Tag: soloist

Misty Copeland

It’s no wonder Misty Copeland is a role model for countless aspiring ballerinas. Misty didn’t take her first dance class until age 13, at the local Boys & Girls Club in San Pedro, CA. Her natural strength and flexibility, plus a killer work ethic, meant she advanced quickly, and in 2000 she joined American Ballet […]

Dear Katie: My Doctor Says I'm Underweight!

In our “Dear Katie” series, former NYCB soloist Kathryn Morgan answers your pressing dance questions. Have something you want to ask Katie? Email [email protected] for a chance to be featured! Dear Katie, I’m constantly eating, and I like the way my body looks, but my doctor says I’m underweight. She’s worried because I’m 18 and […]

Dear Katie: My Extensions Are Totally Uneven!

In our “Dear Katie” series, former NYCB soloist Kathryn Morgan answers your pressing dance questions. Have something you want to ask Katie? Email [email protected] for a chance to be featured! Dear Katie, My extensions are totally uneven. I’m great to the front and side with my right leg, but can barely reach 90 degrees in […]

Dear Katie: I'm So Short!

In our “Dear Katie” series, former NYCB soloist Kathryn Morgan answers your pressing dance questions. Have something you want to ask Katie? Email [email protected] for a chance to be featured! Dear Katie, Even after a big growth spurt last year, I’m still barely 5 feet tall. I hate being short! My arms and legs look […]

Dear Katie: I Love Performing, But I Dread Class!

In our “Dear Katie” series, former NYCB soloist Kathryn Morgan answers your pressing dance questions. Have something you want to ask Katie? Email [email protected] for a chance to be featured! Dear Katie, I love performing, but I dread class and rehearsals. They’re so boring! How can I find my passion in the studio as well […]