Behind the Scenes of the LA Dance Industry -- with Yoe Apolinario (Dancer + Author)

Dance Careers: Unfiltered

Yoe Apolinario has danced for artists like Taylor Swift, Madonna, Usher, Cardi B and many more and is dishing it all in today's episode. She’s also a published author of two works, “Cafe Con Leche” and her newest book “So You Wanna Move to LA” - a vulnerable, inside look at her journey in the dance industry in LA. I’m a big fan of Yoe's positive energy and we chat about:

• Her quest in becoming an author
• The behind the scenes of her 3 year experience as a dancer in Usher’s Las Vegas residency
• The untold challenges dancers face in audition/job scenarios and navigating social media promotion

IG: https://www.instagram.com/yoe.apolinario/
Website: Everythingyoe.com
TikTok: @yoe.apolinario and @yoewrites
Yoe Apolinario is a Commercial Dancer and Movement Artist born and raised in Tampa, Florida. After moving to LA in 2015, she booked commercial work with companies like Sprint, Hyper Volt, and Nike. She’s also had the opportunity to dance for artists like Taylor Swift, Madonna, Usher, Cardi B and many more. Yoe is trained in multiple styles of dance, from Ballet, Popping, Memphis Jookin’ and Clown Dancing, but she is mostly known for her mix of freestyle exploration and contemporary movement.
She is apart of an all female collective called The Council. Together, The Council aims to thrive in sisterhood and community while making space for their art in this industry.
Outside of dance, Yoe is a published author of two works, “Cafe Con Leche” and her newest book “So You Wanna Move to LA” which comes out November 30th, 2023. As her career continues, Yoe hopes to continue to further her movement artistry, continue writing and remain a bright, positive role model for young women in the industry.

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