Misty Copeland

Misty Copeland — Plot

Misty Copeland was promoted to principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre in 2015, becoming the first Black American ballerina to do so in the elite classical company's 75-year history. Misty sheds light on beating all odds through a difficult upbringing and learning ballet at 13 years old. She also expresses the importance of giving back to the communities she hopes to inspire. Friends and colleagues also share their admiration for the prominent dancer and advocate.

• Release date
• November 9, 2015
• Runtime
• 4 min
• Genres
• Documentary
• Director
• Lily Baldwin

Misty Copeland — Cast

Misty Copeland Misty

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Charisse Jones Self

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Susan Fales-Hill Self Raven Wilkinson Self Kerry Washington Self