Episode Summary:
On "Business of Dance," Amy Allen details her journey from Britney Spears's audition hopeful to celebrated choreographer for A-listers like Usher. Starting as a Laker girl at 17, she swiftly broke into the LA dance scene. Her fusion of ballet with commercial dance catapulted her to tour with Beyoncé and later to choreograph for major acts.
Allen opens up about the hurdles of injury and the importance of self-care and creative vitality. She champions continuous learning and reflects on how further business education could have enhanced her career. Teaching herself to perfect ballet while teaching others, she advises using freestyle and life experiences to fuel choreographic work and stresses the significance of mentorship in seizing industry opportunities.
This episode offers a wealth of knowledge for aspiring dancers and creatives, with Allen and host Menina Fortunato exploring the intricacies of the dance world and the entrepreneurial acumen needed to thrive.

Show notes:

0:03 Dance industry insights and experiences with Amy Allen.

3:34 Early life, career path, and industry experiences.

10:47 Dance career highlights and experiences.

15:49 Dance career, competitiveness, and choreography.

20:37 Music, dance, and work with various artists.

25:55 Dance career, injuries, and choreography.

31:24 Dance choreography and overcoming creative blocks.

36:07 Dance styles, choreography, and creativity.

39:46 Dance career, college degree, and personal growth.

45:44 Dance careers, education, and dream jobs.

50:28 Dance passion, choreography, and teaching.

56:27 Dance technique and creativity.

1:01:38 Dance career paths with industry professionals.



Biography:
Amy Allen is a remarkable figure in the world of dance and entertainment, known for her incredible versatility, creative choreography, and unwavering dedication to her craft. With a career spanning television, film, commercials, and live performances, she has made a significant impact on the entertainment industry and the artists she has worked with.
Amy possesses the remarkable talent to transition effortlessly between hip hop and classical ballet, captivating audiences with her grace and poise. This exceptional skill set earned her two nominations for "Best Choreography" at the MTV Video Music Awards, for her work on Usher's "OMG" and Jason Derulo's "Talk Dirty" music videos.
On the small screen, Amy's choreography and infectious smile have graced some of the most popular and sought-after television shows, including "So You Think You Can Dance," "Dancing with the Stars," "Ellen," "American Idol," "X Factor," "Good Morning America," "Jimmy Kimmel," "The Today Show," "GMA," "David Letterman," "Ellen," and "The Voice."
Her talent has left an indelible mark on the industry, contributing to unforgettable moments at prestigious events such as the Nobel Peace Prize, European Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, Soul Train Awards, American Music Awards, MTV Movie Awards, Kids Choice Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, Grammy Awards, and BET Awards.
Amy's expertise in artist development sets her apart as a mentor and coach. Her ability to fuse classic dance styles with a distinct hip-hop flavor has led to collaborations with a plethora of renowned artists, including Usher, Britney Spears, Ne-Yo, Ciara, Jennifer Hudson, Hilary Duff, Justin Bieber, Will Smith, Faith Hill, Kelly Clarkson, Alicia Keys, Florence and the Machine, Pitbull, Hailee Steinfeld, and many more.
She ventured into the production industry, serving as a set designer for Jason Derulo's World Tour and TV performances. 

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