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   Misty Danielle Copeland (born September 10, 1982) is an American ballet dancer for American Ballet Theatre (ABT), one of the three leading classical ballet companies in the United States. On June 30, 2015, Copeland became the first African American woman to be promoted to principal dancer in ABT's 75-year history.

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   • Education: San Pedro High School

   • Years active: 1995–present
   • Occupation: Ballet dancer

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     Misty Copeland Teaches Ballet Technique and Artistry | Official Trailer | MasterClass

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3. mistycopeland.comMisty Copeland

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   The Official Website of. MISTY COPELAND. photo by Brad Trent. 01-. MISTY'S STORY. Rising star Misty Copeland makes history as the first African American Female Principal Dancer with the prestigious American Ballet Theatre.

4. www.britannica.com › biography › Misty-CopelandMisty Copeland | Biography, Dancing, Books, & Facts

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   May 8, 2024 · Misty Copeland, American ballet dancer who, in 2015, became the first African American female principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre (ABT). Her inspiring story made her a role model and a pop icon. She appeared in music videos, on Broadway, and in film. Read more about Copeland’s life and career.

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     Stevie Wonder, Misty Copeland to address The Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University graduates

     Students from The Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore are in for a special graduation treat.

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7. www.history.com › this-day-in-history › mistyMisty Copeland becomes American Ballet Theater's ... - HISTORY

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   Apr 1, 2024 · Learn about the life and achievements of Misty Copeland, who broke racial barriers as the first African American woman to become a principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre in 2015. Discover how she overcame challenges, expanded the image of ballet and inspired others with her story.

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8. www.biography.com › artists › misty-copelandMisty Copeland - Quotes, Family & Age - Biography

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   Jul 2, 2015 · Learn about the life and career of Misty Copeland, the first African American principal dancer of American Ballet Theatre. Discover how she overcame a turbulent childhood, injuries and racial barriers to become a global icon of classical dance.

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   ABOUT. discover misty's journey. Born in Kansas City, Missouri and raised in San Pedro, California, Misty Copeland began her ballet studies at the late age of thirteen. At fifteen, she won first place in the Music Center Spotlight Awards.

10. www.bbc.com › worklife › articleMisty Copeland is 'not scared' to face a career beyond dance

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    Jan 4, 2024 · Misty Copeland is 'not scared' to face a career beyond dance. 4 January 2024. By Jacqueline Schneider,Features correspondent. BBC. Misty Copeland talks to Katty Kay on the BBC's Influential...

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    Who is Misty Copeland?

    • "ABT dancer Misty Copeland talks about roles on and off the stage". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved February 3, 2016. ^ Seibert, Brian (October 30, 2014). "No Respite for the Eye as Ballet Hierarchy Meets Bach to the Tune of a Solo Violin: Ballet Theater Performs Bach Partita". The New York Times. Retrieved February 3, 2016. ^ Witchel, Leigh.

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    Where did Misty Copeland grow up?

    • Misty Copeland and her siblings grew up with a single mother whose several failed marriages resulted in financial instability. When young, Copeland moved with her family from Kansas City to San Pedro, California. Her first formal encounter with dance was on the drill team of her middle school.

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    How did Misty Copeland become a dancer?

    • Misty Copeland endured a tumultuous home life to find her way to dance, eventually studying under California ballet instructor Cindy Bradley. Copeland joined the studio company of American Ballet Theatre in 2000, becoming a soloist several years later and starring in an array of productions such as The Nutcracker and Firebird.

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    Does Misty Copeland play Odette in Swan Lake?

    • "Misty Copeland Takes the Stage in Swan Lake: American Ballet Theatre soloist adds her own flourish to the role of Odette/Odile". The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved February 3, 2016. ^ Bailey, Alyssa (June 26, 2015). "Watch Misty Copeland Make Her Stunning Debut In Swan Lake". Elle. Retrieved February 3, 2016. ^ Catton, Pia (June 30, 2015).

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