Valenica Odeyka Emonni Springer has been stepping since childhood. The Brooklyn native got her start in the dance style through her mom, and is now…
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Author: Debra Danese
Debra graduated with a degree in dance from the University of the Arts and also holds a B.A. in Arts Administration. She is accredited at the Master Level with the National Registry of Dance Educators.
Debra has performed in Europe, Tokyo, Canada, and the Caribbean. She teaches and choreographs world-wide and has been an international guest artist in Switzerland, England, and Slovakia. Debra has been an Artist in Residence on five occasions in Norway where she showcased full length dance productions at the acclaimed Nordland Theatre. She has also presented an original dance production at the Elspe Festival in Germany.
Debra has been featured in Dance, Dancer and Dance Teacher Magazines for her work in dance education. Additionally, she has been a contributing writer for Dance Studio Life Magazine since 2010.
Five O’Clock Somewhere: Interview with Escape to Margaritaville’s Lisa Stevens
With credits spanning the globe, director Lisa Steven’s latest project brings her to Philadelphia. Lisa was brought in by Walnut Street Theatre’s president and producing…
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A Fairytale Tour: Interview with Into the Wood’s Erica Durham
Philadelphia resident Erica Durham is keeping busy on the national tour of Into The Woods.
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Divorced, beheaded, died, survived: Interview with Aryn Bohannon of SIX
Aryn Bohannon plays each of the six wives of Henry VIII in the National Tour of SIX, in Philadelphia March 21-April 9
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Continuing the Legacy: Balanchine Répétiteur Colleen Neary returns for Philadelphia Ballet’s Dancing With Gershwin
Philadelphia Ballet continues to honor its Balanchine roots with the spring production of Dancing With Gershwin.
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The return of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Interview with Jeroboam Bozeman
As Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater prepares to return to Philly, Jeroboam Bozeman took some time to talk with writer, Debra Danese. The two reconnected…
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Standing By: Interview with 1776 actor Sara Gallo
Sara Gallo juggles many roles in her life onstage and off. The actor, teacher, and mentor is a standby for four roles in the touring…
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About Face: Actor Charles Everett on A SOLDIER’S PLAY
Actor Charles Everett brings both his acting and military background with him as he tours with A Soldier’s Play.
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“You Oughta Know”: Interview with Jagged Little Pill’s Charles P. Way
Charles P. Way says he is “elated” to be on the first national tour of Jagged Little Pill. The UArts grad will return to Philly as a…
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All About the Bass: Interview with Adam Kubota of Postmodern Jukebox
Bassist Adam Kubota is enjoying life on tour with Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox. The band performs today’s pop hits in the style of yesterday’s classics.…
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Playing Ike: Interview with actor Garrett Turner of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
Alabama native Garrett Turner is playing Ike Turner in the national tour of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.
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One Day More: Interview with Les Misérables’ Steve Czarnecki
Steve Czarnecki says he is thrilled to be back on the barricade with the touring cast of Les Miserables. Steve not only plays an ensemble…
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Actor Ben Dibble steps into the ring in ROCKY, The Musical
Actor and audience favorite Ben Dibble is set to take the stage in Walnut Street Theatre’s ROCKY, The Musical.
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Little Girls Everywhere: Stefanie Londino in ANNIE
Jersey Girl Stefanie Londino is coming to Philly with the cast of Annie.
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Living a Fairytale: Kathryn Manger in Philadelphia Ballet’s CINDERELLA
Philadelphia Ballet will be performing Cinderella at the Academy of Music, for 10
performances only, October 13-23, 2022.
A Letter, a Lie, and the Role of a Lifetime: Alaina Anderson in Dear Evan Hansen
Alaina Anderson is loving her time on the national tour of Dear Evan Hansen.
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A Recurring Theme: Actor Greg Wood on TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Actor Greg Wood will return to Philly with the national tour of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
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Acro on Ice: Cirque du Soleil’s Robert Tannion talks about Crystal
Cirque du Soleil is known for pushing creative and physical limits. In the company’s first ice show, Cirque expands those boundaries with both acrobats and skaters.
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Calling on Spirits: Mary Martello on her psychic role as Madame Arcarti in BLITHE SPIRIT
Actress Mary Martello is back on the Walnut stage in the current production of Blithe Spirit.
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The “Look” Behind Freestyle Love Supreme: Talking with Costume Designer Lisa Zinni
Costume designer Lisa Zinni is heading back to the area as part of Freestyle Love Supreme (FLS). The Philly native found her passion for design…
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