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Ask Megan!124 - Ask Megan! - Sealy Asks About Pointe Shoes MakersSealy asks Megan what to do now that her pointe shoe maker has retired. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2017-05-1607 min
Ask Megan!123 - Ask Megan! - Jake Asks What Megan Carries in her Ballet BagToday on Ask Megan!, Jake asks what Megan carries in her ballet bag. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2017-05-0905 min
Ask Megan!122 ~ Ask Megan! Why do dancers wear belts in class?Today Calissa asks Megan why dancers wear belts over their leotards in class? Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2017-05-0204 min
Ask Megan!121 ~ Ask Megan! Hannah asks about improving her Petit AllegroToday Hannah asks Megan how to improve her petit allegro. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2017-04-2506 min
Ask Megan!120 ~ Ask Megan ~Holly asks about Magazine Photo ShootsToday Holly asks Megan what her experience as a cover model for Dance Magazine. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2017-04-1806 min
Ask Megan!119 - Ask Megan! Sarah - What are Your Thoughts on Boston Ballet School?Today Sarah asks Megan what her thoughts are about Boston Ballet School and Company. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Networ
2017-04-1105 min
Ask Megan!118 - Ask Megan! Janie - What to do if Teachers Aren't Paying Attention to YouToday's question comes from Janie. She asks Megan about having danced at one place for so long that the teachers seem not to be paying attention to her anymore. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Networ
2017-04-0408 min
Ask Megan!104 ~ Ask Megan! How Do I Tell My Parent's I Want to Quit?Today's question comes from Monica who is studying at a prestigious year round training program and has since realized she does not want to dance anymore. She asks Megan for advice on how to break it to her family. Megan really nails this one! Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2016-12-0608 min
Ask Megan!99 - Ask Megan! - Have You Ever Experienced Creative Blocks?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question comes from Ash who is wondering whether Megan ever experiences creative blocks. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2016-10-1906 min
Ask Megan!98 ~ Ask Megan! - What Do You Know About the Australian Ballet?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question comes from Amanda who wants to know if Megan knows anything about Australian Ballet or any of the American dancers who have joined their company. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2016-10-0503 min
Ask Megan!91~ Ask Megan! What are Megan's favorite street shoes?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Ali who wants to know what street shoes Megan wears. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2016-08-0205 min
Ask Megan!89 ~ Ask Megan! What are Megan's favorite leotards?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from a Katie who is sick of the same choices for leotards and wants to know what are Megan's favorite brands of leotards.
2016-07-1904 min
Ask Megan!87 ~ Ask Megan! When is it time to go to a year round program?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today's question comes from Brida who wants to know when it is time to find a year round training program. Megan provides a thoughtful response. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2016-07-0506 min
Ask Megan!86 ~ Ask Megan: what do you do when you lose a teacher?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Giuliani whose teacher is leaving her studio. She is feeling devastated and is seeking advice from Megan. Megan provides a thoughtful response. Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: Balancing Pointe's website Premier Dance Network
2016-06-2803 min
Ask Megan!85 ~ Ask Megan! How to stay in shape after taking a month off from dance.On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from a Christy who wants to know how to get back in shape after taking off dance for a month. Find Megan Fairchild ~ website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: BalancingPointe.com Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show
2016-06-2106 min
Ask Megan!84 ~ Ask Megan! What to do when your pointe shoe maker retires.On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from a Lana who wants to know what to do when a pointe shoe maker retires. Find Megan Fairchild ~ website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: BalancingPointe.com Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show
2016-06-1405 min
Ask Megan!83 ~ Ask Megan! A mom wants to know the value of Dance photos.On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from a mother who wants to about the importance of dance pictures? What do they show? How can they be used to help a dancer? Megan provides advice from a very personal perspective. Find Megan Fairchild ~ website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: BalancingPointe.com Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this
2016-06-0707 min
Ask Megan!82 ~Ask Megan! Does the NYCB tour?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Malorie who called in to ask if NYCB goes on tour and if Megan has ever toured with them. Megan provides advice from a very personal perspective. Find Megan Fairchild ~ website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: BalancingPointe.com Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show
2016-05-3107 min
Ask Megan!81 ~ Ask Megan! What to do if a dancer can't get a job after training?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. My name is Maddison and I am a graduating senior who attended one of the top year round training program for the past four years. I've spent the past three months auditioning for my first professional job and have come up with nothing other than the opportunity to be a trainee in some companies. I feel as that I've already been a trainee for 4 years and my parents are refusing to continue to pay so much to have me be a trainee again with no promise of get...
