Conclusion

    

(Misty photographed with a group of younger dancers)

Misty Copeland is a prodigy ballerina who has been a trailblazer and role model for people of color in the dance community. She really paved the way and is still paving the way for diversity and representation in ballet companies. With her many accomplishments this new generation of ballerinas have someone they can see themselves in. In an interview Misty had they asked her the question of what advice she would give to young up and coming dancers and she stated, “I just remind them that it’s not about the videos you post or the endorsements you get through social media. It’s about the work you’re putting in. There’s no way to go on stage and be the dancer and the artist you want to be if you’re not prepared, focused, and grounded.” (Beard). I think this is so important to say to the generation of young ballerinas we have especially in the age of technology. It really isn't about social media and what goes on there, it is about the hard work that is put into being the best and being at the top and pushing through adversary and self doubt to unleash all one's potential. And like Misty Copeland as a part of the new generation we should follow in her footsteps and continue to make change and show what hard work and determination can truly accomplish.