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Turn Out RadioLove, rhythm and celebrationThis week on Turn Out Radio, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with award winning choreographers, performers in stage and film, and co-artistic directors of Kaeja d’Dance, Allen and Karen Kaeja. Both join the show to share thoughts about life, dance, family, and celebrating 36 years of marriage. Our thanks to Dance Collection Danse for supporting with the organizing of this broadcast.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, a...
2025-09-2751 minTurn Out RadioSurrealism, discovery, and the power of humourThis week on Turn Out Radio, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Alyssa Martin (Founder and Artistic Director of Rock Bottom Movement). Tune in as they discuss Martin's thoughts on creating from a process which explores surrealism, humour, and absurd perspectives. Thank you to Citadel et Compagnie for today's episode. Visit the organization to learn about their 2025/26 season. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nic...
2025-08-2358 minTurn Out RadioTransforming the conditions of the human spiritOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with interdisciplinary artist Brinae Ali who opens up about using the power of the arts to transform the conditions of the human spirit. Tune in to the episode, as Ali also shares about presenting in the 2025 dance Immersion Legacy Summit. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, fea...
2025-08-0759 minTurn Out RadioDancing in a procession experience, rooted in oppressionOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with multi-award-winning artist-scholar, dance educator, and cultural arts programmer Collette ‘Coco’ Murray. Tune in as Murray shares critical thoughts about liberation, emancipation, and what it means to dance in a procession experience, rooted in oppression.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at...
2025-08-0250 minTurn Out RadioReflections of dance and loveOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton steps behind the mic with Newton Moraes (Artistic Director of Newton Moraes Dance Theatre). Tune in for the episode as Moraes reflects upon love, loss, inspiration, and the pathways of his journey in dance. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.tur...
2025-07-2658 minTurn Out RadioDance in the human body, and relating to the sacredOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Zab Maboungou (artistic director of Nyata-Nyata). Tune in as Maboungou shares thoughts about dance in the human body, relating to the sacred, and the dance technique LOKETO. This interview is brought to you by the AMANI Project. Technical production of the extended, 2022 version of this interview, is facilitated by Amber Downie Back.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the st...
2025-07-1958 minTurn Out RadioCelebrating 45 years of the Dora Mavor Moore AwardsOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with annemieke wade (Executive Director of Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts). Tune in for the broadcast as annemieke shares thoughts about the support and upliftment of the performing arts sector, and the highly anticipated 45th Anniversary of the Dora Mavor Moore Awards presented by the Romano D’Andrea Foundation. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Ha...
2025-06-2856 minTurn Out RadioTheo x Travis: Jazz is DeadOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Timea Wharton-Suri (Arts executive, educator, curator, and producer) and Travis Knights (Tap Dancer, storyteller, and cultural leader). Tune in as they discuss collaboration, and the world premiere; Theo x Travis: Jazz is Dead. Conceived by Timea Wharton-Suri and co-commissioned by dance Immersion and Luminato Festival, Jazz is Dead isn’t a tribute—it’s a rebirth. On stage June 21, 2025. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on...
2025-06-1458 minTurn Out RadioBurn Baby, BurnOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Anisa Tejpar and Carleen Zouboules to discuss the many facets of their artistic work and practices, and the highly anticipated return of the production Burn Baby, Burn by Guillaume Côté + Côté Danse. Presented in partnership with TO Live and Show One Productions, Burn Baby, Burn is on stage June 6-8, 2025. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host N...
2025-06-0455 minTurn Out RadioDandyism, revolution and resistanceOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Ziza Patrick (Multidisciplinary performing artist and dance theatre maker). Tune in as Ziza discusses revolution, resistance, and the radical acts that fuel Dandyism. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at
2025-05-3158 minTurn Out RadioThe Center Will Not HoldOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Michelle Dorrance and Ephrat “Bounce” Asherie to discuss The Center Will Not Hold. The highly anticipated Dorrance Dance Production brings together a collective of singular performers rooted in house, breaking, hip hop, tap dance, Chicago footwork, Detroit jit, litefeet, Memphis jookin, and body percussion.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about...
