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We’re diving deep into the transformative world of performing arts education. Twice a month, we chat with industry experts — from seasoned educators to acclaimed artists — who are passionate about nurturing responsible young leaders through the power of performing arts training.
Twice a month we share a ‘What’s Happening At EMC’ segment so that you can hear all the amazingness going on as well as stay in the loop..
Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or aspiring artist, you’ll discover actionable insights and inspiring stories that highlight how the arts can shape character, boost confidence, and cultivate leadership skills.
Together, we’ll explore innovative techniques, share valuable resources, and celebrate the incredible impact of the arts in developing the leaders of tomorrow.
Get ready to shine a light on the incredible journey of raising leaders in the performing arts!
Episodes
Aug 5, 2025
Aug 5, 2025
1hr 17 min
Listen in as 5 Dance Studio Owners chat about the emotional rollercoaster that is studio ownership. We update our DSO Connect listeners with the latest in our lives, and also give performing arts parents a peek behind the curtain.
What's Happening At EMC Notes:
Our What's Happening at EMC segment finishes at 32:29 and the episode will begin then.
We talk about Rollover Registration (what it is & how it works), Specialty Classes, our new Dress Code Shop, joining EMC as a new student this coming season, bringing back Freeform Friday, and the vibe in both our SYB and Musical Experience program.
Let’s Connect on Socials:
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook
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In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Instagram
Jul 22, 2025
Jul 22, 2025
22 min
Join us this week for our What's Happening at EMC segment where Robin and Santina pull back the curtain on the incredible teaching team that makes it all happen.
Let’s Connect on Socials:
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook
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In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Instagram
Jul 10, 2025
Jul 10, 2025
1hr 5 min
Listen in as Tanya and Robin discuss the differences between the life of a company dancer vs. that of a freelance artist, healthy ways for dancers to interact with food, developing resilience in your performing arts journey and so much more.
What's Happening At EMC Notes:
Our What's Happening at EMC segment finishes at 16:08 and the episode with Robin and Tanya will begin then.
We talk about the baseline programs at EMC and what to add if you want MORE!
About Tanya:
Originally from Michigan, Tanya holds a B.A. from Mercyhurst University in Erie, PA. She danced with
several professional companies across the country before settling in New York City to work as a
freelance artist where she has performed principal roles in Swan Lake, Beauty & the Beast, Cinderella,
Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid, and many more classical ballets & original contemporary works.
Tanya has experience as the Creative Director and Co-Founder/Producer of a touring company that performed in Denver & Vail, Colorado, and premiered its first full-length performance in NYC in June of 2024.
She is also the founder and creator of the patented Bulletproof Ballerina cross-training system. Through fitness, nutrition, & lifestyle coaching, she works with dancers to help them reach their true potential as artists. She loves traveling to teach master classes and was an Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University – Peabody Institute for a body conditioning course for the BFA Dance program.
More information at http://BulletproofBallerina.com .
Let’s Connect on Socials:
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook
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In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Instagram
Jun 17, 2025
Jun 17, 2025
36 min
Join us this week for our What's Happening at EMC segment where we chat:
- How the Spring Concert went
- Takeaways from the Spring Concert
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Celebrations and achievements from the Spring Concert
Let’s Connect on Socials:
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook
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In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
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Jun 10, 2025
Jun 10, 2025
16 min
Join us this week for our What's Happening at EMC segment where we chat:
- Rising Leaders Training And How it Connects to EMC
- Mini Intensive; Who Should Be Participating And Why
- Disney Primer Teaser
Let’s Connect on Socials:
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook
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In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Instagram
May 27, 2025
May 27, 2025
56 min
In this episode, Robin and Lisa talk about the cooperative relationship that should exist between studio owners, teachers and performers, in order to help get the best results for the student. We also discuss the importance of a cohesive curriculum in studio programs, and how to know when the time is right to go “all in” on a particular activity to the exclusion of others.
What's Happening At EMC Notes:
Our What's Happening at EMC segment finishes at 11:50 and the episode with Robin and Lisa will begin then.
We talk about summer study and why it’s in your performers best interest to keep training year round!
About Lisa:
After spending her childhood training in her hometown of Toledo Ohio, Lisa continued her studies at Eastern Michigan University (ballet focus) and The Ohio State University (modern performance and choreography).
As a touring instructor and a freelance choreographer for over a decade, she has worked with dancers in over 30 cities across the United States. She has performed with Windfall Dance Company and New Vision Dance Company, and occasionally serves as a dance competition judge and adjudicator. Lisa is the founder and Director of Diversion Dance Collective in Columbus, Ohio and has several former students performing in professional settings and pursuing dance beyond high school.
