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Bri was a guest on The Cup Duet Reviews for the North American premiere of “Wing Chun Dance Drama”, directed & choreographed by Han Zhen and Zhou Liya. This episode was made possible by Cup of Hemlock Theatre and Edery & Lord Communications. Thank you Jill, Mackenzie and Ryan for having me on! Wing Chun Dance Drama is playing at Meridian Hall until January 4, 2026. Tickets can be purchased from the following link: https://www.wingchundancedrama.com/pe…  Follow Jillian on Instagram Follow Cup of Hemlock Theatre on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @cohtheatre References to check out: Sze-Yang Ade-Lam (Wing Chun teacher in Toronto) – Instagram : @likewaterwingchun Film: “The Grandmaster” (2013) Film: “Wing Chun” (1994)

SOLAR FUSION is a choreographic dance showcase, premiering August 17th at the Isabel Bader Theatre in Toronto. This showcase was created by artists Taylor Collis & Tyler Hutchings, with the premise of providing a formal platform for choreographers to share their work.  We talk about the impetus behind their upcoming showcase, why Taylor is feeling ready to share her newest piece, the continuation of Tyler’s previous piece, their efforts to outreach, and what keeps them going. Tickets for SOLAR FUSION Follow the showcase on Instagram: @solarfusionshowcase Contact: [email protected] Connect with Taylor on Instagram: @taylorcollis Connect with Tyler on Instagram: @taylorhutchings References to check out: "HYPERDRAMA" album by Justice Brandon Croisetiere's "VALIDATE ME" performed by Vlad's Dance Company "Amusing Ourselves To Death" by Neil Postman “Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity” by Peter Attia and Bill Gifford

Taylor is a multi-faceted movement coordinator and facilitator, based out of Mississauga. We talk about working in non-traditional rehearsal spaces, why her experience with Frog in Hand has been special, how she learned to let go of doubt, returning to her career after childbirth, the process behind the mixed bill “SUMMER DANCES”. Connect with Taylor on Instagram: @taylorboj Tickets for “SUMMER DANCES” running July 11-13 and 18-20 Connect with Frog in Hand Website This episode was made possible by Frog in Hand's Arts Activation Residency. The Art Shelter is a new home for Mississauga-based dance theatre company Frog in Hand, located off-grid in a geo-desic dome.

Micha is a dance artist and designer from Toronto who embraces different practices and ways of learning wherever he may find himself. We talk about remounting “The Fall” on the Summer Company after six years, how his flying dream was weaved into the original piece, why he incorporates acting techniques when physically storytelling, transforming the body to create the weirdness, and what time away from dance has offered him. Connect with Micha on Instagram: @michabaltman Tickets for “SUMMER DANCES” running July 11-13 and 18-20 Connect with Frog in Hand Website This episode was made possible by Frog in Hand's Arts Activation Residency. The Art Shelter is a new home for Mississauga-based dance theatre company Frog in Hand, located off-grid in a geo-desic dome.

Jada is a multimedia creator, film enthusiast, and creative professional, currently enhancing her expertise in all aspects of production and marketing.  We talk about embracing the off-grid conditions of The Art Shelter, how she builds a story from the costumes, crafting the marketing plan for Frog in Hand’s summer season, her work as a youth advocate, and why she intersects her photography practice with her activism.  Connect with Jada on Instagram: @babyyjada27 Tickets for “SUMMER DANCES” running July 11-13 and 18-20 Connect with Frog in Hand Website This episode was made possible by Frog in Hand's Arts Activation Residency. The Art Shelter is a new home for Mississauga-based dance theatre company Frog in Hand, located off-grid in a geo-desic dome.

Host and producer Bri Clarke checks in to express gratitude in this bonus episode. Thank you for tuning in! (Art)versations. A meditative conversation about the artistic process. A tool that ignites transformative ideas. Hosted and produced by Bri Clarke Branding and creative consulting by Jan Marquez Contact Instagram YouTube Other podcast platforms Read the (Art)versation

Jan is an art director and creative consultant, currently based in Toronto. We talk about how branding is actually about problem solving, being a jack-of-all-trades, the essential questions a creator should answer, and how he eradicates boredom by inspiring himself. Connect with Jan: [email protected] References to check out: "Jiro Dreams of Sushi" Genius Joey Diaz

Meaningful Movement is an arts organization, founded by Abbey Richens and Zuri Skeete, dedicated to nurturing community and opportunities for artists of all mediums. We talk about how they united as a collective during the pandemic, what they currently find meaningful, facilitating events like “Gathering” and “@profile”, and providing third spaces for artists of all kinds. Connect with Meaningful Movement: Instagram Email: [email protected] References to check out: Tim Burton Rap Caviar on Disney+