2025-05-1058 minTurn Out RadioFinding MeOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton welcomes Brittnee Habbib (Co-Founder and Head Coach at Girl Power’d) to the show for a conversation about the vision behind Habbib's company, and the release of her new film FINDING ME.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutrad...
2025-05-0358 minTurn Out RadioTOTALOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Aisha Sasha John (Performer, choreographer, and poet) who opens up about her mantra, the new poetry collection entitled 'Total', and her recent work 'The Pool' presented by Toronto Dance Theatre featuring the TDT company ensemble. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dan...
2025-04-1958 minTurn Out RadioLand, home, and spirit-centric visionOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Sandra Laronde (Director, producer, choreographer, author, and Executive & Artistic Director of Red Sky Performance) who shares thoughts about her GGPAA 2025 award announcement, growing up on the land, storytelling, and the vision at the forefront of Red Sky Performance. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and t...
2025-03-1556 minTurn Out RadioMOEM – BODYOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Hanna Kiel (Artistic Director of Human Body Expression) who discusses the pulse of the heart, self expression, human condition, and the highly anticipated run of MOEM – BODY at Fleck Dance Theatre. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turno...
2025-03-0854 minTurn Out RadioCreative explorations, and Citadel LiveOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Laurence Lemieux (Choreographer and Artistic Director of Citadel + Compagnie), who opens up about her aspirations, artistic practices, and the 2024/ 2025 season presented by Citadel Live.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email...
2025-01-2556 minTurn Out RadioIntegrating Anti-Racist Collaboration with African-Diasporic Teaching Dance ArtistsOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with multi-award-winning artist-scholar, dance educator, and cultural arts programmer, Collette ‘Coco‘ Murray who discusses her contributions to the publication of Arts-Based Pedagogies, and shares thoughts about the integration of anti-racist collaboration with African-Diasporic teaching dance artists.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance...
2025-01-1856 minTurn Out RadioArts-Based PedagogiesOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Dr. Tanya Berg who discusses the new publication Arts-Based Pedagogies which explores the transformative potential of creative-learning through the implementation of arts integration, in K-12 classrooms.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact...
2025-01-0858 minTurn Out RadioCreating community through song and dance: Variations on BrainDance themesOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with sisters Jennifer Nikolai (Associate Professor), and Laurel Nikolai (Arts Educator), who discuss their research work on creating community through song and dance: Variations on Brain Dance themes.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Cont...
2024-12-2558 minTurn Out RadioHistory, oral tradition, and legacyOn this part two interview, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Sue Samuels (Founder and Artistic Director of Jazz Roots Dance Company), Elka Samuels Smith (Founder and Executive Director of Divine Rhythm Productions), and Jason Samuels Smith (dancer, choreographer, director, humanitarian) who reflect upon history, oral tradition, and the legacy of JoJo’s Dance Factory. Visit the part one interview via our archive library at www.turnoutradio.com.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both...
2024-12-1159 minTurn Out RadioReclaiming agency and healingOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with multidisciplinary artist Blessyl Buan who opens up about her personal process for reclaiming agency and healing, while sharing insight about the sacred nature of creation work.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact...
2024-11-2058 minTurn Out RadioMoving sculptures and Tomato BluesOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with choreographer Lina Cruz who discusses her approaches to dance practice, moving sculptures, and her creation of "Tomato Blues." A work which is set to present November 8-9, 2024 at Moonhorse Dance Theatre's nationally acclaimed performance series, Older & Reckless. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest...
2024-11-0758 minTurn Out RadioIn studio with DCD Hall of Fame inductee Joey HollingsworthOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Joey Hollingsworth (Tap dancer, musician and singer) who shares historical moments, and thoughts about his induction into the 2024 Dance Collection Danse Hall of Fame. The DCD Hall of Fame event held at the Palais Royale Ballroom in Toronto, ON., on November 10, 2024, is produced by Vickie Fagan. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn...
2024-10-301h 09Turn Out RadioEmerging reflectionsOn this artist spotlight episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with physiotherapist, and emerging professional dancer Hayley Ng who shares her personal thoughts on the rewards, challenges, and aspirations associated with being an emerging artist.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact...
