54. See & Be Seen: Creating Pathways from High School to College Dance

In this episode, I am joined by Anne Bak Marine and Lindsay Chirio-Humenay from Eisenhower Dance Detroit to discuss their transformative event, See & Be Seen. This two-day collegiate dance experience connects high school dancers with college dance programs, helping them navigate the often overwhelming path from high school to higher education in dance.

Anne and Lindsay share how the program has evolved from a small in-studio event to a statewide (and growing!) hub for dance college recruitment, complete with auditions, classes, workshops, and expert-led panels for both students and their families. They also reflect on their personal journeys through college dance programs in Michigan, and how those experiences inform their current work.

What We Cover:
✨ The origins and evolution of See & Be Seen
🎓 How the event bridges high school dancers with college programs
🧠 Health, wellness & mental health support for dancers
📚 Parent "nugget" sessions covering FAFSA, housing, campus life & more
💡 Advice for dancers on how to get the most out of the event
💬 Reflections on what success means in a dance career
🛠 The skills and confidence college dance programs build both on and off the stage

Learn more about the event:

REGISTER FOR SEEN & BE SEEN: www.eisenhowerdance.org/beseen

EISENHOWER DANCE DETROIT WEBSITE: www.eisenhowerdance.org

INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/eisenhowerdancedetroit

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The Brainy Ballerina Podcast is a podcast for aspiring professional ballet dancers who want to learn what it really takes to build a smart and sustainable career in the dance industry.

Former professional ballerina turned Dance Educator and Career Mentor Caitlin Sloan peels back the curtain of the professional dance world with open and honest conversations about the realities of becoming a professional dancer.

Along with sharing her industry knowledge, Caitlin interviews top dancers, educators and experts in the dance industry who share their stories to inform, motivate and inspire you to pursue your dance career with confidence.

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