The DancePreneuring Studio

The poetry that I felt in dance began to percolate in another way, so I could express it through language and still use my body. Session Summary A body built for ballet, broken by it, and rebuilt through language, acting, and yoga. In this conversation, Susan Priver traces her path from the School of American Ballet and classical companies like Cleveland Ballet to a devastating firing at 24 that s...

Art is always speaking about issues because it's about humanity and empathy and visions.  Session Summary Dance holds our everyday stories and wildest questions—and when curated intentionally, an entire city moves differently. Barbara Müller-Wittmann shares how her 2017 "risky experiment" grew into LA's largest independent contemporary dance festival: 17 choreographers, 6 companies, 6 weeks of bou...

Groove and feeling behind the execution are what make it look like breaking instead of just acrobatics. Session Summary From birthday breaking classes to international battles, Canadian breaker and educator Ryan Everett (Bboy Frescy) shares how work ethic, community, and curiosity have shaped his journey in hip hop. He talks about not being “the most talented in the class,” learning to love the gr...

“The journey is not always a straight line; sometimes the pauses and detours are the very things that prepare you to finally breathe into the moment you once only dreamed about.” Session Summary In this session of The DancePreneuring Studio, we travel from a small Pacific island to the bright lights of New York City, tracing a 41-year dream that finally arrives in real time through breath, presenc...

“The body isn’t just an instrument; it’s a living realm of experience that can guide us through grief, loss, and into true self.” - Arianne MacBean Session Summary In this session of The DancePreneuring Studio, we explore how movement, memory, and the wisdom of the body can become portals to authentic selfhood with dance artist, somatic psychotherapist, and author Arianne MacBean. Rooted in a rich...

Don't complain, don't explain. -Benjamin Disraeli How does dance create space for connection, presence, and self-awareness? In this contemplative episode of The DancePreneuring Studio , I reflect on my experience attending Ballet Preljocaj’s Gravity at The Joyce Theater in New York City. Through honest observations shaped by fatigue, distracted thoughts, and moments of boredom, I explore the pract...

"I feel like dance is one of the most universal mediums of communication—you can do two gestures, and everyone, the person right across from you, no matter what language they speak, can empathize, can understand..." Raymond Ejiofor How does dance create space for community, memory, and possibility? In this thoughtful and energizing conversation with Raymond Ejiofor, the new Artistic Director of He...

Growing older is a privilege… I had to ask myself, What is the truth of my own life?” – David Roussève In this resonant conversation, David Rousseve—internationally acclaimed choreographer, performer, and educator—reveals the journey behind his first full-length solo work in over 20 years: Becoming Daddy AF . From his early days as a solo performance artist in the 1980s in New York, through ground...

“ Movement is a language. And if I can open up vulnerability and empathy in both of us, then I can help shift us toward uplifting the historically oppressed.” - Cue Arnold What does it mean to embody activism through art? How can dance not only express but shift the cultural narrative toward justice, healing, and empowerment? This deeply engaging conversation with Quilan “Cue” Arnold—choreographer...

“All that is important is this one moment in movement. Make the moment important, vital, and worth living. Do not let it slip away unnoticed and unused.” — Martha Graham When I think about these two exemplary artists and their impactful companies, I think of the times I’ve experienced their work and how each moment was important. Based in Los Angeles and Europe, but global in their influence, I am...

We don’t see things as they are, we see them as we are. — Anaïs Nin Join me for a journey into perception, memory, and vulnerability as experienced through contemporary dance. In this episode, I reflect on two captivating works: Corina Kinnear and Company's "Forgotten Time " and Jordan Saenz's "The Shadow Poems" . Discover how movement resonates with our inner stories and draws us into the ebb and...

I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning to sail my ship. -Louisa May Alcott I invite you to join me as I step into the enchanting world of the Little Women Ballet immersive experience at Heritage Square Museum in Los Angeles. Surrounded by the rich history of Victorian-era homes and the artistry of live ballet, I found myself reflecting on how the timeless journey of the March sisters mirrors...

