Ever wondered how a young talent from Miami makes a leap to the grandeur of Broadway? Join us as we explore Dexter Carr’s remarkable journey from his early days dancing with entertainment icons like Chris Brown, Beyonce and Janet Jackson to gracing Broadway stages in "Bring it On" and "In the Heights." Dexter shares invaluable insights into the transformative shift from the exhilarating world of professional dance to the theatrical demands of Broadway. His story is a vibrant testament to the resilience and creativity needed to thrive in the arts, providing a unique perspective on the supportive nature of the dance community versus the competitiveness of the entertainment industry. 

Dexter opens up about the highs and lows of his career, including the challenges of imposter syndrome and the ever-evolving landscape of auditions and networking. He reflects on his experiences choreographing for megastars like Janet Jackson and Nicki Minaj, and how social media has become a critical tool for building connections and sustaining a career. With a focus on empowerment, Dexter delves into his role in projects like Megan Thee Stallion's reality series "Playground," which gives dancers a voice beyond being background performers. His insights encourage aspiring dancers to embrace their uniqueness and find strength in community and collaboration.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:56 - Who The Hell Are You: Rapid Fire Questions 

00:07:30 - What Drew Dexter to Dance?

00:08:09 - Male Cheerleading as a Cover Up For Being in the Closet

00:08:43 - Auditioning for Chris Brown as a Dancer

00:10:00 - Being Chris Browns Body Double

00:10:37 - Dexter Transitioning from Pop Music to Broadway and Musical Theatre

00:12:52 - Learning How to Tour and Not Party on the Road

00:14:06 - How Does Dexter’s Personality Influence His Work and Creative Process

00:15:05 - Most Memorable Moments in Dexters Career

00:15:48 - Advice from Lin Manuel during “In the Heights”

00:19:34 - Dexter’s New Hulu Series, “Playground” Produced by Megan Thee Stallion

00:22:11 - What Impact Will the Playground Have on Aspiring Dancers?

00:23:12 - How To FInd Your Voice as a Dancer

00:23:50 - How to Adapt to Working with Different Artists 

00:25:22 - Choreographing for The Nicki Minaj Tour

00:28:03 - How to Stay In the Game 

00:29:00 - When Did Dexter Parents Stop Making Him Get a Real Job?

00:30:37 - Behind the Scenes with Janet Jackson

00:33:12 - How Do You Adapt Choreography To Each Project?

00:34:44 - Max’s Episode of Glee

00:35:20 - Current Projects that Dexter is Excited About

00:37:30 - Kaos

00:38:44 - What is Outlet By Dexter?

00:39:51 - TikTok Advice and How To Get TikTok Fame?

00:41:00 - How to Not Get Burnout on TikTok

00:42:11 - Nike App

00:43:40 - Dexter’s Advice for Other Dancers

Special thank you to the following:

Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson