In todays episode I talk to commercial dancer Kane Silver. Kane has a wealth of experience in the dance world from TV shows to tours, and Bieber to Kylie. Kane highlights the importance of networking, the value of making friends and how he learnt to create his own path. Kane has an insight into the LA dance scene and how it contrasts to London, plus the impact of social media in the industry. He also goes into depth about the loss of his brother and the dangers of extreme...

Victoria Marr talk us through her ballet school days to working at Birmingham Royal Ballet for 17 years; She let's us into the promotion that meant the most to her and how she fought her imposter syndrome . Victoria opens up about the transition into retirement, becoming a mother and the trials and tribulations of starting her own business, Sleek Technique.  This episode is perfect for students and aspiring dancers, Victoria emphasises the importance of believing in yourself, stopping to...

In todays episode I chat to dancer Ashley Shaw about her career with Matthew Bourne's New Adventures and beyond. Ashley opens up about her experience of dancing on a cruise ship and how it made her the dancer she is today. She discuss the emotional strain of baring her soul on stage and how she embodies her characters time and time again. Ashley lets us in on the pressures of going from just a cover to first cast and what's it like to belong to her dream company. I hope you enjoy. Instagram ...

I talk to dancer Jess Bennett on her experience at dancing at Crazy Horse in Paris for over 9 years. Jess shares what sexy means to her and the power of accepting yourself. We discuss the importance of details, from Cambrés to polished shoe souls and the process of understanding yourself and knowing where you fit in.  Jess is such an advocate for the family dance brings and talks candidly about the dressing room girl gang and the strength that gives you.  Instagram  @redlips.highkicks  ...

In today’s episode Joe talks candidly about his introduction into the ballet world, the structural racism that's affected him and how he is just now dropping his fears. We discuss the power of visualisation and learning how to drive your career, not just survive it.  Below are some links to pages that offer important resources for the Black Lives Matter movement. @fillintheblanksuk  @privtoporg  @galdemzine @blackmindsmatter.uk The BBC4 documentary that Joe features in...

It’s the first episode of my little passion project and I am so excited to have you.  In todays episode I sprinkle the reasoning seasoning behind Red Lips and High Kicks and share why I decided to start this podcast.  Please click subscribe and stay tuned because we have a whirlwind of goodness coming your way from dancers all over the world with wisdom, wit and wonder to impart.  Instagram: @redlips.highkicks