Dance Behind the Screen
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Social media has influenced our way of life. kNOwBOX dance [a Dallas-based 501(c)(3) non-profit arts service organization] leadership—YeaJean Choi, Azaria Hogans, Reyna Mondragon, and Martheya Nygaard—co-host Dance Behind the Screen podcast a conversation series with people who have dance-related careers questioning the influence of social media in dance process, production, and publicity. On this show, they interview the top artists, scholars, and leaders about who they are, their careers, and the impact of social media on the dance world. This podcast aims to inspire, entertain, and offer new perspectives to think outside of the box. Whether you are a dance artist, educator, scholar, or are curious about the impact of social media on dance, this is the podcast for you.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Description:
Social media has influenced our way of life. kNOwBOX dance [a Dallas-based 501(c)(3) non-profit arts service organization] leadership—YeaJean Choi, Azaria Hogans, Reyna Mondragon, and Martheya Nygaard—co-host Dance Behind the Screen podcast a conversation series with people who have dance-related careers questioning the influence of social media in dance process, production, and publicity. On this show, they interview the top artists, scholars, and leaders about who they are, their careers, and the impact of social media on the dance world. This podcast aims to inspire, entertain, and offer new perspectives to think outside of the box. Whether you are a dance artist, educator, scholar, or are curious about the impact of social media on dance, this is the podcast for you.
Language:
English
Website:
https://www.knowboxdance.com
Episodes
Episode 136 | Blockchain, AI, and Newfangled Art with cari ann shim sham*, mowna
5/15/2024
cari ann shim sham*, wild artist and co-founder/curator for the Museum of Wild and Newfangled Art, joins Martheya to talk about Blockchain, AI, and Newfangled Art. They discuss NFT’s, the problems with social media, the Museum of Wild and Newfangled Art (mowna), and cari ann’s art that explores healing the body and liberating dance. (45:43) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:45:44
Episode 135 | Dance & the Digital Arts: Jean-Marc Matos, K. Danse Company
5/8/2024
Jean-Marc Matos, Artistic Director of K. Danse Company, joins Martheya to talk about Mixing Contemporary Dance & Digital Arts. They discuss pluridisciplinary collaborations, considering your audience, and the future of dance in the digital landscape. (37:05) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:37:06
Episode 134 | Breaking Barriers w/ Pilobolus: Matt Kent and Rob Pranzatelli
5/1/2024
Matt Kent (Artistic Director of Pilobolus) and Robert Pranzatelli (Author) join Martheya to talk about Rob’s book, Pilobolus: A Story of Dance and Life. The book encompasses the whole fifty-year evolution of the company, but the narrative is framed by their personal friendship. They discuss Matt & Rob’s friendship, how dance influences social media, and world-making in the creative process. (46:37) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Checkout the Book in the Episode:
Book Trailer
More about Pilobolus: A Story of Dance and Life
Checkout Previous Episodes with Pilobolus:
Episode 23 | Pilobolus Dance Company w/ Matt Kent
Episode 50 | COVID-19 & Dance
Episode 114 | Creating Shadowland: Pilobolus
Duration:00:46:38
Episode 133 | Dance Goes Viral: Andrew Chapman, Mobile Dance Film Association
4/24/2024
Andrew Chapman, Founder and Director of the Mobile Dance Film Association, joins Martheya to talk about Dance Going Viral. They discuss the future of making with mobile devices, solo filmmaking, and must watch popular movies with dance scenes. (38:09) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Listen to our previous episode together: Episode 96 | Don’t Underestimate the Phone in Mobile Dance Film Festival w/ Andrew Chapman
Duration:00:38:10
Episode 132 | Pushing Boundaries with Confidence: Joel Olivas, mixtamotus
4/17/2024
Joel Olivas, co-founder of mixtamotus, and an immersive multimedia producer and designer who has worked with ARTECHOUSE, Sweet Tooth Hotel, and Meow Wolf among others, joins Martheya to talk about Boundary Pushing with Confidence. They discuss differences when working with big vs. small organizations, immersive installations, and how the audience influences Joel’s creative process. (35:35) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:35:36
Episode 131 | Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Alexander Whitley Dance Company
4/10/2024
Alexander (Alex) Whitley, an award-winning choreographer whose pioneering work with digital technology has placed him at the forefront of innovation in contemporary dance, joins Martheya to talk about Interdisciplinary Collaboration. They discuss motion tracking, collaboration, and dance in the digital landscape. (39:36) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:39:36
Episode 130 | Filmmaking: Bart Weiss, Dallas Video Fest
4/3/2024
Bart Weiss, an award-winning filmmaker, educator and director/founder of the Dallas VideoFest, joins Martheya to talk about Filmmaking. They discuss advice for makers, predictions for the film industry, mobile filmmaking, and dance films . (36:58) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:36:59