Not everything needs to make sense to be meaningful. In this episode of The DancePreneuring Studio, I invite you to step into the beauty of ambiguity with me as we explore the world of ‘In Search of an Exit’ by Steven Atwater and Thomas Ford.  We’ll discover how embracing uncertainty, valuing diverse perspectives, and finding strength in both vulnerability and playfulness can inspire growth in dan...

If you knew you were going to die, how would you dance? -Pina Bausch When Pina Bausch created her groundbreaking piece The Rite of Spring in 1975, she posed this as the main question for her dancers. The piece explores the unwavering ritual that occurs when the season shifts from winter to spring through the sacrifice of a "chosen one." This ground-breaking work, which established Bausch's renowne...

Without community, there is no liberation, only the most vulnerable and temporary armistice between an individual and her oppression. -Audre Lorde Even as performances like "ink" grace the stage for a fleeting moment, their impact resonates far beyond the theater. Each show may come and go, but the lessons they offer—about dance, life, and business—remain timeless and universally applicable. "ink"...

Movement, like creativity, isn't always linear. Sometimes you pause, sometimes you leap, but the music is always there, waiting. I candidly share my journey through an unplanned podcast hiatus. I explore the reasons behind stepping away—including technical challenges, shifting priorities, and self-doubt—and how these experiences mirror the creative process in dance and life. I reflect on the impor...

There is need of brevity, that the thought may run on. -Horace Three Thoughts on the Art of Thriving is my shortest podcast episode to date. As the last few episodes have been longer interviews, which, of course, I thoroughly enjoyed, I thought it would be a nice switch to keep this one super short. A Few Key Takeaways Thought 1: The secret of thriving--there is no secret. We have SO much availabl...

Freestyle Session is coming back to Los Angeles on the weekend of November 11 and 12th and I have the honor of having its founder, Cros One on this episode. I was inspired to hear more about how he’s built his various businesses and being transparent about the work. If you are in the greater Los Angeles area, I highly recommend attending. Spectacular movers, feel-good music, unique vendors, it’s a...

BBoy Wicket has dedicated his life to hip-hop culture and its positive impact on society. With a career spanning over two decades as a competitor, judge, and performer, he has become a role model for aspiring breakers worldwide and is currently a professor at Texas State University in Austin and an advisor for TEAM USA Breakers for the upcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris. He brings his years of experi...

Katy Tate is a true powerhouse in the world of entertainment. I am thrilled to have her on the show, and what makes this interview even more special is that we recorded it just after her recent triumph at the World Choreography Awards. Katy is a multifaceted talent - she wears many hats as a Director, Choreographer, Producer, and Master Teacher. Her impressive resume includes an array of remarkabl...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of choreography and artistic expression. Regina Klenjoski shares her insights on the power of experience, the challenges of crafting a complex narrative, and the beauty of collaboration. Join us as we explore her journey of creation, her structured approach, and the underlying themes that drive her unique work. A Few Key Takeaways The power of experienc...

Featuring emotional anecdotes and thought-provoking insights, this episode with Joey Cooper offers a deep dive into the world of artistic expression. Joey shares how his personal experiences, including the end of a significant relationship, impacted his work as a dancer and artist. Through various projects and collaborations, he continues to explore the different versions of himself and how these...

Welcome to The DancePreneuring Studio. My name is Annett Bone and this is the place that inspires dance, life and business. I get the joy and the privilege of sharing my journey back into the dance world after a 20 year hiatus, the lessons I've learned, the transformation I've experienced and the wonderful creatives I've met along the way who share their stories, their ideas, strategies and tactic...

Champions do not become champions when they win the event, but in the hours, weeks, months and years they spend preparing for it. The victorious performance itself is merely the demonstration of their championship character. - T. Alan Armstrong- My accomplished guest today is no stranger to winning events. At the time of this recording, his most recent win is his 6th World Title from Freestyle Ses...

  "Creativity comes from a conflict of ideas." -Donatella Versace- If you compare two artists as different as Monet and Banksy, it would be no surprise that there would be opposing, conflicting opinions because of their artistic styles. Nonetheless, they are both creative and evoke a variety of emotions from their works.  In this session of The DancePreneuring Studio, I share 7 tips on how to...