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
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...
Keep Dancing Through Summer: How to Stay Active, Inspired, and Ready for Fall
What happens when a month feels like you're trying to drink water from a fire hose?In this heartfelt episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer reflects on a whirlwind month filled with graduations, awards ceremonies, concerts, meetin...
Dancing Through the Seasons: Past, Present, and Future
As the dance season comes to a close and graduation season begins, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and look ahead.In this heartfelt episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer Hawkins shares powerful insights on what ...
Rooted in Dance: What Redwood Trees Teach Us About Friendship
What if the secret to becoming a stronger dancer… isn’t about standing taller—but about who you’re standing with?In this heartfelt episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms Jennifer Hawkins shares a powerful lesson inspired by the tal...
From “I Can’t” to “I Can”: Building Confident Dancers from the Inside Out
How many times have we heard a dancer say, “I can’t”… before they’ve even begun?In this powerful episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer Hawkins dives into the mindset shift that can change everything for dancers — moving ...
