The Dance Floor with Anna Harsh

Dance Therapy - Season 12 Angelina shares what it is and ways to heal from dance and movement. Listen in to this fascinating conversation. Host: Anna Harsh , Dancer, Author, Podcaster & Director of Allegro Dance Company. Guest: Angelina DeVengencie  is a Dance Therapist based in Pittsburgh, PA. She practices in Pittsburgh, PA and has the professional credentials of BC-DMT.She holds a B.A degre...

Sustainable High Performance Host: Anna Harsh, M.A, B.A(dance), E-RYT200, Pilates Certified. Dancer, Author, Director of Allegro Dance Co., Podcaster and Documentary producer. Guest: David Koch is a Performance Consultant (PGDip Performance Psychology) specializing in the connection between high performance & mental well-being and help performers in the arts to navigate the mental demands of h...

Season 12 is coming in Jan 2026! Host: Anna Harsh This season is all about somatic dance , dance therapy ,and the transformational power of movement. We’re exploring how dance helps us release stress, reconnect with our bodies, heal emotionally, and rediscover joy — one step, one breath, one rhythm at a time. You’ll hear stories… 💫 From dancers finding their voice throughmovement. ✨ Dance Therap...

The Lessons that changed me this year. Host: Anna Harsh We made it to the end of the year. How was this year for you? Did you reach any new goals? I am offering 10 life lessons I learned this year that can help you ease into the new year. Listen in and take notes. www. AnnaHarsh.com Like Share and subscribe - you don't want to miss what's next! #LifeLessons #NewYear #LettingGo #danceAdvice

Pop-up Event! Learn 5 Tarantella Moves with Me! Host: Anna Harsh Get details about a FREE event on Dec 16 at 7pm est via zoom. Learn the 5 tips before you attend the workshop to feel confident. Register now at www. AnnaHarsh.com

10 Excuses we tell ourselves about dance. Hosted by: Anna Harsh Think you can’t dance? Think again—this episode will crush your excuses and get you moving, and feeling unstoppable! Listen in to gain advice and ways to crush these lies and enjoy dance because you deserve to. No more excuses sign up for dance classes and enjoy life! Follow Anna Harsh www. AnnaHarsh.com #DanceExcuses #ICANTDANCE #Wom...

Gratitude in Dance Host: Anna Harsh In this special Thanksgiving episode, learn how to cultivate gratitude in your performance practice — and unwind with a free guided meditation designed to boost your creative soul. Learn 5 ways to practice gratitude with dance. Plus a free guided meditation to practice gratitude at the end. Website: www. AnnaHarsh.com #GratitudeInDance #ThanksgivingMeditation #A...

Holiday Gift Guide Host: Anna Harsh This episode is extra special becausewhether you’re celebrating the holidays, your birthday, or just the gift of dance itself, these ideas make wonderful presents to treat any dancer in your life — or to treat yourself. Today I’m sharing myTop 10 Holiday (and Birthday!) Gifts Every Dancer Will Love. And if you want to see all the links and details, you can find...

Five Ways to Build Community through Dance. Host: Anna Harsh, M.A, B.A I taught a recent workshop at a university and as we’re wrapping up, a student lingers behind and said something to me that gave me chills. Listen in to this profound realization I had. Listen in to hear 5 ways to build community through dance. What if our gifts are not just talents, but assignments? Learn more: www. AllegroDan...

Tarantella Time The Dance Floor Podcast with host Anna Harsh Guest: Connor Marks Connor Marks is a Chicago-born, Italian American, mandolinist and multi-instrumentalist who explores the folk and dance traditions of Southern Italy through his project, Tarantella Time . Drawing on the distinctive sound and history of the Neapolitan mandolin, he performs a mix of fiery regional folk tunes and valzers...

Pouring from an Empty Cup: The Silent Struggle of Dance Directors The Dance Floor Podcast ,I’m your host Anna Harsh —and today’s episode is a solo one. It’s just you and me. And we’re going to talk about something a lot of dance directors or studio owners feel… but rarely say out loud. It’s that moment when you realize: “I’m doing too much… and it’s costing me.” Whether you lead a company, run a s...

From Folk to Footwork : The Danceable Journey of a Mandolin with guest Andrew Berger- Gross Host: Anna Harsh What makes a mandolin tune irresistible to dancers? Andrew Berger-Gross joins Anna Harsh to share how his musical journey—from Appalachian string bands to the soulful sounds of Italian mandolin—has been shaped by rhythm, culture, and the energy of the dance floor. Whether you're a music...

