In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with Xander Parish, a principal dancer with one of the most prestigious and historic ballet companies in the world: the Mariinsky Theatre. Join me as we discuss Xander’s career, his move to Russia, and his accomplishment of being awarded as an Officer of the Order of the British Empire. Along with how his life has looked throughout this pandemic, and how he sees our current situation in the arts world as an opportunity to try and do new things in regards to performing our art. Please enjoy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As we find ourselves in the throws of the coronavirus pandemic, people across this world are tired of quarantining and frustrated that we can't go back to a normal life. But let's take this opportunity to exercise gratitude for the things we do have in our lives. Join me as we discuss the technique of negative visualization and how we can adapt it to continually exercise our empathy and gratitude. As artists, we must ensure that we devote ourselves to the betterment of our industry and practices, so let's talk about how we can jumpstart the difficult conversations around art and discuss how we can personally contribute to this idea. Stay tuned for some exciting interviews with some really exciting guests, and as always, please enjoy. 

Thank you for tuning into this episode of The Arts Today. In today's episode, I have the honor of sitting down and conversing with Annabelle Lopez Ochoa on a number of different topics including how artists all over the world are fairing throughout this pandemic, how the social and political discourse of a nation can be felt across the world, and how to keep moving forward even in times of great upheaval. 

The Arts Today is a podcast dedicated to conversing with artists and leaders of arts organizations to understand the societal, cultural, and financial challenges facing our industry.