Becoming Ballet
98 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 101 ratingsBecoming Ballet is a show where REAL dancers reveal their REAL lives in REAL time. In each series, you will have private access into the lives of each featured dancer as they travel on their personal journey toward professional ballet. Along the way you will be exposed to their unscripted lives, RAW and UNEDITED as they open up and share with you what it takes to survive (pause) and thrive as they work each day toward realizing their dream and BECOMING BALLET! Becoming Ballet is produced by The Premier Dance Network which was founded by Kimberly Falker, the host and producer of Balancing Pointe Podcast, the TOP ranked podcast on Ballet and Dance.
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104 - Florrie Geller Update #2
April 10, 2018 15:40 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBToday on Becoming Ballet, we have Florrie Geller, a previous featured dancer. She gives us an update from NYC on her life and ballet career. This show is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network. Stop by Premier Dance Network to check out the other top rated shows hosted by today's top dance artists. Premier Dance Network Today's show is sponsored by: Bodywrappers
103 ~ Becoming Ballet, featuring Jackie!
December 26, 2017 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBThis month's featured dancer comes to us from British Columbia, Canada. Jackie began dancing when she was three years old by taking beginner ballet class, and has loved it ever since. She trained at a local ballet school for eleven years, but at the age of fourteen decided to pursue acting instead. After suffering an injury and needing something to clear her of the negativity that began to surround the theatre company she was in, she decided to take recreational dance classes at another lo...
102 ~ Feeling like the Odd One Out?
December 05, 2017 07:30 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBToday Jackie discusses how to continue dancing when you don't feel like you fit in. This month's featured dancer comes to us from British Columbia, Canada. Jackie began dancing when she was three years old by taking beginner ballet class, and has loved it ever since. She trained at a local ballet school for eleven years, but at the age of fourteen decided to pursue acting instead. After suffering an injury and needing something to clear her of the negativity that began to surround the th...
101 ~ Study Tips!
November 28, 2017 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11 MBToday Jackie discusses how to handle studies in University as a dance major. This month's featured dancer comes to us from British Columbia, Canada. Jackie began dancing when she was three years old by taking beginner ballet class, and has loved it ever since. She trained at a local ballet school for eleven years, but at the age of fourteen decided to pursue acting instead. After suffering an injury and needing something to clear her of the negativity that began to surround the theatre c...
100 ~ Jackie talks food!
November 21, 2017 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.4 MBToday Jackie discusses the meal plan at the University. November's featured dancer comes to us from British Columbia, Canada. Jackie began dancing when she was three years old by taking beginner ballet class, and has loved it ever since. She trained at a local ballet school for eleven years, but at the age of fourteen decided to pursue acting instead. After suffering an injury and needing something to clear her of the negativity that began to surround the theatre company she was in, she ...
92 ~ Jackie shares with us her journey into her acceptance into University.
November 14, 2017 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.67 MBToday Jackie shares with us her journey into her acceptance into Simon Fraser University. November's featured dancer comes to us from British Columbia, Canada. Jackie began dancing when she was three years old by taking beginner ballet class, and has loved it ever since. She trained at a local ballet school for eleven years, but at the age of fourteen decided to pursue acting instead. After suffering an injury and needing something to clear her of the negativity that began to surround th...
91 ~ Introducing November's Featured Dancer Jackie Gignac!
November 07, 2017 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.47 MBNovember's featured dancer comes to us from British Columbia, Canada. Jackie began dancing when she was three years old by taking beginner ballet class, and has loved it ever since. She trained at a local ballet school for eleven years, but at the age of fourteen decided to pursue acting instead. After suffering an injury and needing something to clear her of the negativity that began to surround the theatre company she was in, she decided to take recreational dance classes at another loca...
90 ~ Catching up with Inaugural Host Madeleine Gardella
October 31, 2017 16:00 - 7 minutes - 6.75 MBOn today's episode we hear from back from Becoming Ballet's first featured dancer Madeleine Gardella. Her life has certainly changed since she was the very first featured dancer; and the co-producer of the first season of Becoming Ballet. Madeleine is always a joy to catch up with. Be sure to stop by again next episode as we will be catching up with some of Becoming Ballet's other previous hosts. This show is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network. Stop by...