2016-05-2403 min
Ask Megan!80 ~ Ask Megan! Can a dancer still make it professionally without pas de deux experience?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from 15 year old Kamryn who just went on pointe and is curious how to prepare for a professional career without having pas de deux experience. Find Megan Fairchild ~ website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet? YOU can be a part of the show by sending us your questions by clicking HERE: BalancingPointe.com Twitter/Instagram Please leave Rate and Review this show
2016-05-1705 min
Ask Megan!79 ~ Ask Megan! Can a dancer go to college and still make it as a professional?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Hi Megan, I just LOVE your show and listen every single week. I am a fairly decent dancer and think based upon my experience could potentially look for a professional job but REALLY want to go to college first. My goal is to go to a school that has a strong dance program and continue my training there. I understand that making this choice will limit me from some of the top companies but wonder ifyou know whether I am completely ruining my chances by pursuing coll...
2016-05-1004 min
Ask Megan!78 ~ Ask Megan! What do rehearsals look like at NCYB?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday. Today’s question come from Rachel who wrote in to say: I am curious what rehearsals look like at NYCB. Who are the players involved in group, divertissment, solo, and pas de deux rehearsals? Is a répétiteur always present, or only for choreography of certain choreographers? What is the role of ballet coaches? I see some of this from YouTube posts from NYCB, SF Ballet, Royal Ballet, etc., and would love to know more. Love your podcast,particularly the "behind the scen...
2016-05-0307 min
Ask Megan!77 ~ Ask Megan! A mother of a daughter and a son who dance asks for advice from Megan.On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every
Tuesday.
Today’s question come from Corina who called in to
ask Megan advice on how to help keep her daughter and son involved
together in dance.
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perspective.
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2016-04-1904 min
Ask Megan!76 ~ Ask Megan! Does featuring younger dancers on the hit show “So You Think You Can Dance” change the atmosphere for aspiring dancers?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.
Today’s question come from Mary who wrote in to ask ~
Hi Megan, I don’t know if you are familiar with the tv show, So You think You Can Dance and the fact that in their new season they will be featuring young dancers ages 8-18 rather than the older more mature dancers. As a professional, what do you think about this? Mary
Megan provides her thoughts from a professional Ballerina’s perspective.
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2016-04-1203 min
Ask Megan!75 ~ Ask Megan! What percentage of aspiring dancers that actually “make it” as a professional?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday.
Today’s question come from Penny who wrote in to ask ~
Hi Megan – as the mother of a 15 year old dancer who is hoping to pursue a career in professional ballet, I am wondering if there are any “stats” on the percentage of dancers who are pursuing this goal actually “make it”? We have heard over and over again that “there is a company for every dancer”, but to me it seems somewhat impossible for every child to achieve their dream. Can there actually be room in the dance...
2016-04-0606 min
Ask Megan!74 ~ Ask Megan! How to overcome bad habits in dance?
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday. Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Eden who wants to know how to overcome bad dance habits that snuck up during barre and is now affecting center?
Megan provides some caring advice!
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2016-04-0504 min
Ask Megan!73 ~ Ask Megan! Can a dancer still make it into NYCB if she has not been accepted into the School of American Ballet?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Tuesday .
Today’s question come from:
Brida’s dream is to dance for New York City Ballet but has not been accepted into their summer program. She wants to know if she still stands a chance of getting into her dream company.
Megan provides some caring advice!
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2016-04-0404 min
Ask Megan!72 ~ Ask Megan! Should a dancer just focus on ballet, or is learning other styles of dance acceptable?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Isabella who wants to try more Jazz but is worried about no using all of her time to focus on ballet.
Megan provides some sage advice!
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2016-03-3005 min
Ask Megan!71 ~ Ask Megan! Does it really matter which Summer Intensive a dancer attends?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Addie whose friends are telling her that she will only get good training if she goes to one of the top Summer Intensive Training programs in the country.
Megan provides some sage advice!
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2016-03-2905 min
Ask Megan!70 ~ Ask Megan! A Trainee is worried about getting behind in her online high schoolOn each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Liza who is finding herself getting behind in online high school due to her rigorous ballet training schedule.
Megan knows how to help as she has been taking college classes while dancing as a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet ~ her ideas are perfect!
