Soho House New York

One of the highlights of September was when I was in New York and sat down with the acclaimed dancer, philanthropist and @nytimes bestselling author Misty Copland to discusses her pioneering career as the first African American principal artist at the American Ballet Theatre as well as discuss the challenges she has faced, including racial barriers and body image issues.  @mistyonpointe shared her passion to inspire future generations of dancers, highlighting her commitment to #diversity in the arts. We also spoke about her Foundation ( @mistycopelandfdn ) which is dedicated to promoting #inclusivity and to providing opportunities for underrepresented youth with a mission to #empower aspiring dancers through #education #mentorship and access to resources, ensuring that talent is nurtured regardless of background.  Misty explained how the foundation aims to inspire the next generation of artists by breaking down barriers and fostering an inclusive environment in the arts. Through #workshops #scholarships and community outreach, the foundation envisions a future where all young dancers can pursue their dreams and see themselves represented on stage. Thanks to @sohohousenyc @mistyonpointe and all who attended. #proud #dance #equity #empower #pioneer #bebold #ballet #creativeeducation #education