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Ep 123: Quarantining with COVID on a Luxury Cruise-Not as Bad as it Sounds

I met Lewis Calcutt on The Symphony Cruise ship after he performed in the wonderful show. He has a fabulous story of dancing in Paris at Nouveau Eve, Royal Palace and several contracts on different cruise ships. He has several friends in the current Lido show and has seen it 40 times. Lewis is currently on set, dancing in a film coming out next year. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

May 12, 20221h 32m

2 Year Anniversary *Bonus Episode*

Bluebell Adjacent with KC Monnie Kc was a student at my dance studio Westlake Dance Center. KC has enjoyed a long full career with dance in movies, one being LALA Land KC shares his experience of being on set and working with incredible Mandy Moore the choreographer. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

May 10, 20221h 5m

Ep 122: Backstage at The Lido de Paris with Jane Sansby and Jeremy Bauchet

I had the incredible honor of sitting down with Jeremy Bauchet, Ballet Master and Jane Sansby, Ballet Mistress at the Lido de Paris right before seeing the incredible show. I was so impressed with their heart, passion and respect for the legacy of the Lido and Miss Bluebell. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

May 5, 202246 min

Ep 121: How To Swing From The Chandelier

I had the honor of interviewing dancer and Captain of the Bells, Eve Jourdan in the showroom at the Lido while I was in Paris. I was able to sit in on the audition that Eve was part of facilitating after getting wonderful tour of backstage at the Lido. Go to http://www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096 Or http://www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096 to see Eve’s video clip backstage in her dressing room explaining how the dancers do the gorgeous chandelier number in the show way above the audience. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Apr 28, 202243 min

Ep 120: Stage Right Supervisor...oh and Broadway dancer, singer, set builder…

Frank Coombs was a stagehand, Stage Right Supervisor for Hello Hollywood Hello as well as part of the team creating sets for the show. Frank also had a long full career as a dancer, singer, choreographer and director. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Apr 21, 202242 min

Ep 119: The Spitting Image of Miss Bluebell

Emma Wilkinson was told by Pierre Rambert at an audition at the Lido that she was the spitting image of Miss Bluebell. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Apr 14, 20221h 12m

Ep 118: A Night In Paris, A Recap

Anne Green and Sheri share what it was like to finally see the vision of a Parisian cabaret in Seattle finally make it to the stage. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Apr 7, 20221h 3m

Ep 117: Oh Yes, She Can Kick And Bevel!

Jill Tasker danced in Cocorico in Paris, then after a time performing in Barcelona at Scala, she entered the world of Cruise Entertainment Management. Jill eventually worked her way up to one of the few female Cruise Director. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Mar 31, 20221h 27m

Ep 116: Kelly Boy Icon

Timothy Hess was the artistic inspiration for the Kelly Boy neon statue at the Bluebell Global Reunion in Paris. In his youth his doctor told him no more contact sports due to curvature of his spine and suggested classical ballet instead. This change in his life lead to the position of principal at the Lido De Paris in Paris. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Mar 24, 20221h 18m

Ep 115: Shenanigans, Too Many Dianes, and Elevator Mishaps On The Biggest Stage In The World.

Gina Kaskie Davis in Hello Hollywood Hello almost the full 11 year run. while dancing at the Moulin Rouge Gina kept hearing about this new huge show coming to Reno and was offered a spot in this exciting show that kept her in Reno and Carson City still. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Mar 17, 20221h 31m

Ep 114: The 10,000 Bluebell Girl

Corina Burgess had the honor of being named the 10,000th Bluebell Girl with much fanfare in the press. She and her good friend Michelle Brown were flown in a private jet for special special dinners and other wonderful perks. One of those special benefits was traveling with Miss Bluebell, getting to know her better. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Mar 10, 20221h 34m