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2016-03-2805 min
Ask Megan!69 ~ Ask Megan! How do you know when to send your child away to year round Ballet training?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Hi Megan, LOVE the show. As the mother of an aspiring dancer, how do I know when it is the right time to “send your kid” away to a year round training program. It seems as if dancers are moving away at VERY young ages. Does this really help them in their future career? Thank you so much for your answer, Carol
Megan truly helped Carol understand a great way to approach this common dilemma many parents are facing.
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2016-03-2309 min
Ask Megan!68 ~ Ask Megan! What dance bags are the professional’s favorite?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Hi Megan! I need a new dance bag. What bags are the most popular among the professionals? Thanks SO much for providing such great answers each week, I LOVE this show! Love, Maggie
This was a fun question for Megan to tackle!
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2016-03-2204 min
Ask Megan!67 ~ Ask Megan! Could Megan manage dancing in another dancer’s pointe shoes?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Hi Megan! I’m a big fan of yours and of NYCB. I saw a video of Wendy Whelan helping you sew up your pointe shoes. I’m not a dancer, so I didn’t know pointe shoes were so custom made. At this point in your career, do you think you could manage to dance in shoes made for another dancer? How many pairs do you go through a day and if you don’t mind me asking...
2016-03-2103 min
Ask Megan!66 ~ Ask Megan! How do shorter dancers lengthen their lines?
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Giuliana who asks Megan “As a fellow short dancer (I’m 5’1/’), I wonder what you do to lengthen your line. I love being compact and quick on my feet, but I have to admit that sometimes I’m disappointed when I watch myself dance in more adagio and lyrical combinations because the length just isn’t there. How can I enjoy being a short dancer but still get some elegant length going as well?”
Megan’s is...
2016-03-1605 min
Ask Megan!65 ~ Ask Megan! What do the professionals think of Ballet Competitions?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Sarah who wants to know what the professionals and Artistic Directors think about Ballet Competitions.
Megan’s answer is very thoughtful!
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2016-03-1506 min
Ask Megan!64 ~ Ask Megan! Vaganova versus Balanchine?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Sonya who wants to know Megan’s thoughts on the Vaganova method of ballet technique versus Balanchine’s style?
The Vaganova method is a ballet technique and training system devised by the Russian dancer and pedagogue Agrippina Vaganova (1879–1951).
Balanchine’s style has been described as neoclassic, a reaction to the Romantic anti-classicism, (which had turned into exaggerated theatricality) that was the prevailing style in Russian and European ballet when he had begun to dance...
2016-03-1407 min
Ask Megan!63 ~ Ask Megan! Are there companies that hire taller dancers?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Claire who is almost 6 feet and wants to know if there are any companies that hire taller dancers?
Megan provides some great ideas and even suggests looking at the Joffrey Ballet in Chicago as Fabrice Calmels is a dancer there. Fabrice is not only a previous guest on the Balancing Pointe Podcast AND in the Guiness Book of World Records as the tallest male dancer in the world.
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2016-03-0904 min
Ask Megan!62 ~ Ask Megan! What piece of music would Megan most like to perform?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Maya who wants to know what piece of music would Megan most like to perform and why?
Megan opens up about her favorite music and how much it moves her!
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2016-03-0804 min
Ask Megan!61 ~ Ask Megan! Why to dancers at New York City Ballet use paper towels in their pointe shoes rather than lambs wool?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Nancy who wants to know why the dancers at NYCB use paper towels for padding in their pointe shoes rather than softer lamb’s wool?
Megan really helps uncover this question thoroughly!
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2016-03-0706 min
Ask Megan!60 ~ ~ Ask Megan! What advice does Megan give to her students when she teaches?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions!
Today’s question come from:
Amy who is a Ballet Instructor. She recalls many lessons learned from teachers she had as a young aspiring dancer. She wonders what are Megan’s most important pieces of advice she tries to pass on to her student’s when she teaches.
Megan provides some solid and straightforward advice – you almost feel as if you took one of her classes!
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2016-03-0208 min
Ask Megan!59 ~ Ask Megan! What does it really take to make it to Soloist or Principal ranking in a Ballet Company?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions!
Today’s question come from:
Catherine who wants to know what it takes to make it as a Principal dancer versus never leaving the corps or soloist ranking?
Megan provides valuable insight into this great question.
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2016-03-0107 min
Ask Megan!58 ~ Ask Megan! How did Megan juggle Broadway and Ballet?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions!
