American Ballet Theatre

Another first for Misty Copeland, and many in ballet say it’s about time

She and Calvin Royal III are the first black couple to perform lead roles for American Ballet Theatre

5 years ago Culture

America’s most famous prima ballerina heads to Cuba to represent female athleticism. (Yes, athleticism.)

By Kelley L. Carter

7 years ago Culture

The 33-year-old ballerina offers advice to those on their own paths to success

7 years ago Culture

She didn’t let the word “no” discourage her

8 years ago The Uplift