The DanceDirectory Podcast

Lizette and Sean interviews Hayley Hammond and Ryan Hammond well known in the danceworld as Ballroom Champs and in the more general market from the last few seasons of Strictly Come Dancing.

We discuss how they came to their respective careers in the world of dance, what they are doing now, and where the future leads them and dance in general here in South Africa!

If you want to start dancing, contact the studio:
Beverly Hammond Dance School:  +27 83 227 8141

or visit their websites:

Ryan Hammond : www.ryanandlindseydance.com
Hayley Hammond: www.kevinandhayley.com


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Lizette and Sean interviews Tessa van Duuren and Grant Esterhuizen, the runners up from the 5th season of "Strictly Come Dancing" (South African Edition)

We talk about how Tessa came to be on the show, the goings on behind the scenes, accidents, and pain. We also delve deeper into Grant's dancing history as well as their new management company for dancers.

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Lizette and Sean interviews Nigel Hannah and Maria Lorca about the Pro Arte Alphen Park High School, and the oppertunities there for young dancers. Nigel is the Head of Dance Department, and Maria Lorca is the Spanish Dance Teacher.

We discuss the day to day workings of the school, what students can expect, and the new curriculum and how it changed the way education is happening.

We also discuss the success of the students, as well as a few references to their next performance (which is on the 8&9th of May in Sasolburg, and the 15th and 16th of May in Pretoria (2009)

If you are interested in attending Pro Arte, the next audition for the 2010 intake is on the 15th of august 2009

Visit their website for more info at: http://www.proarte.co.za

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Lizette and Sean interviews Yaron Blasbalg (aka Blaze) and Barry Goetha (aka Lil' Flex) about everything breakdancing. We hear about history and development of the danceform, where we are going, and what the future looks like for breakdancing and hip-hop in general.

For more info, see their facebook pages (follow links on the podcast at the end of the show)



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Lizette and Sean interviews Dirk Badenhorst, Director of the  Ballet & Dance Academy. mZansi Productions and known to many more as a judge at on the Kyknet Production: Dans! Dans! Dans!

For more info, visit: http://www.mzansiproductions.co.za

or send an e-mail to: dirk@mzansiproductions.co.za

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Lizette and Sean interviews The Montoya Family of peformers, Jose, Helena, Arina, and Maria Lorca. Jose and Helena are two of the longstanding pillars in the Spanish & Flamenco community, and it seems that their daughters will be carrying that torch for quite a few years more!
We have discussions about the cost of doing this art form, when should kids start, what it takes to be on stage, and just some of their stories from dancing all over the world for the last 40 years or so.

For more information on their shows and activities, please visit their website at: http://www.mlmontoya.com or send them e-mail to: info@mlmontoya.com

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Music by: Stevan Romano
Song Title: Romanichal Flamenco

Find it at: http://music.podshow.com

Lizette and Sean interviews Margaux Fourie, winner of the 2008 Val Whyte Bursary competition, her teacher, Elizabeth MacConachie and Cheryl van Niekerk, Chairperson of the Val Whyte Bursary Competition.

We talk about what it takes to get into the competition and the links with the SABT, as well as the wonderful opportunities that exist for the winners and finalists of the competition.

For more information on the competition, and auditions, please contact Cheryl van Niekerk:
dr.steynv@absamail.co.za

The next Auditions: July 26 2008 in Johannesburg, South Africa

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Lizette and Sean interviews Lindy Badenhorst,  Pilates, Gyrotonic and Dance Movement Specialist and organiser of the Johannesburg Dance Medicine Conference. Also in the studio is Jody Pryce, a physiotherapist and guest lecturer. Also a member of the American Fitness and Strengthening & Conditioning Association.

We discuss the upcoming Dance Medicine conference, injuries during dance training, how to heal, and the networking of teachers and trainers with medical professionals that know dance and dance related injuries.

To get hold of them, send an e-mail to:
lindy@dynamicalignment.org

or visit their website:

www.dynamicalignment.org
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Lizette and Sean interviews Iain MacDonald and Lauren Dixon-Seager from the SA Ballet Theatre (With Samantha in the background!) An amazing interview with 2 lovely people opening up about the closing of the State theatre, the early years, and exactly what it takes to make it in the Dance world these days... a Must Listen to any aspiring dancer!


To get hold of them, send an e-mail to:
samantha@saballettheatre.co.za

or visit their website:

www.saballettheatre.co.za
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Lizette and Sean interviews Danelle Crous, Choreographer and Studio Owner (Triple Bill Dance Academy). We speak about what it takes to become a choreographer, and also answer some e-mail questions from listeners.

To get hold of them, send an e-mail to: danellecrous@highveld.co.za or 082 554 9406

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For all your dance related queries and show information go to www.dancedirectory.co.za

please send your questions and comments to:

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Lizette and Sean interviews Jayesperi Moopen and Georgina Thomson, Artisitic directors of the FNB Dance Umbrella.

It's an eye-opening and interesting interview about all the different facets of the Dance Umbrella, and the state of Choreography in South Africa

To get hold of them, send an e-mail to: danceumbrella@artslink.co.za or georgina@artslink.co.za

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Lizette and Sean interviews Marna Bolt, and Ilse Pickard-Boshoff, two ballet teachers and experts in Pretoria, teaching children and students from nursery school to Untiveristy level.

The discussion centers around ballet, and ballet training for young dancers and students, including those that want to make a career from dance.


For all your dance related queries and show information go to www.dancedirectory.co.za

please send your questions and comments to:

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Lizette interviews Theo van der Riet-Botha, Founder and Director of Body Intellect Pilates Studio and Principle Instructor for BASI (Body Arts and Science International)

Also on the show:  Sean (performing arts photographer)

For more about Theo, visit her website at: http://www.pilatessa.co.za

or send her an e-mail at: bodyintellect@pilatessa.co.za

For more on BASI: http://www.basipilates.com

For all your dance related queries and show information go to www.dancedirectory.co.za

please send your questions and comments to:

info@dancedirectory.co.za

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Lizette and Sean interviews Francois Booyse and Hannah Davis, two brilliant Professional dancers and winners of the last Social Gauteng Champs

Also on the show:  Sean (performing arts photographer)

To get Francois or Hannah to train you for social dance, call them on Pretoria: 012 348 8185

For all your dance related queries and show information go to www.dancedirectory.co.za

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Lizette Nel reviews the now almost Legendary performance of Chicago - The Musical originally done by Maurine Dallas Watkins with the original production directed and choreographed by Bob Fosse.

Also on the show: Luba and Sean

For all your dance related queries and show information go to www.dancedirectory.co.za

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Lizette Nel interviews Sean and Luba about the premiere of the new take on opera: Opera-Mania at the Civic Theatre in Johannesburg

For all your dance related queries and show information go to www.dancedirectory.co.za

please send your questions and comments to:

info@dancedirectory.co.za

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