Today’s question come from:
Helga who wants to how Megan was able to juggle a Broadway career while also remaining a career as a professional dancer with the New York City Ballet.
Megan sheds light on her life in both career paths.
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2016-02-2908 min
Ask Megan!57 ~ Ask Megan! What happens to a professional dancer who is injured during the season? Do they still get paid?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Carol who wants to know if a NYCB dancer is injured or otherwise unable to dance, what happens to them during the season while they are recovering? Are they still expected to come to work? Does the company provide them resources to help their recovery? And how can they still earn an income if they are unable to dance?
Megan’s sheds some interesting light on this great question.
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2016-02-1607 min
Ask Megan!56 ~ Ask Megan! How do Principal roles get decided upon and distributed in NYCB?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Noelle who wants to know how the Principal Roles get decided upon and distributed in New York City Ballet?
Megan’s sheds some interesting light on life inside one of the world’s most prestigious Ballet Companies.
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2016-02-1506 min
Ask Megan!55 ~ Ask Megan! When should a 17 year old dancer audition for a Professional Company?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
The mother of a 17 year old dancer who wants to know when is the “right” time to audition for professional companies.
Megan’s gives some really great advice in this episode!
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2016-02-1206 min
Ask Megan!54 ~ Ask Megan! Should you talk to the AD at a Summer Intensive Audition?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Carla who wants to know if she should make a point to say hello to the Artistic Director at a Summer Intensive audition if she attend the program in the past?
Megan’s response might surprise you.
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2016-02-1104 min
Ask Megan!53 ~ Ask Megan! Should a guy do weight training before going to a Summer Intensive for the first time?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Jonathan who wants to know if he should do any weight training before going to a Summer Intensive for the first time.
Megan did her research on this one!
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2016-02-1005 min
Ask Megan!52 ~ Ask Megan! A very special interview with Leanne Cope, a very special guest from Royal BalletOn each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today a listener brought Megan a brand new challenge and asked to hear from a Royal Ballet dancer.
As you will hear, NO listener challenge is too great for Megan Fairchild as she brings us an exclusive interview with Leanne Cope from Royal Ballet!
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2016-02-0938 min
Ask Megan!61 ~ Ask Megan! How to feel more confident when auditions are not going well.On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
CRUSHED who wrote in saying “Hi Megan, I am 17 years old and in the middle of Summer Intensive Auditions. Each year since I was 13 years old I have gotten into some very reputable programs (including SAB) and have always received at least one full scholarship. This year not only have I not received ANY scholarship but I have not really received many acceptances. I am SO upset because I work so hard and now I feel this T...
2016-02-0905 min
Ask Megan!51 ~ Ask Megan! How to make a stage smile look genuine?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
A listener who wants to know how to present a “real” smile on stage when you are nervous.
Megan provides great pointers for this question.
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2016-02-0804 min
Ask Megan!50 ~ Ask Megan! Which is Megan Fairchild’s favorite Nutcracker?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Rebecca who wants to know which is Megan’s favorite Nutcracker?
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2016-02-0504 min
Ask Megan!49 ~ Ask Megan? Where are the Women Directors and Choreographers?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Maya who wants to know why the world of professional Ballet is led mostly men?
Megan provides some valuable tips for anyone dancing Pointe.
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2016-02-0406 min
Ask Megan!48 ~ Ask Megan! How to learn more confidence in Pointe.On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Anna who feels nervous on Pointe when she moves from Barre to center?
Megan provides some valuable tips for anyone dancing Pointe.
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2016-02-0305 min
Ask Megan!47~Ask Megan! Who makes final casting decisions in NYCB?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Nancy who wants to know how final casting is done and who makes the final casting decisions?
Megan gives us the inside scoop!
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2016-02-0205 min
Ask Megan!46 ~ Ask Megan! How do you learn how to properly spot during a turn?On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Marcus who wants to know how to properly spot during his turns.
Megan dives in deep on how to learn to turn better!
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2016-02-0103 min
Ask Megan!45 ~ Ask Megan! Best way to hydrate?ASK MEGAN comes to you every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance.
The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Quinn who wants to know the best way to hydrate when she feels too full after drinking water.
Megan provides some really valuable advice!
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2016-01-2903 min
Ask Megan!44 ~ Ask Megan! How to impress the judges at an audition.ASK MEGAN comes to you every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance.