89 ~ Emily shares 5 Tips on Staying Healthy!
October 20, 2017 05:00 - 7 minutes - 6.65 MBEmily Fennell is this month's Becoming Ballet's featured dancer and shares with us 5 tips on staying healthy! Premier Dance Network
88 - Emily Fennel Talks About Her First Week
October 11, 2017 12:57 - 7 minutes - 7.04 MBToday Emily shares what it's been like during her first week in a professional company.
87 - Emily Fennell - Dancing Through Difficult Times in Life
July 03, 2017 14:30 - 10 minutes - 9.23 MBToday on Becoming Ballet, Emily talks about dancing while experiencing difficulties in life.
86 ~ Emily Fennell shares her cross training tips!
June 23, 2017 15:46 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this episode June and July's featured dancer shares with us her advice on cross training.
85 ~ Introducing Emily Fennell!
June 14, 2017 14:24 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBThis month's featured dancer is Emily Fennell. Emily is 18 years old and a graduate of the Harid Conservatory. Currently she is training in Vancouver BC. Last year she was the youngest member (17 years old) with the Cleveland ballet during their preview season after which she danced under contract with Columbia Classical in SC. Her additional training includes the Kirov academy of D.C., Bolshoi Academy summer intensive in NYC as well as 6 weeks in Moscow, and the Royal Danish summer intensiv...
85 - What's in My Ballet Bag (with special guest)
May 23, 2017 16:29 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBToday Lauren and her roommate talk about what's in their ballet bags. Lauren is Becoming Ballet's May featured dancer and is currently dancing as an apprentice with the National Ballet of Canada. Premier Dance Network The National Ballet of Canada homepage
83 ~ Lauren Talks Nutrition.
May 18, 2017 06:30 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBOn this episode, Lauren discusses a dancer's nutrition. Lauren is Becoming Ballet's May featured dancer and is currently dancing as an apprentice with the National Ballet of Canada. Premier Dance Network The National Ballet of Canada homepage
82 ~ The Benefits of Cross Training in Ballet
May 10, 2017 05:30 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MBOn this episode, Lauren shares with the benefits of cross training in Ballet. Lauren is Becoming Ballet's May featured dancer and is currently dancing as an apprentice with the National Ballet of Canada. Premier Dance Network The National Ballet of Canada homepage
81 ~ Lauren talks about staying organized
May 04, 2017 19:02 - 9 minutes - 8.73 MBOn this episode, Lauren shares with us a typical week and how she prepares in advance to avoid added stress and to stay organized. Premier Dance Network The National Ballet of Canada homepage
80 ~ Introducing Lauren Ostrander!
May 03, 2017 15:04 - 10 minutes - 9.41 MBOur May featured dancer is Lauren Ostrander who is an apprentice with The National Ballet of Canada. On today's episode she shares with us her journey in ballet. Premier Dance Network The National Ballet of Canada homepage
79 - Dealing with and Preventing Muscle Soreness
April 26, 2017 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.33 MBToday on Becoming Ballet Jess talks about muscle soreness and how to prevent it. Abigail Mentzer Designs is our sponsor with a 10% discount on all purchases using Promo Code PDN at checkout. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Premier Dance Network Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Network o...
78 - Staying Motivated, De-Stressing, and Enjoying Life
April 25, 2017 19:01 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBToday Jessica talks about staying motivated, de-stressing in healthy ways, and enjoying life outside the ballet studio. Abigail Mentzer Designs is our sponsor with a 10% discount on all purchases using Promo Code PDN at checkout. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Premier Dance Network Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Bal...
77 ~Jessica discusses living on a budget
April 18, 2017 17:37 - 6 minutes - 6.34 MBToday on Becoming Ballet, Jessica discusses budgeting for groceries and pointe shoes. Abigail Mentzer Designs is our sponsor with a 10% discount on all purchases using Promo Code PDN at checkout. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Premier Dance Network Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Netwo...