2024-10-2607 minTurn Out RadioThe Meditations of AgrimonyOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with multidisciplinary creative Sophie Dow, who joins the show to share thoughts about care beyond the stage, and the meditations of fear, connection, truth, and identity. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us vi...
2024-10-1659 minTurn Out RadioFall for Dance North anniversary featureOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Ilter Ibrahimof, (Co-founder, and outgoing Artistic Director of Fall for Dance North), and newly appointed co-directors Lily Sutherland (FFDN Festival Director & Co-CEO) and Robert Binet (FFDN Artistic Director & Co-CEO) to discuss the 10th anniversary celebration of the Fall for Dance North Festival (FFDN), and the future of the organization. This episode is an extended season 5, episode 5 interview from the FFDN MAMBO Podcast (hosted by Ilter Ibrahimof, and Nicole Inica Hamilton).● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week...
2024-10-0959 minTurn Out RadioCelebrating diversity, beauty, glamour, and the Toronto Burlesque FestivalOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Dainty Smith, (Founder of Les Femme Fatales: Women of Colour burlesque troupe, the first burlesque troupe for women of colour in Canada) who opens up about the politics of desirability, being in lover-ship with ourselves, and the Toronto Burlesque Festival.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featur...
2024-10-0353 minTurn Out RadioBurn Baby, BurnOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Guillaume Côté (Artistic Director of Côté Danse) who discusses the latest full-length creation from the company, making its Toronto debut at the 2024 Fall for Dance North Festival. The creation "Burn Baby, Burn" explores fire as a symbol of passion and intensity, the very qualities humanity must harness to address climate change. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host...
2024-10-0259 min
MamboLily Sutherland, Robert Binet, and Ilter Ibrahimof in conversation with Nicole Inica HamiltonWhen the founding Artistic Director of Fall for Dance North, and of course the co-host of Mambo!, Ilter Ibrahimof announced that he was leaving the organization after 10 glorious years, one of the most important questions that arose was: Who would take over the reins and drive the mission and vision of the festival forward? A Transition Committee was formed by FFDN’s Board of Directors and Martin Bragg & Associates was engaged to help with the international search. What emerged at the end was closer to home than anyone could have imagined. In July 2024, Lily Sutherland, the festival’s current Executi...
2024-09-2625 min
MamboAmelia Rose Griffin and Liz Winkelaar in conversation with Nicole Inica HamiltonBased in Canada's capital city Ottawa, Propeller Dance is a leading company that celebrates Disability Pride, joy, and culture. At the core of the company's work is the belief that dance is for all people, and as wide a breadth of expression as possible is of value. A ground-breaking moment in the Canadian dance landscape, Propeller Dance’s double-bill production ‘Waiting in the Wings No More’ will have its Toronto premiere at the 10th annual festival, combining two distinct but connected dance creations. We sat down with Propeller’s interim artistic director Amelia Rose Griffin and founding ensemble member Liz Winke...
2024-09-2631 min
MamboAlyssa Martin in conversation with Nicole Inica HamiltonIn Alyssa Martin’s new full-length creation Big Time Miss a group of funny people are forced to dissolve their clownish selves in favour of their lush emotional interiors, as they navigate the turbulence of their real lives. A multi-Dora Award winner, Alyysa is best known for her tongue-in-cheek approach to dance making. She creates stage works that demand that you not look away, despite feeling unsure of what it is you are looking at. She and her ensemble approach all that they do with high-energy mischief and deep consideration for the audiences who come to play. We sat do...
2024-09-2626 minTurn Out RadioLegacy, and the inspirations of family history (Part 1)On this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Sue Samuels (teacher, choreographer, and performer), Elka Samuels Smith (founder and Executive Director of Divine Rhythm Productions), and Jason Samuels Smith (dancer, choreographer, director, humanitarian) who reflect upon inspiring family history, and the legacy of JoJo's Dance Factory. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and t...
2024-09-2559 minTurn Out RadioThe Toronto Caribbean Carnival - Liberation & the dancing bodyOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Ronald A. Taylor (Artistic Director of Ronald Taylor Dance) and Collette 'Coco' Murray (Artistic Director of Coco Collective) who discuss the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, and the exploration of the dancing body in relationship to liberation from bondage.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, fe...
