Iconic ballerina Misty Copeland made history when she became the first African-American woman to be named principal dancer of the legendary American Ballet Theater. Join Misty Copeland and Nelson George, director of the new feature documentary A Ballerina’s Tale, and moderator Gayle King, for the incredible, behind-the-scenes story of how she overcame a tumultuous upbringing and near career-ending injuries to become one of the most revered dancers of her generation. More than just a ballet success story, Copeland’s journey is a hugely inspirational, universal tale of perseverance. Related video: Misty Copeland with Amy Astley: Life in Motion Misty Copeland Says Diversity is Vital for Ballet’s Future
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Alexei Ratmansky’s production, with the Zurich Ballet and Milan’s La Scala Ballet, restores elements of an 1895 production at St. Petersburg’s Mariinsky Theater.