76 ~ Becoming Ballet ~ Jessica discusses Nutrition.
April 17, 2017 05:00 - 10 minutes - 9.24 MBToday on Becoming Ballet, Jessica talks about Nutrition and her Easter Break. Abigail Mentzer Designs is our sponsor with a 10% discount on all purchases using Promo Code PDN at checkout. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Premier Dance Network Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Network on In...
75 - Jessica Discusses her Spring Break
April 11, 2017 14:18 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBToday on Becoming Ballet, Jessica talks about her Spring Break. Abigail Mentzer Designs is our sponsor with a 10% discount on all purchases using Promo Code PDN at checkout. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Premier Dance Network Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Network on Instagram
74 ~ Featuring Jessica Stull - Plans for Next Year
April 10, 2017 15:39 - 8 minutes - 8.03 MBOn today's episode Jessica shares with us her plans for next year. Abigail Mentzer Designs is our sponsor with a 10% discount on all purchases using Promo Code PDN at checkout. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Premier Dance Network Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Network on Instagram
73 ~ Featuring Jessica Stull
April 05, 2017 06:00 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MBOn today's episode Jessica shares with us her summer and how she wound up training with Premiere Division ballet. Abigail Mentzer Designs is our sponsor with a 10% discount on all purchases using Promo Code PDN at checkout. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Premier Dance Network Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in...
72 ~ Becoming Ballet Introducing Jessica Stull
April 04, 2017 15:34 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MBIntroducing April's featured dancer is Jessica Stull, a 19 year old dancer with Premiere Division Ballet company in New York City. Here is a message from Jessica ~ My name is jessica Stull I am super excited to be the featured dancer for this month. Tune in and follow my Instagram page where you can ask questions or perhaps inquire about a subject surrounding dance that interests you and that would be helpful to discuss @little_red_dancinthroughsunday Thank you so much everyone!! ...
71 ~ Memories with Rosie Montgomery-Webb
January 03, 2017 20:02 - 10 minutes - 9.35 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
70 - American Dance Festival
January 02, 2017 16:54 - 12 minutes - 11 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
69 - Audition Preparation
December 28, 2016 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.62 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
68 - Trainee Life Featuring Rosie Montgomery-Webb
December 27, 2016 14:33 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
67 ~ Nutcracker in Columbus, with featured dancer Rosie Montgomery-Webb
December 20, 2016 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
66 ~ Past Nutcrackers with Rosie Montgomery-Webb
December 19, 2016 17:00 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
65 - Tragedy
December 13, 2016 11:37 - 14 minutes - 6.8 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
64 - Journey to Ballet Met
December 12, 2016 19:33 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
63 - Future Year
December 09, 2016 15:46 - 8 minutes - 8.05 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
62 ~ Rosie Talks About Summer
December 07, 2016 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.81 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
61 ~ Introducing December's Featured Dancer Rosie Montgomery-Webb
December 06, 2016 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.52 MBDecember's featured dancer is Rosie Montgomery-Webb. Rose is 18 years old and a second-year trainee at BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio. She was adopted at 9 months from South Korea to live in Anchorage, Alaska. Rose lived in Anchorage until she was 16. Growing up, she trained concurrently in dance and horseback riding. At age 14, she decided to focus strictly on dance which allowed her to attend various intensives like BalletMet, Joffrey Chicago, University of North Carolina School of the Arts,...
61 - Juliet Prine - Juliet Tells Us About Her Summer at PNB
September 13, 2016 14:05 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBThis month's featured dancer is Juliet Prine who recently moved from Minneapolis to Seattle to join the Professional Division of Pacific Northwest Ballet. www.PremierDanceNetwork.com www.MnDance.org www.PNB.org
60 ~ Introducing Juliet Prine - This Month's Featured Dancer
September 12, 2016 15:53 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBThis month's featured dancer is Juliet Prine who recently moved from Minneapolis to Seattle to join the Professional Division of Pacific Northwest Ballet. www.PremierDanceNetwork.com www.MnDance.org www.PNB.org
59~ Find out what is going on next in Priyana's life.
