In this powerful conversation, dancer and choreographer Otis Donovan Herring reveals how persistence, faith, and cultural exploration shaped his career. From chasing down auditions with Black Grace in New Zealand to performing worldwide with top artists, Otis shares the highs, challenges, and lessons behind his journey

In this powerful conversation, dancer and choreographer Otis Donovan Herring shares his journey from his earliest memories of dancing with his brother, to learning routines from TV music videos, to pursuing dance at Howard University.

Otis opens up about:

-His first experiences in dance and choreography

-How music videos and icons like Aaliyah inspired him

-The challenges of starting formal training later in life

-Finding confidence during the Howard University dance intensive

-His very first paid gig in the musical Fela!

This episode is full of inspiration for dancers, creatives, and anyone chasing their passion.

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for Part 2 of this interview

In this special episode, Lindsay is joined by Shoccara Marcus, an esteemed dancer and choreographer known for her groundbreaking work and profound insight into the dance world. Together, Lindsay and Shoccara discuss "How Dance Can Lead You to Your Dream Career," sharing personal anecdotes and expert advice on turning a passion for dance into a fulfilling career. They explore various career paths within and beyond the performing arts, from choreography and teaching to arts administration and beyond. The episode is packed with motivational stories and practical tips for aspiring dancers, highlighting the skills and resilience developed through dance that are applicable to a wide range of professions. Listeners will come away inspired by Shoccara's journey from the dance studio to professional success, and equipped with actionable steps to harness the power of dance in their own career aspirations.

In this episode, we sit down with dancer and musical theater artist Quiantae Mapenzie Johnson to talk about her journey from the South to the stage.

She opens up about the culture shock of attending an HBCU, finding her path through trial and error, and the emotional moment she realized she wasn’t coming back home — because Broadway was calling.

🎙 Highlights:

• Why Alabama State felt like Black excellence from day one
  

• The bootcamp process behind Hamilton
  

• How she booked her first major gig without an agent
  

• The unspoken power of visibility and mentorship in dance
  

It’s not just a success story — it’s a blueprint for beating the odds.

In this episode, Juel D. Lane talks about his path from dancing in Atlanta to becoming a sought-after choreographer, how therapy and community have shaped his artistic voice, and why leading with heart matters in the dance world.

Hit play and let this conversation move you.

William Roberson takes us inside his world—from the halls of Howard to the lights of Broadway. In this heartfelt conversation, he breaks down the challenges of building a sustainable career in dance, why mentorship matters, and how embracing your story shapes your artistry. Get inspired by his experience working with icons like Billy Porter, and hear the importance of Black spaces and community in his journey.

Hit play and follow for more incredible artist stories!

#Broadway #DanceCommunity #RepresentationMatters

Grenadian American Dance Artist Shola K. Roberts share with Dance For The culture her journey to and through dance as she celebrates her Grenadian roots and creates ways for others to experience the Spice Island of Grenada in the West Indies and her artwork, dance.

This episode connects family upbringing that supports the evolution of jazz dance and culture . Our guest LaTasha “Tasha” Barnes shares her experience and creative process that includes art music and family memories.
LaTasha is an internationally recognized and awarded dancer, choreographer, educator, performer, cultural ambassador, and Tradition-bearer of Black American Social Dance from Richmond, VA. Barnes is globally celebrated for her musicality, athleticism, and joyful presence throughout the cultural traditions she bears: House, Hip-Hop, Waacking, Vernacular Jazz, and Lindy Hop.

She is currently an Associate Professor of Dance at Arizona State University and the Artistic Director of The Jazz Continuum.