Former Dancer Losing Her Vision Is Granted a Nutcracker Wish
The holiday season is the perfect time for wishes to come true. So it was for former dancer Jennifer Levine, who received hers thanks to Wish of a Lifetime, a charitable affiliate of AARP that grants life-changing wishes to adults 65 years or older. Jennifer, who is in the advanced stages of macular degeneration, had […]
Cold and Flu Prevention: Dancer Edition
It happens every year: Someone comes to rehearsal with a tickle in their throat, and before you know it, the whole cast has a case of the Nutcracker sniffles. How can dancers avoid illness and help prevent the spread of cold and flu? Pointe spoke to Dr. Philip Montana, a former professional dancer and current […]
Striving for Spontaneity: How ABT’s Isabella Boylston Finds Freedom Onstage
Whenever she’s performing, American Ballet Theatre principal Isabella Boylston lights up the stage with a vibrant passion. Offstage, she’s a digital-media creative, brand influencer, mental health advocate, and fashion icon. Below, she shares her self-care routine and wellness advice, her toughest role, how she manages pre-performance nerves, and more. With your busy dance schedule, how […]