Lead & Create
Neus Gil Cortes
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S2E8 On having more power than we think: Climate justice and independent artists — A conversation with Marla King
In this episode of Lead & Create, I sit down with Marla King to talk about climate justice and what’s possible when independent artists realise they have more power than they think.We explore:-…
S2E7 On being yourself in everything you do: A conversation with Sarah Blanc
Sarah Blanc is one of those artists who brings her full self into everything she does—whether that’s creating punk gig-theatre for kids, making socially engaged performance, or showing up in her…
S2 E6 This One’s for Teachers: Hidden Dynamics in Your Studio
Why do some student groups feel more motivated, engaged, and willing to take creative risks than others — even when you’re teaching the same curriculum? And as teachers, how much influence do we…
S2 E5 Curiosity, Conflict and Creativity in Circus: A conversation with Adrian Porter
In this episode of Lead & Create, Neus is joined by Adrian Porter, Head of Higher Education at the National Centre for Circus Arts and former Cirque du Soleil coach and performer. Adrian shares…
S2 E4 On Work Culture: A conversation with Theo Clinkard
What does it take to create actual healthy workspaces in dance — not just the ones we talk about? In this episode, I speak with Theo Clinkard — choreographer, teacher, designer, and longtime advocate…
S2 E3 Twelve Ways to Support Your Mental Health (That Go Beyond the Obvious)
We know rest is important. We know we should see friends and take breaks from our screens. But even when we know what’s good for us… we often don’t do it. So what’s really going on?In this episode,…
S2 E2 How to Deal with Fear
What if being fearless isn't the goal? In this episode of Lead & Create, Neus Gil Cortes explores how fear shows up in the lives of choreographers and artist-leaders — and why it’s not something…
S2 E1 Dear choreographer: You Have More Power Than You Think
Welcome back to a brand new season of Lead & Create! We're starting with a big question: what is in your power?As independent choreographers, it’s easy to feel powerless — caught between…
#Mini-Series 4: How to sell a show - Final Numbers & What Comes Next
In this final episode of the How to Sell a Show mini-series, Neus shares the surprising final booking numbers for Bending Reality — and how nearly 100 people booked just days before the show. She…
#Mini-Series 3: How to sell a show- When It Gets Quiet
Neus returns after a short silence to share what happened when the ticket sales stayed slow despite every marketing strategy in the book. In this honest, reflective episode, she talks about…
#Mini-Series 2: How to sell a show- The Grumpy Episode: Burnout, Power Moves, and Selling Tickets
In this second episode of the “How to Sell a Show” mini-series, I wake up grumpy — not just because we haven’t sold ten more tickets (we’re at 35 with 3 weeks to go), but because I’m running on…
#Mini-Series 1: How to Sell a Show (With 1 Month to Go)
Welcome to the first bite-sized episode of Lead & Create: The Mini-Series!Neus Gil Cortes shares the real (and slightly chaotic) behind-the-scenes of trying to sell a new dance-circus show in…
#15- A Chat With... Miguel Altunaga
In this last episode of Season 1 of the Lead & Create process, host Neus Gil Cortes meets fellow choreographer and friend Miguel Altunaga to explore the intersection of art, self-awareness, and…
#14- A Chat With... Yukiko Masui
Navigating Leadership in Dance: Insights with Yukiko MasuiIn this episode of the Lead and Create podcast, host Neus Gil Cortes, an experienced Spanish choreographer, discusses leadership in the dance…
#13- A Chat With... Rhiannon Faith
Exploring Radically Tender Dance Theatre with Rhiannon FaithIn this episode of the Lead and Create podcast, host Neus Gil Cortes, a seasoned Spanish choreographer and dramaturg, interviews the…
#12- A Chat With... Reece McMahon and So'l Jelenke
Reimagining Leadership with Reece McMahon and So'l JelenkeWelcome to another episode of Lead and Create, where we delve into the transformative practices reshaping leadership in the arts. I’m…
#11-Things I'd say to Choreographers Just Starting Out
In this episode of Lead & Create, Neus Gil Cortes takes you through some key insights into navigating relationships as an independent choreographer. She shares a personal story about a chance…
#10- How To Embed Access As A Creative Practice
Ever wondered how to genuinely embed accessibility into your creative practice without it feeling like an afterthought? Are you striving to create meaningful work for communities with specific access…
#9- Dear Choreographer: It is going to hurt (sometimes)
In this episode of the "Lead & Create" podcast, we explore the emotional challenges that come with being a choreographer and artist, especially when facing criticism, rejection, and self-doubt.…
#8- A chat with... Becky Naumgauds
Join Neus Gil Cortes in an insightful conversation with choreographer Becky Naumgauds. Becky shares her experiences and challenges in the dance industry, touching on themes of feminist activism,…
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