in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child — a show that blends movement, emotional depth, illusion work, heavy prop usage, and nonstop pacing in ways unlike any other Broadway prod...

In today’s PHARTS Podcast episode, Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT takes you inside The Great Gatsby musical to explore the physical demands placed on dancers, singers, and actors — and how to stay healthy while performing them. This episode breaks down each performer type individually: 🕺 Dancers — stylized 1920s choreography, quick tempo, partnering, endurance 🎤 Singers — sustained phrases, breath contro...

Welcome back to PHARTS – Performers Happiness in the Arts Podcast with your host, Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT, dance medicine specialist, performer, and your go-to friend for keeping your body performance-ready. In today’s episode, we dive into physical maintenance for the musical Wicked — a show that demands stamina, stability, breath control, and consistent body awareness from dancers, singers, actors...

This week on Performers Happiness in the Arts (PHARTS), Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT — dance medicine specialist and performer — breaks down the unique physical and emotional demands of performing in Dear Evan Hansen. Whether you’re a dancer holding intense stillness, a singer sustaining emotionally charged vocals, or an actor carrying heavy scenes night after night, your body needs targeted preparation...

You’re mid-combo, nailing your choreography, and suddenly—snap! The floor shifts beneath you, pain shoots up your leg, and your rehearsal dreams hit pause. This week on Performers Happiness in the Arts (PHARTS), Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT—dance medicine specialist and performer—dives deep into one of the most common and frustrating injuries for musical theatre artists: the ankle sprain. Whether you’re...

In this episode of Performers Happiness in the Arts (PHARTS), host Dr. Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT, performer and dance medicine specialist, takes you behind the curtain of one of the most common — and emotionally challenging — injuries in the performing arts: the ankle fracture. From the heartbreaking “crack” mid-performance to the long road back to dancing, singing, and acting at full strength, Jenna...

In this episode of the PHARTs Podcast, we explore the vital role physical therapy plays in enhancing the health, longevity, and performance capacity of artists across disciplines. Physical therapy isn’t just about recovering from injuries—it’s a proactive strategy that supports performers in optimizing movement, preventing injuries, improving resilience, and sustaining long, thriving careers in da...

Pilates is no longer just a cross-training option—it’s a performance-changing tool. In this episode of the Performers Happiness in the Arts (PHARTs) Podcast, we explore how Pilates is transforming the way performers train, rehabilitate, and sustain their careers. From improved core integration and alignment to injury prevention, breath control, and longevity on stage, Pilates has become a foundati...

AC joint injuries can quietly sabotage your performance, from dancers lifting arms overhead, actors performing stage combat, to singers holding props or standing for extended periods. In this episode of Performers Happiness in the Arts (PHARTS), Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT, dance medicine specialist and performer, explains how to identify, treat, and prevent AC joint injuries. Topics covered include: Pr...

Achilles tendinopathy is the performer’s silent antagonist—creeping up mid-leap, in chase scenes, or just while standing in character shoes. In this episode of Performers Happiness in the Arts (PHARTS), Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT, dance medicine specialist and performer, walks dancers, singers, actors, and musicians through understanding, treating, and preventing Achilles tendon pain. You’ll learn: Why...

Episode Title: Act I: The Ache That Steals the Spotlight Low back pain can silence your artistry—but it doesn’t have to steal your spotlight. In this episode of Performers Happiness in the Arts (PHARTS), Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT—dance medicine specialist, performer, and founder of Jenna Kantor Physical Therapy (JKPT)—dives into the world of low back pain for dancers, singers, and actors. You’ll hear...

How can performing arts medicine better support trans and gender-diverse performers? In this episode of The Performers Happiness in the Arts Podcast (Pharts Podcast), host Jenna Kantor — performer and physical therapist — explores what true trans-inclusive care looks like in physical therapy and the performing arts world. Jenna discusses how healthcare providers can affirm identity from the first...

Getting injured mid-show is scary — especially when your production doesn’t cover medical care. In this episode, Jenna Kantor, performer and physical therapist, shares practical tips and insider tricks for finding affordable, accessible healthcare and physical therapy as a performer without insurance coverage. You’ll learn how to: -Use Direct Access to see a physical therapist right away -Find cas...

In this episode of The Performers Happiness in the Arts Podcast (Pharts Podcast), host Jenna Kantor — performer and physical therapist — explores how burnout shows up in your body and why ignoring fatigue can increase your risk for injury. You’ll learn: - How chronic stress disrupts recovery and performance - Why burnout isn’t a mindset issue — it’s a body issue too - Simple, actionable ways to re...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...

🎭 Performer’s Happiness in the Arts Podcast (PHARTS) 🎭 Hosted by Dr. Jenna Kantor, PHARTS is dedicated to uplifting musical theatre performers as they navigate the ups and downs of a long stage career. 🎤✨ With candid conversations, humor, and heartfelt advice, this podcast tackles the real struggles performers face: ❌ Rejections at auditions 💼 Soul-sucking survivor jobs 💭 Anxiety about the...