principal dancer

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In the run-up to her departure, the petite principal dancer has been performing as if she still had any number of years left in her onstage career.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Millepied — a former principal dancer with the New York City Ballet — served as a choreographer on the movie.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Baroness Bull was a principal dancer at the Royal Ballet for almost two decades and is a current deputy speaker.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026

But the season’s most eagerly attended performance was a gala honoring principal dancer Misty Copeland with a farewell showcase.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 3, 2025

An autographed pointe shoe from Noelani Pantastico, my favorite principal dancer.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day