Ep 113: Live In The Moment

Annalisa Pagnotta hails from Italy, so close to France but had never heard of the Lido until she danced in a touring show. She found herself researching the Lido online and was dazzled and knew she needed to go and audition. She is now a dancers in Paris Merveilles. After finally come back to the stage after a year and a half off due to Covid, she is fully embracing the mindset of live in the moment and with gratitude. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Mar 3, 20221h 9m

Ep 112: Bluebell Girls Are Brave

Catherine Goodfellow Cook started our interview off with what sets a Bluebell girl apart. Bluebell girls can do and be whatever they want. Cathy shares stories of the reunion in Paris and why reunions matter so much to her. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Feb 24, 20221h 5m

Ep 111: You can be a Hairdresser, a Secretary or…a Bluebell!

Lynda Croft knew at 7 years old that she wanted to be a dancer. Career counselors tried to talk her out of pursuing dance as a career. Thankfully she did not listen to them and found herself in 3 consecutive shows at the Lido de Paris in Paris. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Feb 17, 20221h 12m

Ep 110: Flip It!

The incredible Liz Larkin Thorp asked me if she could interview me and of course I said yes to a chance to connect with Liz again. Besides being in Hello Hollywood Hello together, we also have costume mishaps with the glorious Night and Day dresses in common. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Feb 10, 20221h 8m

Ep 109: Puerto Rico Adventure Stories

Michael Kempton, long time friend and fellow Hello Hollywood Hello cast mate, joins me in this episode. When our contract in Hello Hollywood Hello ended, we took a fabulous job opportunity in Paris Vanities at the El San Juan Hotel in Puerto Rico. We have crazy stories of adventures, scary situations and fun. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Feb 3, 20221h 0m

Ep 108: Tease Productions

Donna Hood made her move from Texas to LA to pursue commercial dance and found her niche in Burlesque. Donna started creating her own style of Burlesque shows by adding showgirl glamour to them and hiring Vegas Showgirls to represent showgirls credibly. Her production company- Tease Productions in LA is changing the world of Burlesque as well as in high end corporate events. Visit her website www.teaseproductions.com to photos and video of Donna’s creations Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jan 27, 202227 min

Ep 107: 3rd Generation Showgirl

Megane Adamik, a dancer in the current Lido de Paris show Paris Merveilles but before that was the 3rd generation in her family to dance at the Moulin Rouge in Paris. Her mother Dominque Papegay and grandmother Fanfan were Can Can soloist. It’s a beautiful story. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jan 20, 20221h 14m

Ep 106: A Month of Josephine Baker

This episode’s guest are Christopher Renfurm and Hillary Sukhonos, the co founders of Cabaret Diversity Network. They share the excitement and honor of celebrating with Paris, the Pantheonision of Josephine Baker and their beautiful part in it. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jan 13, 202256 min

Ep 105: For the Love of Miss Bluebell

Guests Pete Menefee and Christopher Núñez join Sheri to give more history and give honor to the fabulous woman who we call Miss Bluebell. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jan 6, 20221h 11m

Bonus Episode with Lauren Reins

This episode was originally aired on the Patreon page. Lauren reins is a teacher at Bluebells Forever Podcast host Sheri Lewis’s studio in Seattle, Washington. After several conversations at Westlake Dance Center about dancer they discovered that they had a connection through Reno and Hello Hollywood Hello cast. Lauren danced at Sammy’s Showroom at Harrah’s. Lauren shares her heart for teaching and for dancers. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Dec 20, 20211h 3m

Ep 104: Showgirl in Training

This episode is a series of monthly short interviews with Hannah Mooney who has been training with Bluebells Forever Podcast Host, to prepare for an upcoming trip to Paris to see the icon Cabaret shows and hopefully audition. This was originally on the Patreon page as bonus content and now as a full episode for you the listener. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Dec 16, 20211h 23m