Episode 129 | Subscription Business Models: Michael Wall, Sound For Movement
5/24/2023
Michael Wall, one of the most innovative and impactful composers and educators in the world of contemporary music and dance, joins Martheya to talk about Subscription Based Models. They discuss nontraditional paths for careers in dance, music for dance, and gated content . (43:47) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:43:47
Episode 128 | Fundraising 101: Mercedes M. Brown, KERA
5/17/2023
Mercedes M. Brown, the Digital Fundraising Coordinator at KERA joins Martheya to talk about all things Fundraising. They discuss strategies for blending traditional fundraising practices and current digital techniques for individual artists and arts organizations. (37:02) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:37:03
Episode 127 | Nonprofit Management: Rhiannon Martin, Nonprofit Professional and Event Producer
5/10/2023
Nonprofit Professional and Event Producer Rhiannon Martin joins Martheya to talk about all things Nonprofit Management. They discuss starting a nonprofit, arts administration resources, and board development. (26:46) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:26:47
Episode 126 | Production and Event Planning: Karla Barthelmy, South Dallas Cultural Center
5/3/2023
Karla Barthelmy the Cultural Programs Coordinator for the South Dallas Cultural Center joins Martheya to talk about Production and Event Planning. They discuss venue partnerships, strategies and logistics for a successful event, and marketing and community outreach. (35:43) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:35:44
Episode 125 | Inside A Grant Panel Process: Greg Oertel, Communities Foundation of Texas
4/26/2023
Greg Oertel the Senior Community Philanthropy Officer of Communities Foundation of Texas joins Martheya to talk about all things grants. They discuss what to look for when reading grant open calls, finding the right granting organizations, tips for the application, and preparing your grant to submit. (42:45) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:42:45
Episode 124 | Building Your Dance Company & Studio: Nicolina Lawson, Ballet North Texas
4/19/2023
Nicolina Lawson joins Martheya to talk about founding Ballet North Texas and Ballet North Texas Conservatory. They discuss women in ballet, securing a studio space, and what it’s like to create your own dance company and studio. (25:57) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:25:58
Episode 123 | From Dancer to Artistic Director: Melissa M. Young, Dallas Black Dance Theatre
4/12/2023
Artistic Director of Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) Melissa M. Young joins Martheya to talk about her journey From Dancer to Artistic Director. They discuss career advice, building your artistic team, and how to share your choreography with repertory companies and book tours. (39:06) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:39:07
Episode 122 | Developing a Donor Base: Diana Marquis
4/5/2023
Fundraiser, Founder, and Chief Strategist of DMGroupConsulting Diana Marquis joins Martheya to talk about developing a donor base. They discuss fundraising, customer relationship management, and how to get started as nonprofit. (32:59) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:33:00
Episode 121 | Arts Administration: Morgana Wilborn, Parable Brands & Services
3/29/2023
Dallas-based arts educator, administrator, and artist Morgana Wilborn joins Martheya to talk about arts administration. They discuss grant writing and reviewing, LLC’s, and community organizing. (35:29) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:35:29
Episode 120 | The Elevator Pitch: Gigi Rosenberg, Public Speaking Coach
3/22/2023
Author and Public Speaking Coach Gigi Rosenberg joins Martheya to talk about The Elevator Speech. They discuss tips for crafting the perfect elevator pitch, why it’s important, and how social media is influencing the dance world. (37:08) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:37:08
Episode 119 | Dancers Are Doers: Lily Cabatu Weiss, Dallas Arts District
3/15/2023
Executive Director for the Dallas Arts District and award winning Dance Educator Lily Cabatu Weiss joins Martheya to talk about how Dancers ARE Doers. They discuss Lily’s career, arts leadership, advice for dancers starting their own company, and how social media is influencing the dance world. (34:00) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:34:00
Episode 118 | Relationship Building: Kristina Kirkenaer-Hart, Visit Dallas
3/8/2023
Kristina Kirkenaer-Hart is a champion of all things arts and culture related. She serves in her current role as the Director of Cultural Tourism for Visit Dallas. In this episode Kristina and Martheya talk about what she has learned throughout her career in the arts, relationship building, how to think about networking, and how social media is influencing the art world. (35:42) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:35:42
Episode 117 | Nonprofit Arts Leadership w/ Gayle Halperin, Bruce Wood Dance
3/1/2023
Bruce Wood Dance Executive Director, Gayle Halperin joins Martheya to talk about all things Nonprofit Arts leadership, the History of the Bruce Wood Dance Company, becoming the Executive Director, her tips for leading the company and more. (34:38) Episode Show kNOwtes | Podcast Home
Duration:00:34:38