The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Emma who wants to know HOW to show the adjudicators that she loves dance and is determined to do well at the auditions.
Megan provides some...
2016-01-2804 min
Ask Megan!43 ~ Ask Megan! How do dancers juggle marriage and relationships while working for the same Company?ASK MEGAN comes to you every Monday through Friday and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance.
The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Today’s question come from:
Beckee who wants to know how it works with marriage and romance inside New York City Ballet.
Megan breaks down love and relationships as a professional dance...
2016-01-2706 min
Ask Megan!42 ~ Ask Megan! Does it matter what brand pointe shoes you wear for SAB auditions?ASK MEGAN comes to you every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance.
The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Allie who does not wear Freed Pointe shoes which are the recommended pointe for SAB and N...
2016-01-2604 min
Ask Megan!41 ~ Ask Megan! Why did Megan leave Ballet West for SAB?ASK MEGAN comes to you every Monday through Friday and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance.
The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Susan who asks Megan about her experiences at Ballet West and wonders why she did not stay...
2016-01-2504 min
Ask Megan!40 ~ Ask Megan! How does an aspiring dancer get into New York City Ballet?ASK MEGAN comes to you every Monday through Friday and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance.
The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Rachel who sent her question to Megan on Instagram and wants to know how she might be able...
2016-01-2204 min
Ask Megan!39 ~ Ask Megan! How to deal with studio jealousy.ASK MEGAN comes to you every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance.
The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
A dancer who wants to know how to deal with studio jealousy.
Megan addres...
2016-01-2106 min
Ask Megan!38 ~ Jenna asks Megan why her hip flexors hurt when stretching in the splits.ASK MEGAN comes to you every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance.
The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Jenna who wants to know why her hip flexors hurt so badly she stretches her splits...
2016-01-2002 min
Ask Megan!37 ~ Ivy wants to know what makes Megan Fairchild's pointe shoes special.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Ivy who wants to know what Pointe shoe maker Megan uses and what special features she has in her poi...
2016-01-1908 min
Ask Megan!36 ~ How much money do professional dancers make....and can you live off of it in a big city?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Selena who wants to know how to survive in a big city on a dancer’s salary.
Megan un...
2016-01-1805 min
Ask Megan!35 ~ The Life of a Corps de Ballet dancer.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Miranda who wants to know how long a Corps de Ballet dancer typically stays in the Corps?
Megan...
2016-01-1504 min
Ask Megan!34 ~ Does Megan Fairchild still love dancing Sugar Plum in the Nutcracker?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Today’s question come from:
Stephanie who is curious about how the Nutcracker season is managed differently from the rest of the season at New York City Ballet?
Megan provides us with a super interesting inside peek into the life of a dancer during Nutcracker at NYCB.
Find Me...
2016-01-1306 min
Ask Megan!33 ~Kaitlyn wants to know if participating in YAGP is a good idea.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Kaitlyn wants to know what Megan thinks about participating in the YAGP? Her new studio encourages it and she wants to hear what the professionals think about this competition.
Find Megan Fa...
2016-01-1204 min
Ask Megan!32 ~ How to prepare for auditions.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Katherine who wants to know how to do her best at auditions.
Megan handles this ever-too-common question with sage advice.
Find Megan Fairchild ~
website/Twitter/Instagram
D...
2016-01-1104 min
Ask Megan!31~ How to manage dance, homework and sleep.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Elise who wants to know how to handle a schedule filled with 5 hours of dance, 3 hours of homework and high school and still get enough sleep.
Megan handles this ever-too-common question...
2016-01-0804 min
Ask Megan!30 ~ Should a dancer move at their own pace or attend a rigid and focused program?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Jenny who wants to know if a young dancer should be in a curriculum that is rigid and focused or move at their own pace?
Megan tackles this tough question with wisdom while p...
2016-01-0703 min
Ask Megan!29 ~ Amanda wants to know if she should audition again for SAB?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Amanda who has attended SAB twice on full scholarship but has not been asked to stay. What should she do for this year’s auditions?
Megan provides advice you might not have heard befor...
2016-01-0604 min
Ask Megan!28 ~ Marie is not allowed to go to a year round training program until she is a senior and seeks advice.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Marie who is a high school freshman Her parent’s will not allow her to go away to a year round training program until her senior year. She is concerned that this will be too...