Ep 103: There’s a Place For You

Diana D’Amato and Jane Hoggar Bishop ended up at the Lido de Paris in Panache after each being told they were too tall for other dance jobs. Both were told “You should be a Bluebell!” They became fast friends in the wings, hugging the curtain as the camel exited the stage. After being away from each other for decades but had a joyous reunion in Paris at the Bluebell Global Reunion which brought them even closer today. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Dec 9, 20211h 17m

Ep 102: The Unlikely Life of an Acrobat-A Memoir

Michel Rios and his brother Mehdi started their acrobatic career at a very young age, performing on on the street, then many jobs in between but soon found themselves performing on the Ed Sullivan Show. Soon after they were performing at the Lido in Las Vegas and Paris as well as opening act in Jubilee in Las Vegas. His book can be purchased on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Unlikely-Life-Acrobat-memoir-ebook/dp/B086KR56YS Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Dec 2, 202158 min

Ep 101: Around the World and Out Into the Galaxy as a Klingon

Lynn Sterling and I danced together in Bermuda for Greg Thompson Productions. I was a Bluebell before Bermuda and Lynn was a Bluebell in Jubilee in Las Vegas after Bermuda. After her dance career, Lynn went on to new adventures including performing in the Star Trek Experience in Vegas Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Nov 25, 20211h 23m

Ep 100: The 100th Episode!

10 Past guests on Bluebells Forever Podcast come together for our 100th episode and it’s a blast! Guests from all decades Pete Menefee Athena Patacsil Anne Green Rosemary Tall DeHart Elizabeth Phillips Aleksandra Jarecka Marc Reed Rowena Harker Leder Myles Reilly Rachel Keener Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Nov 18, 20211h 19m

Ep 99: Elizabeth Dale Phillips interviews Sheri

Elizabeth Dale Phillips interviews Sheri as a lead up to the 100th episode and why it matters. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Nov 16, 202131 min

Ep 98: Bluebell Sisters

Michelle Brown Jennings got hired at age 16 1/2 to perform at the Lido de Paris in Cocorico and Panache. Her sister Lisa with her family came Paris to see Michelle and ended up auditioning for Pierre Rambert and soon hired to follow in her sister’s footsteps and also became a Bluebell in Bravissimo and C’est Magnifique. Both graced the Lido stage as Principal dancers. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Nov 11, 202148 min

Ep 97: Oh my God, I’ve forgotten my necklace!

Miranda Coe performed in Vegas in Allez Lido, Hello Hollywood Hello in Reno, Cocorico in Paris and eventually became a certified Pilates instructor. We share some fun stories of show dreams, amazing costumes and the fabulous life of Bluebell. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Nov 4, 20211h 20m

Ep 96: My Eiffel Tower Neighbor

Terra Scott and I are side by side splitting center for the photo shoot by the Eiffel Tower for the Bluebells Global Reunion. It was wonderful to hear the great stories from the beauty to my right in the photo shoot. Terra was in Jubilee in Las Vegas after she danced with Disney and Cruise Ships. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Oct 28, 20211h 16m

Ep 95: Lido: Feathers, Jewels, and Thrills

Jeremy Bauchet is back with Bluebells Forever Podcast to share about the release of the Book "LIDO: Feathers, Jewels, and Thrills" for the 75th anniversary of the Lido de Paris. The Lido has reopened with Jeremy promoted to Assistant Ballet Master alongside Jane Sansby. Jeremy is a wealth of knowledge of the Lido, Miss Bluebell, Donn Arden and Pierre Rambert. Congratulations Jeremy on your new adventures. https://www.amazon.com/Lido-Feathers-Thrills-Sonia-Rachline/dp/2080255193/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&qid=1634792120&refinements=p_27%3ASonia+Rachline&s=books&sr=1-5 Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Oct 21, 20211h 24m

Ep 94: More Celebrating of Lido Reopening

Colombe Villaume was born and raised in Paris but did not start her professional dance career in Paris but chose to travel and perform in ballet and cabaret shows abroad before coming back to Paris to audition for the Lido de Paris. Colombe was hired and in the show the top on 2020 right before everything closed down due to Covid. She is thrilled to be back on the Lido stage and celebrate the reopening with much gratitude. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Oct 14, 20211h 14m

