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Misty Copeland, American Ballet Theatre

Ballet Teacher June 30, 2015 Ballerinas & Dancers 0 Comments

Misty Copeland made history when she was promoted to principal dancer of the prestigious American Ballet Theatre, becoming the first African-American ballerina to reach the elite dance…

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