Olivia Alboher and Avery Gay offer an intimate look into their dance journeys, navigating through the challenges and triumphs of the industry. Olivia's early start in Broadway at 10 and her journey to creating dance content on TikTok gaining popularity and becoming a star. Avery started dancing in mommy class, then trained at the most prestigious ballet schools and competed on NBC’s World of Dance and So You Think You Can Dance.
As the conversation unfolds, insights into So You Think You Can Dance experience emerge, shedding light on the emotional toll of eliminations and the...
Olivia Alboher and Avery Gay offer an intimate look into their dance journeys, navigating through the challenges and triumphs of the industry. Olivia's early start in Broadway at 10 and her journey to creating dance content on TikTok gaining popularity and becoming a star. Avery started dancing in mommy class, then trained at the most prestigious ballet schools and competed on NBC’s World of Dance and So You Think You Can Dance.
As the conversation unfolds, insights into So You Think You Can Dance experience emerge, shedding light on the emotional toll of eliminations and the mental preparation required for such intense competitions. Both Olivia and Avery offer candid reflections on the highs and lows of their respective journeys, emphasizing the importance of resilience and self-belief in overcoming setbacks.
The episode also touches upon the subjectivity of dance judging, the impact of editing choices on contestants' portrayal, and the necessity of mental toughness in the entertainment industry. Through personal anecdotes and shared experiences, Olivia, Avery, and Menina provide valuable lessons on navigating the dance world with determination and grace.
Ultimately, the episode concludes with a message of encouragement and empowerment, urging listeners to pursue their dance dreams with unwavering dedication and a clear vision for the future.
Show notes:
06:57 - Dance career and friendship between two dancers.
13:22 - How two contestants formed a strong bond on SYTYCD despite not knowing each other well beforehand.
14:54 - Changes to SYTYCD, including new location and format.
19:46 - Living in a house during SYTYCD, with mixed emotions and drama.
22:12 - The challenges and experiences of competing on SYTYCD.
28:16 - Mental preparation for SYTYCD.
34:14 - SYTYCD elimination experiences and coping strategies.
36:55 - TV shows and their editing choices affecting dancers' portrayal.
41:17 - Lessons learned from SYTYCD
46:35 - Mental toughness, rejection, and growth in the entertainment industry.
1:00:00 - SYTYCD auditions and personal stories.
1:04:40 - Making the top 10 on SYTYCD.
1:09:25 - Pursuing a dance career with a vision board and goal setting.
Olivia´s Biography:
Olivia Alboher is a dancer, model, and social media star/influencer best known for her viral dance and flexibility trends on TikTok and Instagram where she holds a fanbase of over 2 million followers between the platforms.
Olivia started dancing at age 2 and a half, and secured her first professional broadway credit in Billy Eliot the Musical by age 10 and has been dancing professionally ever since.
Most currently, you can find Olivia on season 18 of So You Think You Can Dance on FOX and HULU.
Avery´s Biography:
Avery Gay is from Scottsdale, Az and began performing and dancing at the age of 4 and was quickly hooked on the feeling she got from performing for an audience.
She was featured dancing with her partner on the Qualifiers, The Duals and The Cut for NBC World of Dance. Prior to that, she was featured as the youngest dancer to dance on pointe for a prime time TV show, NBC’s Little Big Shots and Fox’s So You Think You Can Dance.
She has been fortunate to perform in more than 12 ballet galas worldwide. Allowing her to travel around the globe from Australia to Portugal. Notably she was honored to perform in the Stars of Today, Stars of Tomorrow Gala at the David H. Koch theater in New York after winning the gold medal for Classical Pas De Deux at YAGP Finals. In 2017, she was awarded The Dance Awards Junior Female Best Dancer.
This was Avery’s second Best Dancer Title, been featured in several magazines including Dance Spirit Magazine.
Avery will continue her training attending the University of Arizona.
Connect on Social Media with Olivia:
www.instagram.com/oliviaalboher/
https://www.tiktok.com/@oliviaalboher
Connect on Social Media with Avery:
https://www.instagram.com/averygayofficial
https://www.tiktok.com/@averygayofficial
