The Role of Race in Dance

Guests - Michelle Tolson and Max VasapoliHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 41 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, Courtney and Lesley are joined by IDA judges and teachers Michelle Tolson and Max Vasapoli for an important conversation on the role of race in the dance world.Topics Include: Why representation matters Strategies for implementing inclusive practices in the studio Personal stories from our guests on what it was like growing up as dancers of colorFollow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney - @courtney.ortizLesley - @lil_lez36Michelle - @michelletolsonMax - @mx_vspCheck out some of the products and organizations we spoke about in the episode! International Association of Blacks in DanceBlack Dancewear CompaniesCLICK HERE to send in your questions to be answered on a future Q&A with Courtney episode! You can request to stay anonymous or have Courtney give you a shout out live on the air!This episode is sponsored by:Dance Costumes By Urzúa - Custom Costumes!Receive 15% off by using the code IDA15 at checkout!Apolla Performance Wear - Compression Socks for Dancers!Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you!Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comJoin your hosts Courtney Ortiz & Lesley Mealor at the Capezio Flagship Store in the heart of New York City for a LIVE podcast recording of Making the Impact!  PLUS - a bonus master class with Courtney, lunch at Capezio, swag bag freebies, dance wear discounts & more! Saturday, March 30th, 2024 - RSVP and register for class now! Apolla Performance Revolutionary compression dance socks for all styles! Use code: IMPACT10 for 10% off! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show