Starbound Unscripted
Welcome to Starbound Unscripted—the podcast where studio stories, backstage laughs, and real performer moments take center stage. Hosted by Jennifer Hawkins, founder of Starbound Performers and mentor to thousands of dancers and teachers around the world, this show pulls back the curtain on the heart, hustle, and humor that fuel the performing arts world.
Whether you're a dance parent, a passionate performer, an aspiring teacher, or just someone who believes in the power of movement, you'll find inspiration, insight, and a little sparkle here.
Each week, we dive into everything from the studio floor to the stage—sharing candid conversations, personal stories, teaching tips, and our signature "chocolate moment" with a sweet message to reflect on.
Real talk. Real moments. All unscripted.
Because at Starbound Unscripted, we believe Every Performer is a Star!
Starbound Unscripted
Latest Episodes
Structure Before Steps: Helping Young Dancers Learn to Focus
Why does it sometimes feel harder for young dancers to focus, follow directions, transition between activities, or stay engaged in class?A recent conversation among the Starbound Performers staff got Ms. Jennifer thinking when her recept...
The Click That Changes the Dance: How What We Notice Can Change the Way We Experience the Journey
What are you counting—the things going wrong, or the good that is happening all around you?In this personal episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer shares an update on her unexpected journey with acute angle-closure glauco...
The Dance in the Cracks: Finding Strength, Grace, and Beauty When Life Changes the Steps
Sometimes life changes the choreography.After a sudden and serious medical emergency forced me away from Starbound Performers and into months of recovery, I've been learning some lessons I never expected to learn.In this deeply pe...
The Dance Is in the Journey - What a River, a Road Trip, and One Brave Dancer Taught Me
The Dance Is in the Journey takes us on a journey through a very busy Starbound Performers summer—from our first-ever Company Team Banquet, to Nationals, to a Midwest road trip that unexpectedly gave me the inspiration for this episode.<...
Roses, Thorns, and Wings: Lessons That Help Dancers Grow
What do roses, thorns, imagination, courage, and penguins have in common?More than you might think.In this episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer Hawkins shares powerful lessons she observed during the first few weeks of su...