2024-07-2459 minTurn Out RadioThe healing power of PlayOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Mayumi Lashbrook (Curator and Artistic Producer of Porch View Dances 2024) who opens up about PVD, creating experiential work, and conscious bodies methodology.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at ...
2024-07-1759 minTurn Out RadioSustainability as an art practiceOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with multidisciplinary artist Diana Lopez Soto, who opens up about sustainability, and how culture, heritage, and relationship to earth inform her practice.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at turnou...
2024-07-1059 minTurn Out RadioExploring humanness and consciousnessOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Dorotea Saykaly (Award winning Canadian choreographer and performing artist) who joins the show to share thoughts on the themes and explorations which inform her work. Including, her curiosities and paramount interests of what makes us human.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest i...
2024-05-2959 minTurn Out Radio30 years of the Little Pear Garden Dance CompanyOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Emily Cheung (Artistic Director of the Little Pear Garden Dance Company) who discusses the relationships between Chinese Classical, and Chinese Contemporary Dance, the 30th anniversary of the Little Pear Garden Dance Company, and celebrating Asian Heritage Month.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the lates...
2024-05-2259 minTurn Out RadioThe celebration of legacyOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Vivine Scarlett (dance Immersion Founder & Global Engagement Advisor) and Timea Wharton-Suri (dance Immersion Curator & Executive Director) who open up about the extraordinary intergenerational and international legacy of dance immersion, and the company's 30th anniversary celebration. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and t...
2024-05-1556 minTurn Out RadioLife inspirations and the contemplations of emergingOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Kevin Lau (Company member of Côté Danse, and The Klein Collective) who opens up about the inspirations which drive his dance practice, and the contemplations of emerging.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.c...
2024-04-0359 minTurn Out RadioUnclearingOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Malgorzata Nowacka-May (Artistic Director of the Chimera Project Dance Theatre) who opens up about societal realities, connection, and the contemplations explored in the double bill world premiere of Unclearing.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutra...
2024-03-2759 minTurn Out RadioEmbodiment, connectivity, and collective transformationOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with award-winning choreographer, director and embodiment facilitator Shannon Litzenberger who opens up about the exploration of embodiment, and the powerful prospects of creating, and leading together within community among our distinct complexities.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dan...
2024-02-1459 minTurn Out RadioDeciphersOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with co-performers and choreographers Naishi Wang and Jean Abreu to discuss Deciphers. A work which explores the complexities of communication through the lens of understanding and misunderstanding, while addressing translation as a linguistic phenomenon centering on the immigrant experience.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and t...
2024-02-0758 minTurn Out RadioTraditional FutureOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with dancer, and choreographer Fernando Anuang’a who discusses his internationally-renowned contemporary Maasaï dance solo, TRADITIONAL FUTURE, and how the work explores evolving tradition towards modernity.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via...
2024-01-1758 minTurn Out RadioA meditative journeyOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with performer/choreographer/art maker Allison Cummings who opens up about returning to the stage with her new solo work, Bear; presented by Citadel Live. A deeply personal work which speaks to the unpredictable nature of life. A work which has been influenced by Allison’s own journey through breast cancer, and the reality of facing her own mortality as a mother to a young child. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we...
2024-01-1059 minTurn Out RadioThe Legacy ProjectOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Heather Cornell (Artistic Director and co-founder of Manhattan Tap) to discuss Tap dance, oral history, and the Legacy Project.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at turnoutradio...
2023-12-1359 minTurn Out RadioEngaging seasoned professional artists in CanadaOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Scott Walker (Executive Director of the Canadian Artists Network) who joins the show to discuss the measures of support, programming, and services that the organization offers seasoned artists.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio...
2023-11-2949 minTurn Out RadioPersonal growth and self-reflectionOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Performance Coach Shawn Byfield to discuss thoughts on self-reflection, and Byfield's new workbook “You Came to Slay.”● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at turnoutradio@ciut.fm.
2023-11-1559 minTurn Out RadioPassionOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Piotr Stanczyk (Principal Dancer with The National Ballet of Canada) who reflects upon his first moments at the company, intentionality in movement and storytelling, and his journey into retirement.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutr...
