Ballet
Wendy Whelan only ever wanted to dance. But what happens when you can't dance anymore?
“It is imperative that we nurture and give voice to those who may not have opportunities within the field."
When delayed, dance. (To Ca$h Out.)
WHAT'S HAPPENING
The ballerina may be the visual symbol of the art form, but men wield most of the creative control.
Photographer Omar Robles' portraits capture dancers en pointe in San Juan.
Let's hope this becomes a Valentine's Day tradition.
"Every ballerina that’s danced this ballet, and has danced it well, can say she’s made it."
From athleisure to barre classes, ballet is having a mainstream cultural moment. But what is it we're really being sold?
Olga Smirnova describes her experience playing the role of a classic fairy tale princess.