John is a Palestinian-Canadian composer, pianist and electronic musician based between Toronto and Berlin, who creates what he calls "Baroque-Middle-Eastern-Cyberpunk". We talk about the process behind his commission for the National Arts Centre orchestra, why he feels more free in his visual arts practice, how he uses his concerts to address what is happening in Palestine, the various complexities of Palestinian identity, and nocturnally creating his album “Time Sketches” in three weeks. Connect with John: Instagram Website YouTube References to check out: Ernst Fuchs "Art & Fear" by David Bayles and Ted Orland

Jeyolyn is a Tamil-Canadian multidisciplinary artist who explores the intersection of photography and storytelling. We talk about combining photography and writing, facilitating workshops in Amsterdam for BIPOC artists, being in-residence with FACES Collective TO, the longevity of her art, and writing her book “I Crossed the Ocean” to enact social change. Connect with Jeyolyn: Instagram: @jeyolyn Website: www.jeyolynchristi.com Buy “I Crossed the Ocean” Artists/Communities mentioned: Yalini Dream: @yalinidream FACES Collective TO: @facescollectiveto

(Art)versations is back in conversation with Frog in Hand! The Art Shelter is a new home for Mississauga-based dance theatre company Frog In Hand. In this roundtable episode, we join Artistic Director Colleen Snell, The Fifth Dance co-founder Sarahí Cárdenas, and artists involved in Directions for Dance: Candace Kumar, Clarke Blair, and Abby Silvera. We share findings from our week of classes, how communities can be connected and visible to one another, where dance is heading, and Frog in Hand's future plans for The Art Shelter. Connect with Frog in Hand: https://linktr.ee/froginhand Visit The Art Shelter at 887 Hydro Road in Mississauga Connect with Mandy MacLean (Arts Activation Coordinator): @mandyemaclean  Connect with The Fifth Dance: @thefifthdance  Connect with Candace: @candacekmr Connect with Clarke: @clarrrke Connect with Abby: @abby.silvera Connect with The Eagle Spirits: @eaglespiritsgreatwaters The Eagle Spirits are a not-for-profit group of Indigenous and non-Indigenous people celebrating, and creating space for Indigenous art and culture along the north shores of Lake Ontario.  Connect with Callahan: @elixirtheft

The cast and choreographer of Unfurl enter a roundtable conversation with Bri to dig deeper into the artistic process and themes of the show. The new work will be premiering at the upcoming Toronto Fringe Festival show. Performances run July 5th, 8th, 9th, 11th, 12th, 14th, and 16th at the Alumnae Theatre. Buy tickets to Unfurl- linktr.ee/unfurl2023 Connect with Alli- linktr.ee/allicarry Connect with Marina on Instagram- @marinaaelyse Connect with Mio- linktr.ee/Mio_Sakamoto Connect with Reece: Instagram- @reececcaldwell Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/reece.caldwell.9 Connect with Simon: Instagram- @simonmazziotti Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/simon.mazziotti.9 YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@simonmazziotti6884

Dedra is a new-generation Black artist-researcher, emerging curator, and movement dramaturg based in Tkaronto. We talk about the practice of dramaturgy, why she was drawn to it, the people who inspire her to continue, and how to invite skepticism when an artist’s confidence aims too high. This collaboration between Dedra and Bri was made possible by Jaberi Dance Theatre, through their 2023 Mentorship Program. Thank you to Roshanak, Adina and Jessica for providing time and space to research, share and explore. Funded by the Government of Canada, The Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund. Follow Dedra on Instagram: @dancingdramaturg For contact: [email protected]

Calling all artists 25 & under! The Performing Arts Project (TPAP) is a nonprofit organization formed by a group of respected educators and entertainment industry professionals to help prepare the next generation of performers. TPAP Artistic Director Jonathan Bernstein Zooms in to reveal the mission behind TPAP, the programs and opportunities offered, and discuss how trusting our community can help artists fail forward in their creative processes. Check out the website for information on how to audition! Instagram/Facebook/TikTok/YouTube: @perfartsproj

Alvin is a Berlin-based dance artist, drag performer, and teacher, with certifications in Gaga and Jungian Life Coaching. We talk about how 3 years of “Dose of Pleasure” sessions came to be, why their drag is a love letter to those who came before, permitting radical self-acceptance into his work, how their queer artistry spills into his growth as a performer, and their advice for dancers who dream of travel. Connect with Alvin: https://linktr.ee/alvincollantes Follow their Instagram: www.instagram.com/alvincollantesdance Check out more of his offerings: www.alvincollantes.com