#334: Christopher Erk (Dancer) (pt. 2 of 2)
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Today we released part two of our interview with Los Angeles-based dancer, Christopher Erk. For 20 years he’s traveled the world as a professional tap dance performer, teacher, and choreographer. Most recently he has toured with Tap Dogs, Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox, and was a featured Artist in Las Vegas's number one show, Absinthe at Caesar's Palace.
In addition to his dancing, he’s the Founding Artistic Director of the Tap Factor, a production company that emphasizes the global implications of Tap Dance through all-inclusive workshops and performance opportunities that tour internationally throughout the year.
Make sure to check out Chris’s websites in the show notes to see him in action!
https://www.christophererk.com/home and https://www.youtube.com/@christophererk4848
Chapters
1. Introducing Dancer Christopher Erk (00:00:00)
2. Balancing Performance and Financial Sustainability (00:05:15)
3. Dance as a Facilitation Tool (00:10:41)
4. The Tap Factor's Origin Story (00:19:05)
5. Breaking Barriers with Best Buddies (00:23:31)
6. Defining Success as an Artist (00:34:08)
7. Final Advice for Arts Entrepreneurs (00:38:51)
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