Ballet
Mixed race ballerina practicing in studio
Black Ballerina Brings Ballet To Underserved Communities

Former professional dancer Aesha Ash aims to combat socioeconomic barriers that hinder individuals from getting involved in ballet.
by NewsOne Staff
03.31.20
Misty Copeland and Svetlana Zakharova 2.0
Russian Ballerina To Misty Copeland: Blackface Is 'Normal'

The U.S. dancer stirs the pot in a problematic ballet world.
by Adrian Moore
03.31.20
Misty Copeland Gets Her Own Barbie Doll

Misty Copeland hit up "Good Morning America" earlier today and revealed her new Barbie.
by Sukii
05.02.16
Misty Copeland, ballerina, American Ballet Theater
Black Girl Magic: 15 Facts You Should Know…

Misty Copeland and her rise atop the ranks of the competitive world of ballet has been one barrier-shattering moment after…
by D.L. Chandler
04.17.21
Misty Copeland, Ballerina, American Ballet Theater
HER-STORY: Misty Copeland Becomes First Black Principal Dancer…

Congratulations are in order. One of the most famous African-American ballerinas just made history by becoming the first Black woman…
by Christina Coleman
04.17.21
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