This week, Kevin talks to actor, dancer, and choreographer, Jess Khan-Lee, one of the most gifted performers working today, about what it means to be a performer, the intangible magic that happens when we connect with fellow performers and audiences, and how life has changed for the arts during lockdown.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Freedom of speech is a two-way street. We can't decry others for speaking out, by insisting that our freedom of speech is being threatened, or we are essentially cancelling out our own argument.
Performers are drawn to their professions because of the magical allure of it - that intangible connection we make when we connect with an audience through artistic expression.
Even without an audience present, the performing arts allow us to create an enchanted connection between ourselves and our fellow performers.
Any investments we make in the development of our career is an investment into our unique, personal artistry.

BEST MOMENTS

'There is no-one more perfect to play Meghan, than Miss Jess Khan-Lee' - 3:15

'For as long as I can remember, I've always identified as a dancer' - 6:48

'There's something magical about being in the darkness of the wings' - 10:04

'It's an investment in the growth and expansion of your own art' - 31:40

 VALUABLE RESOURCES

Jess Khan-Lee Twitter - https://twitter.com/jesskhanlee?lang=en

Jess Khan-Lee Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jesskhanlee/?hl=en

ABOUT THE HOST

Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing & competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' & 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018. 

CONTACT METHOD

Kevin Clifton Instagram

Kevin Clifton Facebook

Kevin Clifton YouTube

This week, Kevin talks to actor, dancer, and choreographer, Jess Khan-Lee, one of the most gifted performers working today, about what it means to be a performer, the intangible magic that happens when we connect with fellow performers and audiences, and how life has changed for the arts during lockdown.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Freedom of speech is a two-way street. We can't decry others for speaking out, by insisting that our freedom of speech is being threatened, or we are essentially cancelling out our own argument.</li>
<li>Performers are drawn to their professions because of the magical allure of it - that intangible connection we make when we connect with an audience through artistic expression.</li>
<li>Even without an audience present, the performing arts allow us to create an enchanted connection between ourselves and our fellow performers.</li>
<li>Any investments we make in the development of our career is an investment into our unique, personal artistry.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
'There is no-one more perfect to play Meghan, than Miss Jess Khan-Lee' - 3:15
'For as long as I can remember, I've always identified as a dancer' - 6:48
'There's something magical about being in the darkness of the wings' - 10:04
'It's an investment in the growth and expansion of your own art' - 31:40
&nbsp;VALUABLE RESOURCES
Jess Khan-Lee Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/jesskhanlee?lang=en">https://twitter.com/jesskhanlee?lang=en</a>
Jess Khan-Lee Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jesskhanlee/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/jesskhanlee/?hl=en</a>
ABOUT THE HOST
Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing &amp; competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' &amp; 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018.&nbsp;
CONTACT METHOD
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/keviclifton/">Kevin Clifton Instagram</a>
<a href="http://facebook.com/Kevin-Clifton-187314728731206/">Kevin Clifton Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHUT8wBgKjY12cWooahwwBw">Kevin Clifton YouTube</a>

Welcome to the Kevin Clifton Show podcast. Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing & competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' & 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Comer Dancing' which Kevin won in 2018. The podcast is a discussion of what the industry is like for performers and what they go through, to perform you will be judge and even Kevin has his insecurities with this, this is normal. Learn how Kevin & the biggest performers deal with this & other issues. The podcast features deep dive interviews into other performers, their mindset successes and challenges. The podcast goes beyond dance & performing and Kevin shares his experience in life and gives tips to achieve greatness.  

Welcome to the Kevin Clifton Show podcast. Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing &amp; competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' &amp; 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Comer Dancing' which Kevin won in 2018. The podcast is a discussion of what the industry is like for performers and what they go through, to perform you will be judge and even Kevin has his insecurities with this, this is normal. Learn how Kevin &amp; the biggest performers deal with this &amp; other issues. The podcast features deep dive interviews into other performers, their mindset successes and challenges. The podcast goes beyond dance &amp; performing and Kevin shares his experience in life and gives tips to achieve greatness.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The Addictive Magic Of Performance - with Jess Khan-Lee

Kevin is back with a bang, and in the company of not just the community, but also his fellow co-stars of the Burn The Floor dance show extravaganza!

