Step Up Your Studio Podcast
1) Episode 027: Bob Singh on Building Smarter Dance Studios Through AI Innovation
In this episode of Step Up Your Studio, Steve Sirico sits down with Bob Singh, tech entrepreneur, professor, dance studio owner, and principal product manager at CircleRam. With a unique blend of tech...Show More
Episode 027: Bob Singh on Building Smarter Dance Studios Through AI Innovation
37:02 | Oct 1st, 2025
2) Episode 026: Raising Dancers Right: Lessons from Emmy-Winner Liz Imperio
In this episode of Step Up Your Studio, Angela and Steve DâValda Sirico sit down with the legendary Liz ImperioâEmmy Award-winning director and choreographer who has worked with icons like Jennifer Lo...Show More
3) Episode 025: No Fear, All Preparation: Inside TAPS with Don Miirault & Jamie Tinevez
In this episode of Step Up Your Studio, host Angela sits down with Don MiraultâBroadway veteran, performer, and founder of Theater Arts Preparatory School (TAPS)âand Jamie Tenbass, former professional...Show More
Episode 025: No Fear, All Preparation: Inside TAPS with Don Miirault & Jamie Tinevez
24:44 | Sep 17th, 2025
4) Episode 024: From Toilet Paper Rolls to Top Designs: Tanya Hamiltonâs Dance Journey
In this episode of Step Up Your Studio, we sit down with Tanya Hamilton, the powerhouse behind Hamilton Theatrical Supply. From her early days in her motherâs dance studioâhandling everything from pic...Show More
5) Episode 023: Building a Studio That Lasts: Gaynelle Costner on Community, Commitment & Care
In this heartfelt episode of Step Up Your Studio, we sit down with Gaynelle Costner, founder of First Class Dance Studio in Temple Hills, Maryland. Gaynelle shares how a spontaneous opportunity at age...Show More
6) Episode 022: Discipline, Drive & Dance Wellness with Dolly Kelepecz
In this episode of Step Up Your Studio, Angela DâValda Sirico welcomes longtime friend and industry icon Darlene âDollyâ Kelepecz âa celebrated performer, educator, author, and creator of the DK Body ...Show More
7) Episode 021: Modern Teaching for Modern Dancers: Ian Howeâs Studio Strategies
In this episode of Step Up Your Studio, host Steve Sirico sits down with Ian Howe, artistic director of Pacific West Performing Arts and co-founder of Influx Dance. With decades of experience as an ed...Show More
Episode 021: Modern Teaching for Modern Dancers: Ian Howeâs Studio Strategies
26:18 | Jul 25th, 2025
8) Episode 020: Kim McSwain on Studio Culture, Teaching with Purpose, and True Impact
In this episode of Step Up Your Studio, we welcome industry veteran Kim McSwain, founder of KM Agency and longtime educator, choreographer, and mentor to dancers and teachers alike. From touring with ...Show More
Episode 020: Kim McSwain on Studio Culture, Teaching with Purpose, and True Impact
23:23 | Jul 22nd, 2025
9) Episode 019: The Power of Studio Relationships with Hedy Perna
In this episode of Step Up Your Studio, we sit down with the incredible Hedy Perna, owner of Perna Dance Center in Haslet, NJ. With over 37 years of experience, Hedy brings heart, humor, and hard-won ...Show More
10) Episode 018: Movement, Meaning & Mentorship with Simone DePaulo
In this heartfelt and wisdom-packed episode, Step Up Your Studio welcomes Simone DePaulo, veteran performer, choreographer, and passionate educator. From Alvin Ailey training to Afro Jazz choreography...Show More