Res. Director AGT Superstars: Danita Salamida-Eldridge

This week we are joined by dancer, actor, author, activist, and model - Sydney Mesher! You have seen her at Radio City as the first ever disabled Rockette in history, as well as ESPN, The Victoria Secret Fashion Show, and ad campaigns for fashion moguls like Tommy Hilfiger, Adidas, and Lululemon. She has danced for icons including Cher and BTS and performed on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Her picture book, She Kept Dancing, is a true autobiography of her career as a limb different dancer. At this point... why are you still reading?! Push play and hear Sydney's incredibly inspirational journey as a dancer, actor, and model.SOCIALS:Sydney Mesher - @sydneymesherUs! - @insidedancepodcastAlex - @AlexyonkTaylor - @tbradchoreoSupport the show

This week we welcome Minnesota native and dance super star, Tyrese Parker! Listen in on his journey from a small town to SYTYCD to dancing around the world before landing his role as Artist Coach at Cirque du Soleil's Mad Apple! Parker shares his creative process in choreographing and his hopes for the industry in years to come. Be sure to review, subscribe, and drop a review. Happy dancing!SOCIALS:Tyrese - @tyreseparkerUs! - @insidedanepodcastAlex - @alexyonkTaylor - @tbradchoreoSupport the show

When I tell you this woman’s resume is pages long… I mean it! We at IDP are thrilled to welcome the dance & pole diva herself: Johanna Sapakie! You’ve seen her work in “Hustlers”,  “Super Bowl LIV”, “RuPaul’s Drag Race”, Formula 1, and Cirque du Soleil to name a few! Johanna shares her unique story as a dancer, circus artist, choreographer, and educator. Don’t miss this amazing human’s story and insight to succeeding as an entertainer!SOCIALS:Us! - @insidedancepodcastJohanna Sapakie - @JohannaSapakieReal & @JohannaSapakieDanceAlex - @alexyonkTaylor - @tbradchoreoSupport the show

We are BACK and diving head first into all things choreography & convention season! Listen to our hot tips on embracing the challenges a new season presents. Be sure to subscribe and review!SOCIALS:Us - @insidedancepodcastAlex - @alexyonkTaylor - @tbradchoreo Support the show

On today’s special episode we celebrate the life of our dear friend Sean Viator. Sean’s overflowing passion for dance and exceptional talent the lives of so many within the dance community. His legacy lives on through his peers, his students, and his friends, who Sean undoubtedly inspired to take the spotlight and shine. Join us as we remember a beiaitful soul of the dance industry family.Sean’s Inside Dance Podcast Episode:https://open.spotify.com/episode/30BDKCHuCQBhOgGt09YbOt?si=w0tDNIPjRwO7rTP1YBin_ASupport the show

It was tough to write a title for this weeks guest because he has literally done about every job in the books! Please welcome Jason Williams to the Podcast! You’ve seen him on shows like SYTYCD, DWTS, Jimmy Kimmel, RuPaul’s Drag Race and star in films like FAME and Hairspray LIVE! In addition to dancing for countless artists, you can find him teaching his master class program the Jason Williams Experience nationwide. We had a blast chatting with him and know that you will enjoy his interview! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and drop a review!SOCIALS:Jason Williams - @thejasonwilliamsexperienceUs! - @insidedancepodcastAlex - @alexyonkTaylor - @tbradchoreoSupport the show

Do you feel that ray of sunshine? That’s just this weeks bubbly guest, Jillian Gambino! This Michigan native is now a Vegas resident and shares she secrets to juggling multiple jobs, gigs, and performing. Your hosts kick off the episode with the discussion of pride and what it means to be proud as a dancer. As always, be sure to rate, review and subscribe!SOCIALS:Jillian - @jilliangambinoUs! - @insidedancepodcastAlex  - @alexyonkTaylor - @tbradchoreoDo you feel that ray of sunshine? That’s just this weeks bubbly guest, Jillian Gambino! This Michigan native is now a Vegas resident and shares she secrets to juggling multiple jobs, gigs, and performing. Your hosts kick off the episode with the discussion of pride and what it means to be proud as a dancer. As always, be sure to rate, review and subscribe!SOCIALS:Jillian - @jilliangambinoUs! - @insidedancepodcastAlex  - @alexyonkTaylor - @tbradchoreoSupport the show

IDP welcomes the lovely Menina Fortunato! You may recognize her from Star Trek: Enterprise or Britney Spears’ iconic Pepsi commercial. Most recently Menina is the founder of Business of Dance, an online dance mentoring program coaching young dancers world wide. Don’t miss her insights and tips to succeed in the dance industry! Be sure to drop a review and throw us some stars in that review box. Happy dancing!SOCIALS:Menina - @meninafortunatoUs! - @insidedancepodcastAlex - @alexyonkTaylor - @tbradchoreoSupport the show

NYU Tisch graduate Garet Wierdsma joins up this week on IDP.  Founder of Garet&Co, she speaks on the importance of making your own work, fostering a community both in and out of the studio, and how she built her dance company from the ground up. SOCIALS:Garet - @garetwierdsmaGaret&Co - @garet.coUs! - insidedancepodcastAlexandra - @alexyonkTaylor  - @tbradchoreoSupport the show

Join us as we chat with the Resident Director for America’s Got Talent: Superstars playing at The Luxor - Danita Salamida-Eldridge! Listen to our discussion of tours, dance captains, and big time career decisions. Taylor and Alex discuss start by discussing all things stage names. Be sure to follow and subscribe!SOCIALS:Us! - @insidedancepodcastDanita Salamida-Eldridge - @dsneldridgeAlex - @alexyonkTaylor - @tbradchoreoSupport the show