Watching a ballerina customize her pointe shoes will just never get old. Not only is it oddly mesmerizing to watch, but the pros always have some genius tips and hacks to offer. New York City Ballet corps member Olivia Boisson recently sat down with Insider to talk about her pointe-shoe process, and trust us, the […]
Happy merry everything, everyone! Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, you’ll LIVE for this: The English National Ballet has constructed a pointe shoe Christmas tree. It is made out of 540 pointe shoes. And it is even more delightful than you’d imagine. English National Ballet on Instagram: “Our very special Christmas Tree made of 540 […]
Is there anything more mesmerizing than watching a ballerina prep her pointe shoes? We’re endlessly fascinated by the destruction, alterations and care that go into achieving that perfect fit. In this video, National Ballet of Canada first soloist Jenna Savella gives us a glimpse into her own preparatory process. Darning, three-quartering and shaving the […]