Black ballerinas
Misty Copeland's surprise 'Sinners' performance turned into one of the biggest moments of the 2026 Oscars.
Misty Copeland takes her final bow Oct. 22 at ABT’s Fall Gala, marking the end of a historic career with the company. In honor of her retirement, we’re looking back at her most iconic performances with the company.
Dancer Tamisha Guy's starring role in DS2 REMIXED: THE BALLET is not just a career highlight — it's a celebration of resilience, identity, and what's possible when art, culture, and heritage collide.
As the first African-American ballerina to become a principal dancer for the American Ballet Theater (ABT), Misty has experienced her fair share of obstacles and discrimination as she's made her way to the top.
During a time when many were "passing" to have a career in dance, Raven Wilkinson was a proud Black ballerina, and that created a lot of obstacles along the way.
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