• Lauren Anderson & Dr. Jessica Klanderud: Breaking Barriers and “Being Seen” in Ballet

  • Nov 20 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 24 mins
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Lauren Anderson & Dr. Jessica Klanderud: Breaking Barriers and “Being Seen” in Ballet

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  • In this episode, we’re joined by Lauren Anderson, the first Black principal dancer with Houston Ballet, and Dr. Jessica Klanderud, a professor of African American history and ballet parent. Lauren reflects on her groundbreaking career, shares her thoughts on ballet competitions, and discusses the industry's ongoing diversity challenges. Dr. Klanderud discusses the roots of traditionalism and why “Ballet is pink” just won’t work anymore. She also introduces Our Pointe, her YouTube channel where she shares an innovative technique she developed to help dancers dye pointe shoes to match skin tones. By offering this simple, affordable solution, she’s contributing to greater inclusivity in ballet, ensuring all dancers can feel beautiful.

    Learn more about Lauren Anderson on her website:

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    • Ballet Help Desk
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    https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/new-future

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