2016-01-0503 min
Ask Megan!27 ~ Megan Fairchild interviews her sister-in-law and fellow NYCB Principal Dancer, Tiler Peck.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s episode brings you an Exclusive interview with none other than Megan’s sister in law and NYCB Principal Dancer Tiler Peck!
Find Megan Fairchild ~
website/Twitter/Instagram
Do you have a question a...
2016-01-0429 min
Ask Megan!26 ~ How to learn choreography when suffering from dyslexia.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Maria who suffers from dyslexia and has a hard time learning new choreography.
Megan provides shares some great tips for this problem.
Find Megan Fairchild ~
website/Twitter/In...
2016-01-0104 min
Ask Megan!25 ~ How to resist smoking as a dancer.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Heidi is the mother of an aspiring dancer and wants to how Megan resisted smoking as a dancer and how to address this as a parent. How know can you please discuss how you re...
2015-12-3105 min
Ask Megan!24 ~ Can you still dance professionally if you go to college first?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Aubrey who is 17 years old. She wants to dance professionally but her parents want her to attend college first. Will this ruin her chances of dancing professionally?
Megan provides some valuable a...
2015-12-3004 min
Ask Megan!23 ~ What do professional dancers eat?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Allie who wants to know what professional dancers eat.
Megan provides great nutritional advice for all dancers.
Find Megan Fairchild ~
website/Twitter/Instagram
Do you have...
2015-12-2903 min
Ask Megan!22 ~How to get over feeling self conscious during rehearsals.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Harper who struggles with dancing with expression during rehearsals because she becomes too self conscious. She knows that she needs to get past this problem if she is going to get better parts but...
2015-12-2803 min
Ask Megan!21 ~ What to do when your studio does not provide enough training?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Hailey who is worried about the fact that her home studio no longer provides the level of training she needs, but has not been asked to stay year round at her summer intensive...
2015-12-2504 min
Ask Megan!20 ~ Today Emily wants help with her non-archy feet.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Emily who is worried that her non-archy feet don’t look good in pointe shoes.
Megan shares some specific exercises to help build better arches, especially for those who were not born...
2015-12-2403 min
Ask Megan!19 ~ What does it mean to have an extra bone in your foot and should Sara have surgery?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Sara who has been diagnosed with an extra bone in her foot. She is only 14 years old and is worried about having surgery.
Megan shares with us the fact that this is a...
2015-12-2305 min
Ask Megan!18 ~ Robert wants to know how Megan approaches her role in “Theme and Variations” .ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Robert wants to know how she approaches her role in “Theme and Variations” which can seem overwhelming.
Megan dives into her personal thoughts on what has become the role that is most spec...
2015-12-2206 min
Ask Megan!17 ~ Seraphina calls in from Singapore with a question about keeping her ankles strong.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Seraphina who calls from Singapore and wants to know how to strengthen her ankles. She has very “bendy” feet and is worried about an injury.
Megan breaks down and describes some very sp...
2015-12-2107 min
Ask Megan!16 ~ Cosette wants to know how to balance her academic and ballet goals.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Cosette who wants to know how to balance her Academic goals with her goal to pursue a career in professional Ballet.
Megan reflects on some of her struggles with her personal...
2015-12-1804 min
Ask Megan!15 ~ Nikki asks about coming back after an injury.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Nikki who wants to know how to deal with feelings of insecurity after coming back after an injury that had her suffering for an entire year.
Megan provides Nikki with some ext...
2015-12-1705 min
Ask Megan!14 ~ The trick to learning corrections without taking notes.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Stephanie who wants to what Megan’s favorite role is to dance.
Megan really gives us great insight into her personal experience with this role.
Find Megan Fairchild ~
websi...
2015-12-1603 min
Ask Megan!13 ~ Today Megan shares with us why Coppélia is her favorite role to dance.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Stephanie who wants to what Megan’s favorite role is to dance.
Megan really gives us great insight into her personal experience with this role.
Find Megan Fairchild ~
websi...
2015-12-1505 min
Ask Megan!12 ~Does a soft injury indicate a bigger problem?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s question come from:
Katie who wants to know when a “soft” injury indicates a bigger problem and when to see a doctor.
Megan really dives in with great detail on Katie’s question.
Find M...
2015-12-1405 min
Ask Megan!11 ~ Today Anna asks about auditioning for SAB.ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s questions come from:
Anna who wants to know how best to audition for School of American Ballet after having been on pointe for one year.
