Misty Copeland

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/misty-copeland

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1. When was Misty Copeland born?September 10, 1982
2. Where was Misty Copeland born?Kansas City, Missouri
3. What is the published works?Authored two autobiographical books, including 'Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina'
4. What is Misty Copeland known for?Misty Copeland is a ballerina who became the first African American woman to be a principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre.
5. How did Misty Copeland start dancing?She began formal ballet training at age 13, later than most dancers.

Corps de Ballet: The ensemble of dancers in a ballet company, performing synchronized movements and often forming the backdrop for principal dancers.
Soloist: A dancer who performs featured roles and solos, typically ranking between the corps de ballet and principal dancers.
Principal Dancer: The highest-ranking dancer in a ballet company, responsible for performing the lead roles and embodying the main characters of a ballet.
Emancipation: The process of being freed from legal, social, or political restrictions, often referring to a minor seeking independence from parental control.