Take 7: Breaking Barriers with My Mentor and Educator | Featuring Anthony Burrell

In this episode of Call Sheet Confessions, Mia LePage reconnects with mentor, choreographer, and educator Anthony Burrell for a deeply personal conversation about growth, faith, and full-circle moments.

Anthony’s career spans Alvin Ailey, Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry, Dance Moms, and more — but his story begins in Philadelphia, where dance became therapy and mentors became lifelines.

He shares how childhood trauma shaped his drive, how Point Breeze Performing Arts Center changed his future, and why Breaking Barriers was created to give other kids the same opportunity he once received.

The conversation dives into:

• Taking risks and walking away from stability
• Concert vs. commercial dance worlds
• Navigating industry politics and public controversy
• The importance of mentorship and affirmations
• Relationships, self-worth, and protecting your light
• Building legacy through education and fatherhood

Plus, we get into fan-favorite segments:

🎙 What’s On Your Call Sheet – teaching at Boston Conservatory and launching Burrell University

🔥 Hot Takes / This or That – stadium tours, rehearsal magic, classical foundations

🧠 Fact or Fiction – clearing up misconceptions about commercial dance

🍿 Crafty Corner – wild tour stories and lessons learned the hard way

📋 Industry Truths – talent opens doors, but business keeps you there

Whether you’re a dancer, creative, educator, or someone rebuilding after setbacks, this episode is packed with perspective, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom.

📍 Philly roots. Global impact.
🎬 Break barriers. Build legacy.

🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube:
👉 https://youtube.com/@mialepage?si=ArcRSBULA0iZo0y3

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