Ep 93: Chosen by Siegfried and Roy

Samantha Sage was the first female Stagehand hired at the Stardust Hotel for the Lido de Paris. Samantha was chosen by Siegfried and Roy to be their Down Stage Right which allowed her wonderful and precarious experiences with the animals. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Oct 7, 20211h 17m

Bouns: Bluebell Adjacent Ep. 1

Mary Ann Lamb is known by many for her Broadway and Film career, but Mary Ann started her professional dance career in Greg Thompson Productions as a dancer and showgirl. This is from the Bluebell Adjacent series on the Bluebells Forever Patreon page. We are releasing this as a bonus episode for Bluebells Forever Podcast. If you’d like to become a patron of Bluebells Forever Podcast and receive bonus content each month such as Bluebell Adjacent series, dancers who were not technically Bluebells legacy but in similar shows, Circle Back Series which is a follow up interview with guest previously on Bluebells Forever Podcast, Showgirl in Training Series, and Happy Hour with Anne and Sheri. To learn more about becoming a patron and supporting the work of Bluebells Forever Podcast click: www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Oct 6, 20211h 26m

Ep 92: Aussie Sublimes

I had the honor of reinterviewing two incredible dancers Leah Dominiak and Savanna Haenel from Paris Merveilles at the Lido de Paris who have just been promoted to the Sublime line of Principal Dancers. Also celebrating the reopening of the show after 18 months closure. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Sep 30, 20211h 1m

Ep 91: Love and Laughter Around the World

Rowena Harker Leder, a Bluebell dancer from England as part of the original cast to come from Europe to America to open the first large production show at the Stardust Hotel at the newly built Lido de Paris in Las Vegas. Rowena reads excerpts from her newly released book Love and Laughter Around the World. I laughed through most of this interview. She claims to be the only woman to turn down a date with Cary Grant. Follow Rowena at https:rowenaharkerleder.co.uk/ Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Sep 23, 20211h 3m

Ep 90: The Reopening of the Lido de Paris

Back for interview number 3, Aleksandra Jarecka shares what is like to be back in rehearsals for Paris Merveilles on stage at the Lido de Paris as they prepare to reopen the show tonight. Merde to the cast! Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Sep 16, 202150 min

Ep 89: The History of the Floorshow

Doug Woods started his professional dance career at age 17 at the Lido de Paris at the Stardust Hotel on Las Vegas. Later in his life he went back to school to get his Masters and write his thesis on the History of the Floorshow and how they came about and why they are the way they are. He is a wealth of knowledge about the Miss Bluebell, Donn Arden, Paris and Vegas history. https://douglaswwoods.wordpress.com/ Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Sep 9, 20211h 8m

Ep 88: Back on Stage!

Kate Matthews danced at the Lido de Paris and the Moulin Rogue and for awhile, at the same time as a replacement dancer all while performing at Cirque d’Hiver Bouglions. Kate is one of the fortunate dancers who have returned to the stage after a long hiatus due to Covid. She is performing in a cabaret show in Bordeaux France and so grateful. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Sep 2, 20211h 8m

Ep 87: A Neon Queen

Pat Merl’s very first professional dance job was as a Radio City Rockette. Her audition story is delightful. From there, her career continued on with amazing shows including The Lido de Paris at the Stardust Hotel, Las Vegas, Miller/Reich, Barry Ashton and many more. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Aug 26, 20211h 25m

Ep 86: Have Chignon Will Travel

Elizabeth Dale Phillips is there verge of her book coming out. In this episode Elizabeth reads some excerpts from her book of the travels, stage and romance during her 6 months touring through Italy as a Bluebell Girl. https://booklife.com/project/have-chignon-will-travel-57551 Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Aug 19, 202159 min