August 30, 2016 20:41 - 8 minutes - 7.5 MBIn her second update episode, Priyana shares why her unexpected news was a "blessing in disguise."She would like to thank you all for tuning in and would love to remain in contact through her dance FB page Happyfeet (facebook.com/resourcefordance), her dance blog, Tututastic For You (tututasticforyou.wordpress.com), and/or her Instagram account (@priyanarosekale). You can also find her on YouTube at Priyana Kalé. https://m.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLN2P15yIEVm7XKaf7qoUY23LOox9m3m2W
58 ~ Update with Priyana Rose Kalé
August 29, 2016 13:09 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBIn this episode, Priyana Rose Kalé, July's 2016 featured dancer, provides an update on what has occurred in her life after her last episode on Becoming Ballet. She would like to thank you all for tuning in and would love to remain in contact through her dance FB page Happyfeet (facebook.com/resourcefordance), her dance blog, Tututastic For You (tututasticforyou.wordpress.com), and/or her Instagram account (@priyanarosekale).
57 ~ Catching up with Ashleigh Richardson
August 23, 2016 16:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBOn today's episode, we hear from past featured dancer Ashleigh Richardson and learn what she has has going on in this upcoming season. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Network on Instagr
56 ~ Florrie Geller shares with us her plans for the Fall.
August 16, 2016 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBOn today's episode, we hear from past featured dancer Florrie Geller and learn what she has has going on in this upcoming season. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Network on Instagr
55 ~ Florrie Geller give us an update.
August 15, 2016 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBOn today's episode, we hear from past featured dancer Florrie Geller and hear what she has been up to since her last recording. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Network on Instagra
54 ~ Update with featured Dancer Regina Montgomery ~ Part Two
August 09, 2016 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBOn today's episode, we hear from past featured dancer Regina Montgomery and learn what she has has going on in this upcoming season. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Network on Instagra
53 ~ Catching up with Regina Montgomery
August 08, 2016 09:00 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBOn today's episode, we hear from past featured dancer Regina Montgomery and learn what she has been up to this summer. Becoming Ballet is produced by Kimberly Falker, founder and CEO of Premier Dance Network and the host of Balancing Pointe Podcast. Leave Becoming Ballet a 5 Star Rating and Review on Itunes Becoming Ballet Website Becoming Ballet in Instagram Premier Dance Network on Instagram
52 ~ Catching up with Madeleine Gardella Part Two
August 02, 2016 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.94 MBOn today's episode we once again hear from Becoming Ballet's first featured dancer Madeleine Gardella. She shares with us some of what she has been doing since her featured month.
51 ~ Catching up with Madeleine Gardella
August 01, 2016 09:00 - 5 minutes - 4.9 MBOn today's episode we hear from Becoming Ballet's first featured dancer Madeleine Gardella. She shares with us some of what she has been doing since her featured month.
50 ~ Priyana says goodbye.
July 26, 2016 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.25 MBEpisodes description: In her ninth and last episode, Priyana reflects on her time as Becoming Ballet's host and shares the little pieces of valuable advice she has gained from her summer at ABT In NYC. Stay in contact with her through following her dance blog (tututasticforyou.wordpress.com), FB page Happyfeet (facebook.com/resourcefordance), and/or her Instagram account (@pretty__pri or Priyana Rose Kalé). She wishes you much happiness, health, and success and thanks you for tuning in!
49 ~ Priyana shares her last week at ABT Summer Intensive.
July 25, 2016 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MBIn this episode, Priyana provide her last life and summer intensive experience update for her time being a host of Becoming Ballet. She would love to stay in contact with you through her dance blog (tututasticforyou.wordpress.com), FB page Happyfeet (facebook.com/resourcefordance), and/or her Instagram account (@pretty__pri or Priyana Rose Kalé). Premier Dance Network Patreon Campaign