Listen as Kevin and three of his extraordinary his co-stars answer the burning questions about Burn The Floor itself, and discuss the incredible success of theatre itself as it rebounds into prominence once more.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
There has been much doubt since COVID, about what the state of theatre and live entertainment would look like. Therefore, it has been gratifying to see that so many people have flown back to venues in order to enjoy live shows and help support the industry.
Burn The Floor's motto is "Be brave, be bold with no boundaries". This sums up the general feeling about the show. It has become a comfortable space in which creatives can express themselves completely.
The performing community have pulled together across the last two years, collectively inspiring and motivating each other, and keeping the spirit of theatre alive.

BEST MOMENTS 

'I wasn't sure how we were going to top the 2019 tour, but it feels like we are' - 1:21

'My three words to describe Burn The Floor would be Best Experience Ever' - 5:50

'The thing that kept me going was knowing how hard people were trying to get the show up and running again' - 15:56

'Burn The Floor is such a good training ground for all of these dance legends!' - 17:32

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The All New Kevin Clifton Show Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/TheKevinCliftonShow

ABOUT THE HOST

Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing & competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' & 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018. 

CONTACT METHOD

Kevin Clifton Instagram

Kevin Clifton Facebook

Kevin Clifton YouTube

Kevin is back with a bang, and in the company of not just the community, but also his fellow co-stars of the Burn The Floor dance show extravaganza!
Listen as Kevin and three of his extraordinary his co-stars answer the burning questions about Burn The Floor itself, and discuss the incredible success of theatre itself as it rebounds into prominence once more.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>There has been much doubt since COVID, about what the state of theatre and live entertainment would look like. Therefore, it has been gratifying to see that so many people have flown back to venues in order to enjoy live shows and help support the industry.</li>
<li>Burn The Floor's motto is "Be brave, be bold with no boundaries". This sums up the general feeling about the show. It has become a comfortable space in which creatives can express themselves completely.</li>
<li>The performing community have pulled together across the last two years, collectively inspiring and motivating each other, and keeping the spirit of theatre alive.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS&nbsp;
'I wasn't sure how we were going to top the 2019 tour, but it feels like we are' - 1:21
'My three words to describe Burn The Floor would be Best Experience Ever' - 5:50
'The thing that kept me going was knowing how hard people were trying to get the show up and running again' - 15:56
'Burn The Floor is such a good training ground for all of these dance legends!' - 17:32
VALUABLE RESOURCES
The All New Kevin Clifton Show Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheKevinCliftonShow">https://www.patreon.com/TheKevinCliftonShow</a>
ABOUT THE HOST
Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing &amp; competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' &amp; 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018.&nbsp;
CONTACT METHOD
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/keviclifton/">Kevin Clifton Instagram</a>
<a href="http://facebook.com/Kevin-Clifton-187314728731206/">Kevin Clifton Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHUT8wBgKjY12cWooahwwBw">Kevin Clifton YouTube</a>

Burn The Floor: A Q&A With The Stars

It's a very festive special this time round, as Kevin and his father, Keith, along with the community, celebrate the coming of the yuletide season by taking a deep dive into the thrills, spills, drama and splendour of the Strictly Come Dancing Grand Final, as well as the annual Strictly Christmas Special!

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Britain has been in need of a little brightening up. Regardless of the eventual outcome of the competition itself, no one can deny that Strictly has had a rejuvenating effect upon the nation's spirits.
When professionals have acted as judges, the perspective they take as an audience member becomes drastically different to that of a regular viewer. It focusses upon technique rather than entertainment value.
The magic of Strictly Come Dancing is amplified at Christmas time, but because it is a one-off special, the scores tend to be slightly skewed and more generous because of its annual nature.
COVID has done its best to derail the Strictly season, but through the hard work and determination of those taking part, the series became a beacon of resilience and hope.

BEST MOMENTS

'It was a great feel-good factor. Britain wanted a good Strictly final and they got it' - 5:00

'The judges are looking for technique as well as emotional connection' - 13:16

'He has a very annoying habit of being right, my son...' - 24:52

'I always love having a bit of Strictly magic at Christmas' - 28:23

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The All New Kevin Clifton Show Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/TheKevinCliftonShow

ABOUT THE HOST

Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing & competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' & 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018. 

