This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Eric Carvill and Sunita Joshi, founders of the Hudson Conservatory of Ballet. They'll share their story of transitioning from dancing professionally to becoming studio owners, and what they learned along the way. They will also address the many activities they do to keep their studio running effectively, while also growing their business.  Eric and Sunita's story is relatable to all artists who want to become full-time arts entrepreneurs.

This week on the podcast, is part two of our interview with the founders of the Owen/Cox Dance Group: dancer Jennifer Owen and her musician husband Brad Cox.  They recall their first collaboration, describe their revenue streams, how their dancers and musicians are contracted and compensated, and the value of sweat equity. Those thinking of starting a dance company or similar venture will not want to miss them!

This week on the podcast, we begin 2022 with part one of our interview with the founders of the Owen/Cox Dance Group: dancer Jennifer Owen and her musician husband Brad Cox.  They recall their first collaboration, describe their revenue streams, how their dancers and musicians are contracted and compensated, and the value of sweat equity. Those thinking of starting a dance company or similar venture will not want to miss them!

In this episode of Arts Entrepreneurship Podcast: Making Art Work, Nick and Andy sit down with Gary Abbott. Gary is co-founder of Deeply Rooted Dance Theater and Associate Professor of Modern Dance at University of Missouri-Kansas City. His career as a dancer and choreographer began in Atlanta, GA with Barbara Sullivan's Atlanta Dance Theatre and has included the Lula Washington Dance Theatre, the Los Angeles Contemporary Dance Theatre, and the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble in Denver, CO. In the interview, Gary talks about starting Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, cultivating staff and supporters, and the importance of having a well-rounded team.

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