Megan provides very thoughtful and personal answers to these qu...
2015-12-1104 min
Ask Megan!10 ~Today’s listener wants to know about being a stage door fan!In celebration of today’s 10th episode of the Ask Megan and its growing success, we are expanding the show to three times each week!
ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s questions come from:
Morgan who asks whether she minds when fans wait...
2015-12-1006 min
Ask Megan!09 ~ A Mother worries about her daughter's nutritionASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you! Today Megan answers the question from the mom of a young dancer who wants to know how to keep her daughter's diet healthy and focused on nutrient dense foods. Megan provides information on how she approaches nutrition in he...
2015-12-0911 min
Ask Megan!08 ~ What to do when your mom says NO to ballet classes?ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Today’s questions come from:
– Mary who wants to convince her mother to let her take ballet classes;
– Jared who wants to know what it takes to get asked to stay for the Winter Term at the School of American Ballet.
Megan provides very thoughtful and personal answers to these...
2015-12-0808 min
Ask Megan!07 ~ What is life REALLY like as a professional ballerina?This week Megan answer’s questions about the reality of life as a professional dancer.
ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s questions come from:
– Nancy who asks how injuries are dealt within New York City Ballet;
– Maya who asks how the s...
2015-12-0708 min
Ask Megan!06 ~ How do dancers stay in shape while on vacation?Today's episode comes to you straight from Cancun Mexico! ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild.
On each episode Megan answers YOUR questions each and every Monday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s questions come from:
– Leigh Ann who wants to know how Megan stays in shape while on vacatio...
2015-12-0606 min
Ask Megan!05 ~ Is ballet just for young dancers or teens? Megan answers Miranda's question today.On this episode Megan answers two of our listener’s questions. ASK MEGAN comes to you five days a week and is brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast ~ the TOP rated podcast on Ballet and Dance. The Ask Megan show is hosted by world renowned New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild. On each episode of this show Megan will be answering YOUR questions each and every Monday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you! Today’s questions come from: – Miranda who takes adult ballet class. She asks Megan abou...
2015-12-0507 min
Ask Megan!04 ~ Megan Fairchild interviews New York City Ballet Principal dancer Sara Mearns!On this episode, Megan takes over as the interview host of her own show and interviews New York City Principal Dancer Sara Mearns.
Perhaps a first ever experience.
Megan and Sara are not only dancers but very great friends, so this episode feels like you are sitting with them in their home or over coffee.
Megan asks great questions that really help give an authentic peak into the life of a professional dancer. Sara shares her favorite roles, as well as how deeply recently deceased Albert Evans’ death has affected her on a daily...
2015-12-0444 min
Ask Megan!03 ~ Today Megan provides more insight into working on Broadway.This week Megan answers two of our listener’s questions. ASK MEGAN is a weekly show hosted by New York City Ballet’s Principal Dancer Megan Fairchild. On each episode of this show Megan will be answering YOUR questions each and every Monday. Each episode will feature an actual question submitted from someone like you!
Today’s questions come from:
– Bethany who asks Megan about how she can use her Broadway experience to bring a fresh perspective to ballet;
Florrie who asks Megan how she maintains a healthy balance in life in her busy life as...
2015-12-0311 min
Ask Megan!02 ~ How to navigate training,, dealing with stage fright and the levels of Corps de Ballet are questions answered in this episode.In this episode of ASK Megan, we answer three of YOUR questions. Today’s questions come from: – Ellen who asks about developing stage presence in spite of being shy and self conscious; – Maya who asks about what it means to be a Senior Corps de Ballet; – Heidi who is the mother of an aspiring dancer wondering about making decisions regarding training. Megan provides very thoughtful and personal answers to these questions. Find Megan Fairchild ~ website/Twitter/Instagram Do you have a question about Ballet?
2015-12-0211 min
Ask Megan!01 ~ Juliet asks Megan Fairchild about a typical day on Broadway.Hi! My name is Kimberly Falker and I am the host of the top rated Podcast on Ballet and I am thrilled to share bring you the first ever Ballet Advice Podcast, brought to you by Balancing Pointe Podcast and hosted by world famous New York City Principal ballerina, Megan Fairchild. Today is the first episode of a the ASK MEGAN! show. On each episode of this show Megan will be answering YOUR questions! Today Juliet asks Megan what a typical day on Broadway is like compared to a typical day as a d...
2015-12-0108 min