2023-11-0859 minTurn Out RadioThe power of onwardsOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Mimi Beck (Founding Dance Curator at DanceWorks) who opens up about her work at DanceWorks, exploring dreams and interests in retirement, and her induction into the DCD Hall of Fame. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnout...
2023-10-251h 00Turn Out RadioKAMUYOTOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton and guest host Ilter Ibrahimof (Artistic Director of Fall for Dance North) sit down with Alejandro Cerrudo (Artistic director of Charlotte Ballet) to discuss the highly anticipated Toronto performance KAMUYOT, and the 2023 FFDN Festival.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.tu...
2023-09-2759 min
MamboFreddy Gipp and Thunder Jack in conversation with Nicole Inica Hamilton The 9th annual Fall for Dance North festival runs September 26th to October 7th 2023, with both free and ticketed in-person and digital events.Tkaronto Open is a free event, co-presented with Union, and will take place on September 30th at Union Station's West Wing. Doors open at 10am with the competition starting at noon.Visit ffdnorth .com for more info.This episode of Mambo was produced by Johnny Spence and Ben Whiteley, with help from Milana Glumicic.Our theme music is by Johnny Spence.Thanks for listening.
2023-09-2721 minTurn Out RadioDiscussing Ballet BlackOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Cassa Pancho (Founder and Artistic Director of Ballet Black) who shares about the work of the company, and the Fall for Dance North performance of NINA: By Whatever Means. Choreographed by award-winning choreographer Mthuthuzeli November.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in danc...
2023-09-2059 minTurn Out RadioThe Breakin' Convention and fifty years of hip hopOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with MC, dancer, spoken word artist, and director Jonzi D who opens up about the Breakin' Convention, and 50 years of hip hop.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at turnout...
2023-09-1359 minTurn Out RadioIn discussion with the Honorable Dr. Jean AugustineOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with the Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine who shares thoughts about the social justice climate, activism, the CaribbeanTales International Film Festival, and the inaugural Augustine Award of Excellence which is named in her honor. An award which celebrates those in dance, film, music, and photography.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about o...
2023-09-0653 minTurn Out RadioExploring deep connection through the practice of creationOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with award winning choreographer, Debra Brown to discuss exploring deep connection through the practice of creation.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at turnoutradio@ciut.fm.
2023-08-3057 minTurn Out RadioThe power of growing olderOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with dancer, choreographer, teacher, and artistic director Terrill Maguire who shares thoughts about the power of growing older in her artistic practice, and what she is considering as she aligns her practice with global climate issues and environmental realities.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and...
2023-08-2358 minTurn Out RadioArtistic encounters, and dance made in CanadaOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Yvonne Ng (Co-festival director of dance: made in canada / fait au canada) who discusses her personal journey, the festival, and how the event creates opportunity for new awareness and the expansion of contemporary perspectives, and compositions.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest i...
2023-08-1659 minTurn Out RadioMoving partsOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Denise Fujiwara (Choreographer, director, Artistic Director of Fujiwara Dance Inventions) who discusses her work MOVING PARTS which investigates the beauty, and complexity of the human body.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact...
2023-08-0258 minTurn Out RadioThe Art of BalanceOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with guest Rhonda Roberts (Performer, educator and adjudicator) who reflects upon her career journey, the power of moving through her 50’s, and the art of balance.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutrad...
2023-07-1957 minTurn Out RadioLeap (of faith)On this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Jenn Goodwin (dance artist, curator, and artistic producer/programmer) who opens up about exploring the play, power, and politics of the body in motion. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.c...
2023-07-0559 minTurn Out RadioThe Magic of AssemblyOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Andrew Tay (Artistic Director of Toronto Dance Theatre), and Ashley “Colours” Perez (Co-Artistic Director of Mix Mix Dance) who open up about collaboration, approaches to their artistic practices, and Toronto Dance Theatre's Dora Mavor Moore award nominated "The Magic of Assembly."● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featur...
2023-06-2659 minTurn Out RadioHolistic approaches and community connectionOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with dancer, producer and the founder of Girl Power’d Brittnee Habbib who shares about her holistic approach to teaching young artists, connection to self and others, and how her journey as a Canadian national gymnast informs her dance practice. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featur...