CONTACT METHOD

Kevin Clifton Instagram

Kevin Clifton Facebook

Kevin Clifton YouTube

It's a very festive special this time round, as Kevin and his father, Keith, along with the community, celebrate the coming of the yuletide season by taking a deep dive into the thrills, spills, drama and splendour of the Strictly Come Dancing Grand Final, as well as the annual Strictly Christmas Special!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Britain has been in need of a little brightening up. Regardless of the eventual outcome of the competition itself, no one can deny that Strictly has had a rejuvenating effect upon the nation's spirits.</li>
<li>When professionals have acted as judges, the perspective they take as an audience member becomes drastically different to that of a regular viewer. It focusses upon technique rather than entertainment value.</li>
<li>The magic of Strictly Come Dancing is amplified at Christmas time, but because it is a one-off special, the scores tend to be slightly skewed and more generous because of its annual nature.</li>
<li>COVID has done its best to derail the Strictly season, but through the hard work and determination of those taking part, the series became a beacon of resilience and hope.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
'It was a great feel-good factor. Britain wanted a good Strictly final and they got it' - 5:00
'The judges are looking for technique as well as emotional connection' - 13:16
'He has a very annoying habit of being right, my son...' - 24:52
'I always love having a bit of Strictly magic at Christmas' - 28:23
VALUABLE RESOURCES
The All New Kevin Clifton Show Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheKevinCliftonShow">https://www.patreon.com/TheKevinCliftonShow</a>
ABOUT THE HOST
Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing &amp; competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' &amp; 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018.&nbsp;
CONTACT METHOD
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/keviclifton/">Kevin Clifton Instagram</a>
<a href="http://facebook.com/Kevin-Clifton-187314728731206/">Kevin Clifton Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHUT8wBgKjY12cWooahwwBw">Kevin Clifton YouTube</a>

The Strictly Come Dancing Final / Christmas Special Review Spectacular

The competition has entered a truly nail-biting final phase, and this weekend saw a thrilling semi-final. Joanne is on hosting duties this week alongside father, Keith Clifton, and the community to reflect upon the series so far, to speculate upon which dances the remaining couples should perform again in the final, and to discuss the ever-nearing climax to this incredible series.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
The series this year has provided a much needed element of escapism and glamour to a year that many assumed would be brighter, but which has proved to be equally as troublesome as 2020. Strictly has been a tonic for the nation.
With such an array of talent, and with such improved celebrity partners, the final is set to be an explosion of creativity and invention, and picking a winner will be extra tough this year.
With the announcement of the new COVID measures, many are fearful that their lives may be impacted once more. Hopefully, this is not the case.
With nothing left to prove, it is now incumbent upon the dancers to give everything they have and enjoy the fact that win or lose, they have made it to the final week of the show.

BEST MOMENTS

 

'I don't know about you but this has gone really, really fast!' - 1:26

'The final's going to be really close in terms of how well they're going to dance' - 8:34

'You have to go at it thinking "I'm going to have the best time of my life"' - 37:28

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The All New Kevin Clifton Show Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/TheKevinCliftonShow

ABOUT THE HOST

 

Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing & competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' & 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018. 

 

CONTACT METHOD

Kevin Clifton Instagram

Kevin Clifton Facebook

Kevin Clifton YouTube

The competition has entered a truly nail-biting final phase, and this weekend saw a thrilling semi-final. Joanne is on hosting duties this week alongside father, Keith Clifton, and the community to reflect upon the series so far, to speculate upon which dances the remaining couples should perform again in the final, and to discuss the ever-nearing climax to this incredible series.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>The series this year has provided a much needed element of escapism and glamour to a year that many assumed would be brighter, but which has proved to be equally as troublesome as 2020. Strictly has been a tonic for the nation.</li>
<li>With such an array of talent, and with such improved celebrity partners, the final is set to be an explosion of creativity and invention, and picking a winner will be extra tough this year.</li>
<li>With the announcement of the new COVID measures, many are fearful that their lives may be impacted once more. Hopefully, this is not the case.</li>
<li>With nothing left to prove, it is now incumbent upon the dancers to give everything they have and enjoy the fact that win or lose, they have made it to the final week of the show.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
&nbsp;
'I don't know about you but this has gone really, really fast!' - 1:26
'The final's going to be really close in terms of how well they're going to dance' - 8:34
'You have to go at it thinking "I'm going to have the best time of my life"' - 37:28
VALUABLE RESOURCES
The All New Kevin Clifton Show Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheKevinCliftonShow">https://www.patreon.com/TheKevinCliftonShow</a>
ABOUT THE HOST
&nbsp;
Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing &amp; competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' &amp; 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
CONTACT METHOD
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/keviclifton/">Kevin Clifton Instagram</a>
<a href="http://facebook.com/Kevin-Clifton-187314728731206/">Kevin Clifton Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHUT8wBgKjY12cWooahwwBw">Kevin Clifton YouTube</a>

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