Stand out to get more gigs . Host: Anna Harsh Hey dancers, dreamers, and doers — welcome back to The Dance Floor Podcast !I’m your host, Anna Harsh, Artistic Director of Allegro DanceCompany. I’ve got a very special announcement about one ofour upcoming performances that you won’t want to miss — plus, I’m sharing five powerful ways for dancers looking to book more gigs and build trust with their d...

When Talent Isn't Enough - top 10 dance tips and advice. Host Anna Harsh, Dancer, Author, Podcaster, Director Whether you're performing on grand stages or rehearsing in churchbasements, one truth remains: being a great dancer takes more than just talent. Technique will earn you applause, but character will earn you trust. And in a dance company, trust is everything. Tune in to hear the top...

The Dance Floor Podcast with Anna Harsh The Art of the Passeggiata Host: Anna Harsh This episode unpacks the passaggiata —a slow evening walktaken with loved ones, often through a village square or along a quiet road. It’s not about fitness or steps, but presence,connection, and reflection. In the U.S., many families scatter after dinner—this episode encourages reclaiming that time, even if it’sju...

Northern Italy Dances Host: Anna Harsh M.A, B.A degree in Dance. Over 32 years of teaching & performing dance while also researching in Italy. "Southern Italy has Tarantellas, but what’s dancing like upnorth?" EpisodeSummary : This episode shifts focus to the northern regionsof Italy, where folk dances include waltzes, mazurkas, and elegant circle dances that reflect European influen...

The Tarantella is over 2000 years old! Host: Anna Harsh Ciao Dancers… and welcome back to Step into Italy: The Dance Diaries . This episode is one of my favorites. Not because the dance is flashy. Not because it’s fast. But because it’sancient and Sacred. And when you hear what I’m about to share,I think you’ll understand why the Tarantella is so much more than a dance—it’s a time machine. This is...

Dancing on Tour THE DANCE FLOOR PODCAST Host: Anna Harsh Allegro Dance Company is back on tour for 2025! Performances for summer festivals in WV, OH, PA, NY & NC Italian Dance Workshops And Book Signing events! Listen to this episode for the full schedule and so much more! Visit www. AllegroDanceCompany.net for details www. AnnaHarsh.com Like, Follow & Subscribe Leave 5 stars! #THEDANCEFLO...

Dance Beyond Borders Host: Anna Harsh Guest: Anabella Lenzu Originally from Argentina, Anabella Lenzu is a dancer, choreographer, scholar & educator with 35 years of experience working in Argentina, Chile, Italy, and the USA.  Lenzu directs her own company, Anabella Lenzu/DanceDrama, which since 2006 has presented 400 performances, created 15 choreographic works and performed at 100 venues, pr...

The Tarantella can't be danced alone. Host: Anna Harsh MA degree Communication, BA degree in Dance, Certified in Yoga & Pilates 32 Years of research in Italy & Teaching This episode explores the social nature of the Tarantella. The Tarantella, in many of its forms, requires a partner—not for choreography, but for connection, rhythm, and a conversation between dancers. It's about th...

From Folk Dance to Film Host: Anna Harsh Guest: Beau Bowden Beau is an actor, singer, dancer and Allegro Dance Company Alumni that was born and raised in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre (Acting) from West Virginia University. Follow Beau: https://www.instagram.com/beaugbowden/ Anna Harsh www. AllegroDanceCompany.net

Commercial Dance Hosted by: Anna Harsh Guest: Nicole Rae Jones In this episode, we’re moving into the fast-paced, high-pressure world of commercial dance —where performance meets precision. Nicole is teaching this style so listen in for tips and advice. Nicole Bio: A graduate of Point Park University, she has performed in several national tours, including “An American in Paris”, “Legally Blonde”,...

What if I told you the Tarantella isn’t just onedance—but an entire genre? Hosted by Anna Harsh Benvenuti a tutti! Welcome back to Step into Italy: The Dance Diaries . I’m so glad you’re here. Today, I want to share a little history about the Tarantella… It’s not just one dance. It’s a whole genre of them with differentsongs, steps and stories. I know. You probably grew up thinking of the Tarantel...

The Tarantella is NOT a wedding dance. Hosted by: Anna Harsh Ciao, dancers, Welcome to Step into Italy: The Dance Diaries ,where every step tells a story, and every rhythm carries theheartbeat of a culture. Today, I want to unravel a dance you think you know—theTarantella. Learn the origin story. THE ITALIAN DANCE CHALLENGE - FREE EVENT ONLINE JOIN US NOW https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/G...

Finding a Talent Agent Guest: Albert Bramante Host: Anna Harsh From the film festival circuit to founding one of the industry'sfreshest agencies—My next guest Albert Bramante shares his journey from casting to launching his ownagency. Discover what it really takes to find(and keep) the right talent agent in today’s ever-changingentertainment landscape. Here are three reputable websites where actor...