Ep 85: Preserving the Showgirl Legacy Through Art and Showgirl Workshops

Mistinguett, a dancer herself became the choreographer for Greg Thompson Productions, which she did until the shows all eventually closed. Now she creates beautiful pieces of showgirl art, showgirl shows and offers Showgirl Bootcamp in Vegas. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Aug 12, 20211h 32m

Ep 84: Full Circle

Constance Scheurer grew up in an exceptionally talented family of professional musicians. Constance, a former Ballerina at Pittsburgh Ballet Theater later became a Bluebell in Hello Hollywood Hello in Reno Nevada. As she is struggling to recover from life altering effects of Covid-19, she finds comfort and hope in listening to recordings of her father, Principal Bass of Ballet Russe, and National Symphony in Washington DC and her Grandfather in Berlin Philharmonic. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Aug 5, 20211h 25m

Ep 83: Cabaret Diversity Network

This interview with Christopher Renfurm was meant to be for Patrons on the Bluebells Forever Podcast Patreon page, but I want to share this with as many people as possible. Christopher Renfurm is the co founder of Cabaret Diversity Network with Hillary Sukhonos. The Mission of Cabaret Diversity Network- The Cabaret Diversity Network (CDN) is an online community which nourishes, celebrates, and supports the legacy of black, brown, and ethnic dancers in the genre of Cabaret. Josephine Baker is a huge inspiration! There have been numerous soloists and performers who have followed in her footsteps. We want to uplift our presence and also encourage the next generation of dancers by holding space for resources, conversation, and information about auditioning, training, and jobs in the biz. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram @cabaretdiversitynetwork and our website www.cabaretdiversity.com If you have any questions or would like to get I touch with us send us a message on our social media or by email [email protected] Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jul 29, 20211h 56m

Ep 82: Showgirl Road Trip Recap

Athena Patacsil and Sheri Lewis reconnect to process and share their grand adventures on their Showgirl Road Trip to Reno, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jul 22, 20211h 45m

Ep 81: Follow Your Heart

Pieter Grove was pursuing a career in medicine but then felt the heart tug to pursue dance and the arts and switched course to do what brought him joy. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jul 15, 202158 min

Ep 80: A Beautiful Work of Art

Former Hello Hollywood Hello Dancer, Michael Darrin Dancer, Mistinguett Dancer plus more, Jacqueline Koenig was my first in person interview on the Showgirl Road Trip. The first thing I saw when I entered her home was a gorgeous painting of her in her entry way, that captured her beauty as a Showgirl/Dancer, painted by fellow dancer Terry Ritter. Her story is also a unique work of art. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jul 8, 20211h 9m

Ep 79: Well Worth the Wait

Jillian Hrushowy was at the top of my list to interview for Bluebells Forever Podcast before it launched over a year ago. Jillian is adored by so many, including me, as Company Manager of Hello Hollywood Hello the full run of the show. I was able to sit with Jillian in person in Vegas on the Showgirl Road Trip and hear her incredible stories of being a professional dancer from age 16-40 in the most iconic shows and moved on to Company Manager of Several shows and now of Legends in Concert in Las Vegas. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jul 1, 202149 min

Ep 78: The Gift Of A Break

Julie Bruyere danced at the Moulin Rouge for 3 years in Paris but took a much needed break to rest and heal her body from the effects of the show on her body. After traveling the world modeling for 7 years, her love of the stage brought her back to Paris and to The Lido De Paris. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jun 24, 20211h 38m

Ep 76: Never Stop Learning

Stephanie Lawton started working and studying at an early age to continue to train as a dancer. Even while in the cast of Hello Hollywood Hello she would watch and study great performers onstage and backstage which continued into her time doing Broadway tours. Stephanie is still to this day an avid learner. Check out the Patreon www.patreon.com/bluebellsforeverpod Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates www.instagram.com/bluebells_forever/ www.facebook.com/Bluebells-Forever-100660515010096

Jun 17, 20211h 30m