Thursday, September 17, 2015

Entry 2, Marking Period 1


http://www.aballerinastale.com
I am really looking forward to seeing this documentary about ABT's first black principal dancer, Misty Copeland. I read her memoir this summer and it was very inspirational and emotional. I saw her perform the role of Clara in ABT's version of the Nutcracker at BAM last winter and she is breathtaking. I grew up doing ballet 4-5 times per week and loved it so much. As I've gotten older my interests have shifted towards contemporary dance, but ballet will always be my first dance love. I am inspired by her drive and dedication to her art form. There were many sentences that I related to in her book especially when she described that moving and dancing just makes her feel whole. I encourage anyone to watch the videos under the video link on the website.
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4 comments:

  1. UnknownOctober 1, 2015 at 1:20 PM

    I love Misty Copeland!!!! I went to her book signing and I too have seen her play Clara :) Do you know what other ballets she is going to dance in?

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  2. UnknownOctober 4, 2015 at 2:05 PM

    when did Misty Copeland's book come out?

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  3. UnknownOctober 6, 2015 at 6:24 AM

    Pippa- I'm not sure what roles she will be performing in this upcoming season with ABT. Morgan- her book came out last year. It's a good read.

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  4. UnknownNovember 4, 2015 at 10:42 AM

    i'm going to see the nutcracker this year soo excited

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