Brown Girls Do Ballet
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The mission of Brown Girls Do Ballet is to help increase participation of underrepresented minority populations in ballet programs through organizing and arranging ballet performances, photo exhibitions, and providing resources and scholarships to assist young girls in their ballet development and training.
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It's back! Our annual holiday gift guide is here! Make sure to support these amazing brands ..read more
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On the date of September 26th, 2023, an eagerly awaited masterpiece graced the world’s bookshelves- “The Color Of Dance.” This book was sprung from the creativity and dedication of none other than Takiyah Wallace-McMillian, the innovator behind the Brown Girls Do Ballet movement, who wears the crowns of both Founder and Executive Director. Her mission and ambition woven into the vision of the book is to reshape our perception of dance particularly for individuals of color.
Image from “The Color Of Dance”
The Color Of Dance serves as a model of empowerment and a living manifestation to people ..read more
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Spring is a time for new beginnings, growth, and natural beauty. What are you most looking forward to this season? Check out our list below for inspiring ideas from our Brown Ballerina Blog to help kickstart your season of growth!
Improve your skills by spending time in nature
One huge benefit that comes with embracing the outdoors is the effect of nature on your creativity and mood. As it turns out, spending quality time in nature is also a way to make you a stronger, happier dancer! Read more…
Help protect our environment
It’s everyone’s responsibility to find ways to respect our planet ..read more
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1y ago
Faith Carrillo, Brown Girls Do Ballet Ambassador
As a dancer, have you ever felt excluded from your peers? Have you ever felt discouraged because you did not think you were progressing? Have you ever felt isolated and unseen because you do not look like your studio mates? Then you are not alone.
In ballet, especially for young dancers, it is common to think that your struggles are yours only. Many times, it can feel hard to relate to others. We all want the same thing: to be the best we can be - but it is very easy to feel weighed down by negative thoughts and insecurities. It is impera ..read more
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1y ago
By Ciyanna Rogers-Taylor, Brown Girls Do Ballet Ambassador
The transition from middle school to high school can be especially difficult for performing arts students. Having to juggle the new heavy workload of high school and continuing after-school training can have a large toll on your mental health and stress.
As a senior Dance major at LaGuardia High School, I’ve spent the past 3 years of my high school experience going through trial and error trying to balance the load. I’ve come up with a few tips and tricks for incoming freshmen, and even sophomores, juniors, and seniors who ..read more
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1y ago
A Conversation with Jazz Khai Bynum By Gabrielle Lilly, Brown Girls Do Ballet Ambassador
Having confidence during injuries and setbacks can be tough! In these moments we feel like giving everything up, but we shouldn’t! My mentor and friend, Jazz Bynum of Ballet West, has great advice for dancers working to get back to dancing after suffering a setback. Jazz has a condition called Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), that has presented her with several challenges during her dance journey. Most recently, she suffered a third tear to her ACL.
Related: Brown Ballerina Advice: Jazz Bynum on Resilie ..read more
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1y ago
By Faith Carrillo, Brown Girls Do Ballet Ambassador
Ballet is one of the most beloved styles of dance. It is a stunning art form that has a special place in the hearts of many. It is the love of ballet that drives us to carry this art form into the next generation, so more people can enjoy it. This is why it's so important to showcase underrepresented groups and give everyone the chance to shine!
The Ballet world tends to cling onto tradition and shy away from new and modern ideas, even if that means excluding certain communities. Many dancers are working tirelessly to create new spaces ..read more