Dance Maker host Beth McKee Elliott reflects on closing the 2025 performance season and wrapping up season two of the Dance Maker podcast, announcing a short break before returning in the spring with new artist interviews.

She highlights the success of the year’s performances in Duck, NC and Austin, TX, featuring over 30 works from 20+ artists nationwide.

Looking ahead, she outlines the 2026 Small Plates seasons in Northern Virginia, Duck, and New York City, where the festival returns for its first NYC performance since 2018.

The episode also emphasizes goals for podcast monetization and encourages listeners to subscribe, share, and support Small Plates through donations.

Finally, she offers gratitude to the artists, staff, and community before wishing everyone a peaceful end to 2025.

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Photos: Brian Wolfe www.instagram.com/brianarmoured212

Matt Bradfort www.instagram.com/hankntank

Beth McKee Elliott www.instagram.com/embodiedthreads www.instagram.com/smallplatesdance

Music: Foundations, Shimmer, Matthew Wigton, A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION