Odyssey Unscripted
Open conversations, real stories and creative journeys.
Step behind the curtain with the artists of Odyssey Dance Theatre as they share company secrets, reveal never-before-heard stories, and give you an inside look at your favorite dancers and choreographers.”
Episodes
14 episodes
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 14: The End of the Season!
Join Ian, Natalie, and Athena for one final episode of the season as they sit down together before heading their separate ways for the summer. From hilarious memories and unexpected Odyssey moments to heartfelt reflections on their journey as d...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 13: The Judge’s Choice Award - Introducing, Becca Mitchell!
Introducing Becca Mitchell! Becca has been an integral part of Odyssey for almost 4 years now, and she’s also a full-time dance teacher! Becca grew up in the heart of Utah dance culture, and competing is a huge part of that. We want to hear her...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 12: Odyssey's Leading Lady, Queen of the Costumes! - Featuring Cheryl Yeager
Introducing Cheryl Yeager! Cheryl has been around since Odyssey’s inception, and she has become the pillar of costuming within the company. She is responsible for countless costume creations, props, alterations, and many other jobs that make he...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 11: The Directors’ Cut - Congratulations to the Love Birds!
Introducing Lily and Carson! Lily and Carson are the wonderful team we at Odyssey Unscripted have behind the camera, but they’ve also got incredible stories that transcend their behind the scenes work. Lily, growing up in a footloose-esque town...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 10: ODT's Tour of Germany 2026 - Danke Schön, Tschüss!
Odyssey is back from Germany!! The co-hosts will talk about their experiences in Germany,exploring a new country, traveling outside of the country for the first time, performing abroad,and everything that ensued! The hosts can go ...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 9: She's Back Again! (Feat Veronica Cabling)
On this episode, we sit down once again with Veronica Calling, Associate Director of Odyssey Dance Theatre. You may remember Veronica from Episode 2, where she shared part of her story alongside her dad, Derryl Yeager—founder and artistic direc...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 8: Odyssey Sets Sail! - Introducing our Dance Captain (Feat Darby Jones)
Meet Darby Jones—an influential force in Utah’s dance community and a longtime member of Odyssey Dance Theatre. In this episode, we sit down with Darby to explore her journey from first discovering Odyssey to spending nearly a decade growing al...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 7: The Power of Dance! - Dance Activism feat. Ramses Contreras
On this episode we meet Ramses! Listen to discover how dance can become a powerful voice. In this episode, Ramses shares the story behind his inspiring series where he dances to Ukrainian music every day. He talks about what motivated him...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 6: Off-Topic! (February Recap)
The co-hosts are back for a casual catch-up after a whirlwind month! With in-studio rehearsals nearing the finish line and excitement building for our upcoming European tour, there’s so much to share. We’re talking about how rehearsals have rea...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 5 - Dance Teachers Anonymous - Teaching Dance Moves! (Feat Allie Renner)
Podcast Description:In this episode, we’re introducing you to Allie and pulling back the curtain on what life looks like beyond the stage for many Odyssey Dance Theatre members. In today’s dance world, performing and teaching ofte...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 4: "Odyssey is ALIVE!! - The Company's Beginnings"
In this episode, Derryl sits down with Amy—an original member of Odyssey Dance Theatre—to reflect on the early days of the company and the legacy she helped build. From the creation of iconic works like The Bride of Frankenstein pas de...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 3: Re-Peite (Feat. Peiter Mortensen)
In this episode, we sit down with Peiter, one of the most seasoned veterans of the company, to reflect on his incredible journey through the world of professional dance. With years of experience behind him, Peiter shares how his time in the com...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 2: First Day of Rehearsal (Director's Cut)
In this episode, Derryl shares how he began his career, the pivotal moments that shaped his professional journey, highlights from decades of work, and what it’s been like to lead and direct a company for over 30 years. Along the way, we dive in...
Odyssey Unscripted Episode 1: First Day of Rehearsal
In the very first episode of Odyssey Unscripted, Ian, Natalie, and Athena sit down to kick things off with all things Thriller—from iconic moments on stage to the most embarrassing things that have ever happened to them...