2023-06-2159 minTurn Out RadioA look withinOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with choreographer and creative director Hollywood Jade to open up about soul searching, pride, and the upcoming DIVA Toronto Edition Drag Show.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at turnou...
2023-06-0759 minTurn Out RadioAn exploration and investigation of a mental health journeyOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with guests Ronald A. Taylor (Ronald Taylor Dance), and Michelle Herbert (Black Mental Health Canada) to discuss the investigation of mental health illness of Caribbean persons, living in Canada. This episode also opens up shares from Taylor who reflects on his personal psychosis diagnosis, and the journey that followed. This broadcast is presented in partnership by dance Immersion, and Turn Out Radio.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories t...
2023-05-2459 minTurn Out RadioNo excuses, no limits, and learning to do things our own wayOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Luca “Lazylegz” Patuelli who opens up about family, ILL-Abilities, the Olympics, Harbourfront Centre's JUNIOR festival, and adapting a mindset of learning to do things our own way.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact...
2023-05-1759 minTurn Out RadioInspiration, healing, and a look beyond the stage: With Nicole Inica Hamilton and Travis Knights - Part 2On this episode, guest co-host Travis Knights sits down with Turn Out Radio producer/ host Nicole Inica Hamilton for part 2 of their discussion which takes a look into Hamilton’s career, loss, dreams, and intimate thoughts on her life beyond the stage.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in...
2023-05-1058 minTurn Out RadioInspiration, healing, and a look beyond the stage: With Nicole Inica Hamilton and Travis Knights - Part 1On this episode, guest co-host Travis Knights sits down with Turn Out Radio producer/ host Nicole Inica Hamilton for a discussion which takes a look into Hamilton’s career, loss, dreams, and intimate thoughts on her life beyond the stage.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutr...
2023-05-0359 minTurn Out RadioCultural reclamation, identity and ceremonyOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Dr. Blessyl Buan who opens up about her current dance research and creation, “Rara: Reweaving Diasporic Futures” which explores themes of cultural reclamation, identity, and ceremony through the interplay of natural materials and movement.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at...
2023-03-0859 minTurn Out RadioTo begin: A journey in self love and discoveryOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Sakina Ibrahim to discuss the power of self-care, sub-conscious programming, and healing. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at turnoutradio@ciut.fm.
2023-03-0158 minTurn Out RadioThe legacy of the Alvin Ailey American Dance TheaterOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Robert Battle, Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to discuss the legacy of the company, his historical journey, and the repertoire work which celebrates our common humanity.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutra...
2023-02-0157 minTurn Out RadioCelebrating the 33rd annual International Conference and Festival of Blacks in DanceOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Vivine Scarlett, founder of dance Immersion to discuss IABD's 33rd annual International Conference and Festival of Blacks in Dance, it’s beginnings, and how it supports dancers and dances of the African diaspora. This broadcast also features celebrated choreographer John Alleyne, who will be one of five individuals honored at the event. Each year IABD honors and celebrates dance leaders who have significantly impacted and influenced the art form, while enhancing its rich cultural landscape and legacy.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We i...
2023-01-2558 minTurn Out RadioMental skills training, and the intersection of well-being and mindfulnessOn this episode, host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with guest Lauren Ritchie to open up about mental skills training, mental performance, and the intersection of well-being and mindfulness.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at...
2023-01-1859 minTurn Out RadioElevating and PurposeOn this episode, listen to the re-airing of our 2020 interview with Host Nicole Inica Hamilton and guests Chloe and Maud Arnold of Syncopated Ladies. This inspiring conversation opens up about purpose, legacy, elevating artists, their journey in dance, and more.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnou...
2022-12-2859 minTurn Out RadioUpliftment in the IABD audition spaceOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD) Audition Artistic Leads Nabachwa Ssensalo and Jamal Story to discuss the audition space, measures of self-care prep for auditionees, and how the IABD is uplifting and providing opportunities through auditions for Blacks in dance.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, fe...
2022-12-2159 minTurn Out RadioThe practice of intimacy coordinationOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Anisa Tejpar who shares how her work as an Intimacy Coordinator and Director focuses on creating brave spaces, defining consent, and filtering care for those onstage, the bystanders in the studio, and the audiences who watch, listen and are affected emotionally by weighted acts being performed.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Lea...
2022-12-0759 minTurn Out RadioThe practice of conscious leadershipOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with dancer, teacher, and CEO of BAMDance Ali Phillips, who opens up about the practice of conscious leadership and its potential to be paramount in innovation, creativity, motivation and service.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutr...
2022-11-3058 minTurn Out RadioCodifying our dancesOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Vivine Scarlett, Travis Knights, Zahra Harriet Badua and Thomas Talawa Prestø to explore critical considerations when codifying dances of the African Diaspora. This episode is broadcasted in partnership with dance Immersion.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dan...
2022-11-1658 minTurn Out RadioCreating on and beyond the stageOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with co-artistic directors of Kaeja d'Dance, Allen and Karen Kaeja to open up about their creative and personal paths both on and beyond the stage. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact u...
2022-11-0959 minTurn Out RadioEducation, advocacy, and the mission of NEAMAOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Keanu Uchida and Leslie Scott Zanovitch to discuss the newly launched NEAMA (Non profit Education and Advocacy for the Movement Arts.) An organization whose mission is to support transformative change toward safer practices in the movement arts.****This broadcast contains sensitive information and discussion regarding abuse. Listener discretion is advised. For questions related to this episode, please contact Turn Out Radio at turnoutradio@ciut.fm. For support and more information regarding the shares in this broadcast from the featured guests, visit www.neamacares.org.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank...
2022-10-2659 minTurn Out RadioInitiating arts from a place of serviceOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Colleen Snell (Artistic Director and Co-Founder of Frog in Hand) who opens up about initiating art from a place of service, the power of site specific work, and the incubation of a new arts space launching in 2023 that will take the form of a geodesic dome.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Lea...
2022-10-1957 minTurn Out RadioThe Dance Collection Danse Hall of Fame celebrationOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with DCD Hall of Fame Inductees Rhodnie Désir and Alejandro Ronceria who share thoughts on their induction, and the creative practices that inform and serve their work and community.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turn...
2022-09-2858 min
Currently in DanceThe Artist Behind the Work with Nicole Inica HamiltonWe have arrived -- our first season finale! For our final episode, Nicole Inica Hamilton joins host Esie Mensah to talk about the dance media field and the importance of getting to know the artist behind the work. Hamilton is the host and producer of Turn Out Radio, a counsellor and the artistic director of Inica Dance Industries. She is also Currently in Dance's consulting producer.
2022-09-2327 minTurn Out RadioBelonging, land and the preservation of traditionsOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Victoria Mata who shares thoughts about Cacao | A Venezuelan Lament, the new live performance work about belonging, land and the preservation of traditions. This discussion opens up insight into the lived realities of Venezuela’s cacao farmers, and the tensions between remembering and forgetting.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more abo...
2022-09-2158 minTurn Out RadioSvāhā! A love letter to dance and dancersOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Nova Bhattacharya who opens up about how Svāhā! the epic pageant of dance, chant, and ritual, is bringing differences together. The discussion explores Bhattacharya’s thoughts on how dance, recitation, pulsating rhythms, and intense emotions are performed in the work with passion and precision to create a collage of moving images, offering metaphors for collaboration and care.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, an...
2022-09-1457 minTurn Out RadioDiscussing the Legacy Tap Dance ConcertOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton discusses the Legacy Tap Dance Concert which celebrates Black culture born from the Harlem Renaissance, with a genre-bending intergenerational cast led by Travis Knights, Lisa La Touche, and Donny Milwalkee. dance Immersion Curator & Program Director Timea Wharton-Suri, shares on the movement of the Legacy Series which examines the past, present and future of African Diasporic dance forms through reclamation, education, and celebration. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both...
2022-08-3158 minTurn Out RadioTheorizing dances of the African DiasporaOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Dr. Funmi Adewole Elliott who shares on the practice of dance requiring it’s own philosophical discourse, theorizing dances of the African diaspora in the professional context, and Africanic esthetics in choreographic practice. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at
2022-08-2458 minTurn Out RadioCelebrating the YENSA Festival and black women in danceOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Lua Shayenne and Aïka Mathelier. This conversation opens up about the YENSA Festival which has a mission to highlight choreographic work by black women choreographers around the globe, and the accompanying research/process which led to developing their creative practices. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, feat...
