Liz and Chris

The Great Dance Debate

Arts EN ↓ 55 episodes

in this podcast we will explore some of the most subjective topics in the competition dance world. Competition is just the opinion of your judging panel but there are some strong opinions in dance. We will connect with leaders in the dance industry with strong opinions so you can hear their sides and opinions or what is right and what is wrong in competition dance.

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Liz and Chris

Episodes

Tights vs. Bare Legs on Stage 20.02.2023 31:10

We get up close and personal with a 4 person debate panel to discuss whether wearing tights or not wearing tights is better on the competition stage! Join us for this hot debate!

Hiring Outside Choreographers vs. Using Only Inside Choreographers 06.02.2023 35:46

Kim and Carrie, 2 studio owners, debate whether it is more beneficial to hire outside choreographers or to only use in house choreographers for your competition routines.

Technique vs. Tricks on the competition stage 23.01.2023 30:59

We are seeing more and more Acro and dance "tricks" making their way into becoming the "norm" on the competition stage no matter what genre of dance. What do judges like to see more of? Are more tricks better or should competition dance still focus on just the technique?

Master Instructors Under the Age of 25 09.01.2023 22:13

Should Dance Teachers under the age of 25 be labeled as Master Instructors? Do they have the knowledge and skill set to be brought into studios and be called "masters" of their style? Listen in as Ian and Kristen Debate this topic!

Trailer 18.11.2022 3:37

Welcome to the Great Dance Debate! We can’t wait to share these conversations with you about the most subjective Competition Dance Topics! Join us every two weeks as we Debate with some of the most opinionated people in our dance industry!