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While going full-out is amazing, dancers often blur their lines when they push too hard. Brianna explains how to find the perfect balance between high energy and clean execution—and why that balance matters so much in competition.
She also shares her favorite training tip: watching yourself on video. By analyzing when to be sharper and when to soften, dancers learn how to control textures, dynamics, and performance quality.
In this Learn & Shine episode, Brianna shares one of the biggest tips judges look for in contemporary dance: finishing your movement.
Whether you’re extending your arms, transitioning to the next step, or flowing through choreography, how you complete each move makes a huge difference in performance quality.
Brianna breaks down what “cutting movement short” looks like and shows how fully completing your lines can instantly elevate your routine.
Matthew Hastreiter joins ORO Live to share his perspective as a venue manager and event professional. He talks about what goes into preparing a venue for a dance competition, how teams coordinate behind the scenes, and why the right space can elevate a dancer’s entire experience. A helpful conversation for studios, parents, and dancers who want to understand how great events come together.
✨ Johary Ramos on Oro Live.
He shares how dance opened the doors to acting, television, and Broadway. A clear and inspiring look at a performer’s journey and growth.
Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Talk. Laugh. Shine. ✨
Brianna Blake and Rebecca McCormac dive into the discipline, technique, and mindset that ballet gives dancers at every level.
Clear insights for dancers, studios, and parents who want stronger foundations.
Talk. Laugh. Shine. ✨
This week on Oro Live, we chat with Marley Little, dancer, model, and Nike campaign star, about how dance has helped her discover confidence, creativity, and new opportunities beyond the studio.
Her journey reminds every young dancer that dreams don’t stop at the stage — they just begin there. 💛
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
💬 Oro Live — The Podcast Where Talent Shines Brighter Than Gold
Join us on Oro Live as we talk with Elliot Malman, founder of Dance Comp Genie (DCG) — the platform trusted by competitions nationwide.
Elliot shares how DCG helps improve studio communication, streamline event management, and elevate the dancer experience — one competition at a time.
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
💛 Oro Live — The Podcast Where Talent Shines Brighter Than Gold
In this episode of Oro Live, host Brianna Blake sits down with dance photographer Sydney Jackson to explore what really happens behind the lens. From timing and lighting to emotion and connection, Sydney shares how photographers capture dancers at their best — and what every performer can do to make their photos truly shine.
✨ Whether you’re a dancer, parent, or studio owner, this episode offers insider insight into the art of dance photography and the moments that live forever through the camera.
🎙️ Oro Live — Where the Dance Community Connects
💛 Talk. Laugh. Shine.
Hosted by Brianna Blake, this week’s Oro Live dives into an honest and empowering conversation with dancer and choreographer Favian Herrera.
Together, they explore what it means to navigate the dance world as a male performer — from breaking stereotypes to inspiring the next generation of dancers to lead with confidence and authenticity.
✨ Talk. Laugh. Shine.
🎙️ Hosted by: Brianna Blake
💛 Presented by Oro Dance Competition
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In this episode of Oro Live, host DaeZhane Day is joined by Brianna Blake, a dancer, choreographer, and rising actress.
Brianna’s journey includes appearances on Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Sports, the film Roomies (2024), and most recently, being cast in a major network TV show. She shares her story of dedication, resilience, and how dance has opened doors far beyond the competition stage.
💛 Highlights:
What inspired her journey from dance into acting
Lessons learned through auditions and casting
How young dancers can prepare for opportunities outside of competitions
📅 New Oro Live episodes every Sunday at 4 PM PT → @orodancecompetition
🎧 Streaming on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
In this episode of Oro Live, host DaeZhane Day sits down with Mandi Kay to explore what it really takes for parents to prepare their dancer for competition day. From handling nerves and supporting confidence to creating the right environment for success, Mandi shares practical advice and heartfelt insights every dance parent can use.
✨ Whether you’re a first-time competition parent or a seasoned pro, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered and ready to help your dancer shine.
Now streaming on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 💛
In this week’s episode, host DaeZhane Day sits down with Jillian Levine — choreographer and mental performance consultant — to discuss why training the mind is just as important as training the body.
💛 Highlights:
Mental strategies to prepare before stepping on stage
How to manage nerves and performance anxiety
Why mental strength builds resilience in dancers
📅 Catch Oro Dance Live every Sunday at 4:00 PM PT on Instagram @orodancecompetition.
Recorded live on September 7, 2025 — the debut of Oro Live ✨, hosted by DaeZhane Day with special guest judge Tiffany Shontelle.
In this powerful first episode, Tiffany shares insider advice on what judges really look for during a competition performance. From stage presence and technique to passion and storytelling, dancers and studios will hear exactly how to stand out under the lights.
Produced by Oro Dance Competition — Where Talent Shines Brighter Than Gold. ✨
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