5. How Did They Get Here 1: Adrienne Kerr and Madeline Bay

05/26/20 • 25 min

Hear how Principal Dancer Adrienne Kerr uses her jazz roots when interpreting the works of George Balanchine and how she feels like the city of Boise's response to performances is "like a big hug" in this interview with Artistic Director, Garrett Anderson. Part 2, hosted by Artistic Associate Anne Mueller, reveals Company Dancer Madeline Bay's most treasured moment onstage and how her collegiate experiences at the University of Utah have affected her as an artist.

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4. Dancer, Choreographer, Director: Edwaard Liang

Choreographer of Ballet Idaho's 2019 production of Cinderella, Edwaard Liang, talks with Garrett Anderson about the challenges and joys of being an Artistic Director. Edwaard had a stellar career as a dancer with New York City Ballet, on Broadway, and with Nederlands Dans Theater, and transitioned seamlessly into working as an international freelance choreographer. His curious mind and love for a challenge then led him to take leadership of Ballet Met, which has flourished under his leadership.

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6. Graduate of Ballet Idaho Academy and Company Dancer Antonio Carnell on current events and the company he loves

Join us in a discussion of diversity in ballet as Artistic Associate Anne Mueller interviews Company Dancer Antonio Carnell to explore his journey through Ballet Idaho Academy and his heart regarding racial discrimination.