2022-08-1758 minTurn Out RadioNew beginningsOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Andrew Tay, Artistic Director of Toronto Dance Theatre (TDT). This conversation highlights Tay's relocation to Toronto to begin his leadership at TDT, his critical thoughts on next steps at the company, and his performance and curatorial practices.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the late...
2022-08-0357 minTurn Out RadioThe Toronto Caribbean Carnival and the intersection of emancipation, history and dance: (Part 2)On this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Ronald A. Taylor & Collette ‘Coco’ Murray for a part two discussion on the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, and the intersection of emancipation, history and dance.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at...
2022-07-2758 minTurn Out RadioThe Toronto Caribbean Carnival and the intersection of emancipation, history and dance: (Part 1)On this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Ronald A. Taylor & Collette ‘Coco’ Murray to discuss the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, and it's intersection with emancipation, history and dance. The discussion also explores thoughts on education, spiritual connection, music, and considerations on how the roots of the diasporic celebration can be honored and carried forward.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica...
2022-07-2059 minTurn Out RadioIn reflectionOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Peggy Baker, Artistic Director of Peggy Baker Dance Projects. Since 1973, Baker has performed internationally in the works of esteemed Canadian and American choreographers, establishing Peggy Baker Dance Projects in 1990. This episode opens up intimate, and candid shares from Baker as she reflects upon her career, relationships, and where her journey has led her to in this season.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and b...
2022-07-1358 minTurn Out RadioIntentionality and purposeOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with professional dancer and choreographer, Amanda May. Don't miss this episode as May shares thoughts on intention, purpose, and the work she is committed to in the field.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Cont...
2022-07-0658 minTurn Out RadioDance as a discipline that channels spiritual informationOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with award-winning multidisciplinary artist, Peter Chin. This episode opens up shares on Chin's work as the founder and artistic director of the dance-driven interdisciplinary company Tribal Crackling Wind, and the NKK Dance Centre, an international dance and spiritual performance centre in Siem Reap Cambodia.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about o...
2022-06-2258 minTurn Out RadioThe politics of desirabilityOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with Dainty Smith (Storyteller, Actor, Performer, Playwright, Producer & Founder of Les Femmes Fatales) to open up about the politics of desirability, Burlesque, and empowerment.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, featured guests, and the latest in dance news at www.turnoutradio.com. Contact us via email at...
2022-05-1857 minTurn Out RadioExploring the human need to control and transform beautyOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with renowned Principal Dancer and Choreographic Associate at The National Ballet of Canada, Guillaume Côté. Tune in for a discussion on Côté’s latest cutting-edge contemporary dance creation CRYPTO. The ground-breaking work that explores forced displacement and the human need to control and transform beauty.● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more...
2022-05-1158 minTurn Out RadioHistory and legacy: With Montreal’s Rhythm Tap QueenOn this episode, Host Nicole Inica Hamilton sits down with the legendary Ethel Bruneau to discuss history, legacy, and Bruneau's thoughts on her work as a preacher of tap who imparts to her disciples to go out and spread the gospel of rhythm tap. ● ● ● ● ● ● Thank you for tuning in to Turn Out Radio. We invite you to join us each week for the broadcast as we explore the stories that live both on, and beyond the stage with host Nicole Inica Hamilton. Learn more about our show, feature...
2022-05-0457 minTurn Out RadioWelcome to Turn Out RadioHosted by Nicole Inica Hamilton, Turn Out Radio is an innovative and engaging talk show which incorporates the latest in dance news within the national and international spectrum of current events. From critical perspectives on history, to performance highlights, dance health news, and the real stories that live both on and beyond the stage, Turn Out Radio opens up about the realities of dance artists and those working in relation to dance. Catch the show every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. EST. broadcasting live on CIUT 89.5 FM, Bell Fibe TV, and Rogers Cable TV. Or, stream it r...
2022-03-3001 min