#483: Tyler McKenzie // Hamilton Dance Captain and Universal Swing // Part Two

<p>Tyler McKenzie is back for round two! Tyler just wrapped up an eight year journey with Hamilton, starting as a swing on Broadway for six months and then spending the rest of his time as a Universal Swing and the Dance Captain of the Philip Tour. Make no mistake, Tyler was traveling all over the place, but as an original member of that now-famous (infamous?) Philip Company, "Philip will always be home."</p> <p>This week, Tyler talks about embracing his role as a teacher and a leader, which is absolutely pivotal when you're the dance captain. His teaching philosophy is simple: he understands that every performer learns differently. It's simple, but it feels rare! Tyler rightfully sees his ability create a safe space as his superpower, and he explains how he loves allowing dancers to learn, question, grow, and be as authentic as possible.</p> <p>It was wild to hear about how he was able to find all *kinds* of stability when his phone could ring at any moment telling him he needs to get on a plane tomorrow morning to dive headfirst into another COVID outbreak. No but seriously that happened ALL THE TIME. From marrying his husband Dallin to buying a home, Tyler explains how important it is to always remember that it's all still a business and you need to keep your eye on that, always.</p> <p>With Tyler, the possibilities are endless, but there's at least one thing on his mind right now: "Who wants to Blacken up yoga?! Let's do it!"</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisistylermckenzie/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Tyler on Instagram</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="http://Website" rel="noopener" target="_blank">http://www.tylermckenzie.net/</a></strong></p> <p><a href="https://thehamilcast.com/episode-106-im-not-falling-behind-or-running-late/"> <strong>#106: I'm not falling behind or running late</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://thehamilcast.com/episode-130-i-came-as-soon-as-i-heard-lasvegust-part-two/"> <strong>#130: I came as soon as I heard // #LasVegust Part Two</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://thehamilcast.com/episode-131-i-came-as-soon-as-i-heard-lasvegust-part-three/"> <strong>#131: I came as soon as I heard // #LasVegust Part Three</strong></a></p> <p>///</p> <p><a href="https://gillianwithag.com/"><strong>Gillian's Website</strong></a></p> <p><strong><a href="https://twitter.com/TheHamilcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Hamilcast on Twitter</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehamilcast/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Hamilcast on Instagram</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheHamilcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join the Patreon Peeps</a></strong></p>