Injury prevention for dancers has become a main focus in Lisa's teaching. She is a Balanced Body certified Pilates instructor, and is in constant pursuit of knowledge in the fields of anatomy and kinesiology. Her main focus is to teach proper movement techniques and activate the correct muscles--all of which will help prevent injuries in her students and promote longevity in their dance careers. Lisa is also a certified Progressing Ballet Technique Instructor.
Lisa Keller, Artistic Director
Diversion Dance Collective
651 Lakeview Plaza Blvd Suite D
Worthington, OH 43085
614-407-4670
DiversionDanceCollective@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/Diversiondance/
Let’s Connect on Socials:
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook
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In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Instagram
May 13, 2025
May 13, 2025
14 min
Join us this week for our What's Happening at EMC segment where we chat:
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What to Expect During Our Spring Concert Production Rehearsals
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The Spring Fling
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Open Mic Night
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Theater Arts In-Studio Performance
Let’s Connect on Socials:
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Instagram
In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Instagram
Apr 29, 2025
Apr 29, 2025
1hr 7 min
Listen in as Robin and Caroline chat about her journey in the performing arts, which may be of particular interest to parents and students of Musical Theater. Caroline talks about dance as a healing modality, the current landscape of the arts world, and how she has successfully created and implemented a Musical Theater program in studios from Colorado to North Carolina.
About Caroline:
Caroline Younger-Liadakis is an actress, choreographer and teaching artist. She has also written three plays that were produced in NYC and is currently working on a new piece of fiction.
She founded WABI theatre and dance in Denver, CO in 2015 which is a dance and musical theatre program specifically curated for singer/actors ages 12-18, that need formal dance training to strengthen their third skill set for Musical Theatre. Included in the WABI curriculum is also a College Prep program and workshops in NYC. Caroline successfully mentored students in achieving BFA, MT acceptances at many of the top colleges in the country.
As a performer she has been cast on Broadway, toured nationally and internationally, done several TV commercials and is represented by Productions Plus for Voice Overs.
As a teacher she has taught at Wagner College, Marymount College and many studios throughout New York, New Jersey and up and down the east Coast. The WABI theatre and dance program ran in Denver for ten years and also did a three month intensive in Brevard, North Carolina. In 2019 she won the Colorado Bobby G award for Outstanding Choreography for her work on Thoroughly Modern Millie in Denver.
Caroline believes in the power of movement and self expression as a healing modality. Her classes are upbeat, fun and non competitive while also instilling discipline and a reverence for the arts.
C.B. Younger-Liadakis
Teaching Artist, Choreographer
Director, WABI Performing Arts Conservatory, LLC
917 405 4969
Let’s Connect on Socials:
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In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
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Apr 15, 2025
Apr 15, 2025
1hr 5 min
In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges and joys of parenting a child in the TV industry. Join us as we explore the highs and lows of auditions, the pressures of the spotlight, and the delicate balance of supporting a budding star while being a dance teacher to your own child. Tune in for insights, personal stories, and tips on navigating this exciting yet demanding journey!
Meghan pursued her passion for dance at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), where she earned a degree in Dance Education. She holds certification in the Cecchetti Method of Ballet, having completed grades 1-6 and earning her teaching certification for grade 1.
Since 2012, Meghan has been teaching and directing a dance program in Baltimore County Public Schools, where she has played a pivotal role in shaping dance education. Her dedication to the field led her to contribute to the development of the BCPS dance curriculum, ensuring high-quality instruction for future generations.
In addition to her dance education, Meghan earned a Master’s degree in Special Education from Goucher College, expanding her expertise in inclusive teaching practices. Her dedication to education and accessibility ensures that dance remains a transformative and enriching experience for all students, regardless of ability. In 2018, she was nominated for BCPS Teacher of the Year, further acknowledging her dedication to education and her impact on the lives of her students.
Meghan’s career also includes notable recognition outside of teaching. During her time at UMBC, she served as the captain of the dance team, further honing her leadership and choreographic skills. She was a member finalist for the NBA Washington Wizards Dance Team and can be seen dancing in the film Step Up 2: The Streets, directed by Jon M. Chu. She later became the coach of the Bay Area Shuckers dance team, a local minor league basketball team, where she choreographed performances and mentored dancers at a professional level. Meghan has been involved in dance since she was two years old, training and competing at a dance studio in Columbia, MD.
What's Happening At EMC Notes:
Our What's Happening at EMC segment finishes at 21:45 and the episode with Robin and Meghan will begin then.
We talk about all things auditions! Like what to expect at our Dance Company Auditions and why auditions are important.
Let’s Connect on Socials:
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook
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In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
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Apr 1, 2025
Apr 1, 2025
23 min
Join us this week for our What's Happening at EMC segment where we chat:
- Doing the Work in Every Class
- Cheering for Friends and Showing Empathy
- Pathways Meetings
Let’s Connect on Socials:
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Facebook
EMC Performing Arts Studio on Instagram
In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Facebook
In The Spotlight: Raising Leaders in the Performing Arts on Instagram