Episode 010– Anastasia Levenson

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Anastasia Levinson is a successful dancer, choreographer and business woman from Latvia now living in Lisbon. Anastasia shares her story from starting ballet at four, leading dance teams, to discovering Frame Up dance styles. She reflects on her multifaceted career, including running a fashion retail company and mentoring dancers. Anastasia discusses the challenges she faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of self-marketing, and building a thriving dance business. Listen as she opens up about organizing live performances, dealing with unexpected setbacks, and the power of humility, teamwork, and continuous growth in both dance and life. Get practical advice for aspiring dancers and learn about the significance of perseverance and authentic expression in dance.

Anastasia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Levenson.Anastasia

LVNSN dance company: https://www.instagram.com/lvnsn.dancecompany

FUS show: https://www.instagram.com/FUS.show

00:21 Meet Anastasia Levinson

00:42 Anastasia's Background in Fashion and Dance

02:28 Journey into FrameUp Dance

05:51 Challenges and Growth in Dance

10:23 Teaching and Mentorship

14:30 Starting a Dance Career in Portugal

19:22 Building a Dance Community

24:38 Challenges of Teaching and Projects

25:19 The Big Show: Planning and Execution

25:49 Got Talent and World of Dance Experiences

27:05 Emotional Journey and Reflections

29:29 Managing People and Team Dynamics

31:25 Lessons Learned and Future Aspirations

45:57 Advice for Aspiring Dancers



 
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Episode 009– Alina Makovska