Talking Pointes
Talking Pointes
Claudia Lawson, Fjord Review
The podcast that shines a light on life in the performing arts. Talking Pointes explores the lives and careers of superstar dancers, artistic directors and choreographers, discussing everything from confidence and body image, to auditions, sexuality, bullying and navigating retirement.
Amy Harris, Another Fine Day
Amy Harris has just retired from the Australian Ballet after 22 years with the company. To mark the occasion, we're listening to our first conversation with Amy, from Season Two.
Nov 28, 2023
36 min
Dana Stephensen, Bonus Chapter
For our Season Three bonus episode, we speak again with the divine Dana Stephensen, who recently retired after two decades with the Australian Ballet and is ready for her bonus chapter.
Nov 20, 2023
54 min
John Lam in Motion
Boston Ballet's legendary principal dancer, John Lam talks about the joys of dance, about finding his sexuality and the moment he came out to his parents.
Nov 13, 2023
42 min
Evie Ferris, Finding her Voice
We speak with Evie Ferris, the second Indigenous Australian to dance with the Australian Ballet, and the first Indigenous Australian to be a member of The Wiggles.
Nov 6, 2023
24 min
Ethan Stiefel, Center Stage
Today we speak with the man who played that role, Ethan Stiefel, who is far more interesting than the notorious Cooper Nielson.
Oct 30, 2023
35 min
Brooke Cassen: Different Dreams
Brooke Lockett, as she was known throughout her career, grew up in Ballarat and had a dream run to the stage.
Oct 23, 2023
35 min
Shaun Parker, King-maker
Shaun Parker's path to artistic director and choreographer of an internationally renowned contemporary dance company is totally unexpected.
Oct 16, 2023
38 min
Danielle Rowe, New Frontiers
Danielle Rowe on her international career, choreography, family life, and ultimately how she became the first female artistic director of Oregon Ballet Theater.
Oct 9, 2023
43 min
Adam Bull, Man in the Mirror
Adam Bull talks about his 22 years with the Australian Ballet, making principal, his onstage partnership with Amber Scott, and finding himself post-retirement.
Oct 2, 2023
29 min
Talking Pointes Season Three
Talking Pointes returns for an epic third season.
Sep 25, 2023
52 sec
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