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Before the Curtain025 Don Mirault: 50 Years in the Industry and the creation of TAPSHost Abbie Campbell sits down with Don Mirault to trace his unlikely path from the Navy and modeling to Broadway, TV, and film, exploring landmark roles, career-defining mentors, and the hard work behind the spotlight. He shares backstage stories of working with Michael Bennett, Michael Peters, Betty White, and Bea Arther that will leave you with a smile.
They discuss Don’s founding of Theater Arts Preparatory School (TAPS), his philosophy on versatility and marketing for performers, and the practical advice he shares with young artists after five decades in the industry. This is an episode you don...
2025-12-031h 26
Dance Colleges & Careers with Brittany Noltimier#17: Theater Arts Preparatory School - Las Vegas Dance Trade SchoolExplore the world of professional dance education with guest Don Mirault on this episode of "Dance Colleges and Careers," hosted by Brittany Noltimier. In this enlightening conversation, we delve into the Theater Arts Preparatory School (TAPS) in Las Vegas, a game-changing program designed to equip aspiring dancers with the tools they need to launch their careers.With a remarkable 45-year career spanning singing, dancing, acting, teaching, choreography, production, direction, and authorship, Don Mirault is a true industry veteran. He shares his insights into the creation of TAPS, a revolutionary six-month trade school that fills a much-needed gap...
2024-01-0331 min
The Las Vegas Public Affairs ShowThe Las Vegas Public Affairs Show October 8, 2022The Las Vegas Public Affairs Show, hosted by Heather Vale, highlights charity events, non-profit initiatives, and social issues around Southern Nevada. This week's topics: Ales & Tails Pet Adoption event with Kelly Sheehan, Community Engagement Manager from Heaven Can Wait Animal Society and Andrea Blue, GM of Tivoli Village; The 36th Annual Black and White Party with Andrew Ryan, Marketing Director of Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN); Off Strip: Table for Deux Charity Fundraiser with Producer Eric Bean and Don Mirault, Artistic Director of the Theater Arts Preparatory School; 10th Anniversary Celebration with Aaron Berger, Executive D...
2022-10-0756 min
The Gina Pero Show: Living Life Full OutQ & A: Succeeding in the Business of Dance Don Mirault: What is most important in deciding whether or not to perform professionally? How can parents get information for their children that want to perform? Adam Cates: What do you see as one of the biggest challenges in auditions? What is one step that an individual can take to start their awareness of business? Thomas Ralabate: What is the main difference between getting a degree in dance or not? What is a first step for anyone looking to go to school for dance?
2017-11-1032 minThe Gina Pero Show: Living Life Full OutSucceeding in the Business of Dance This episode combines important lessons and tools on how to succeed in the business of dance. Adam Cates, Don Mirault, and Thomas Ralbate, share their knowledge and experience in working in the performing arts. Learn the skills you need to succeed, and know what's expected of you in the professional dance industry. This episode gifts you with different perspectives on the most important aspects of preparing for the industry. These three guests talk about understanding your strengths and weaknesses, and what it takes to be successful as a professional dancer. Gina Pero Website Premier Dance Network website
2017-11-0632 minThe Gina Pero Show: Living Life Full OutQ & A: A Medley of Empowering QuestionsThis episode brings you some of the most empowering questions with answers from past guests including, Don Mirault, Elizabeth Parkinson, David Mehler, Mario Spinetti, Bex Burton, Iman Gatti, Minette Sanchez, Adam Cates, and Jessika Maja Magnusson. Q & A: A medley of empowering questions Don Mirault: What is most important in deciding whether or not to perform professionally? Elizabeth Parkinson: How do you stay humble in your everyday walk? David Mehler: What is a pain most people associate with? Mario Spinetti: What is your definition of "hearts contents" and what...
2017-06-1625 min