Misty Copeland

Growing up, I was the kid who was involved in everything. I ran track; played soccer, basketball, and volleyball; and was also involved in the performing arts,

Learn more about American Ballet Theatre's first black principal dancer.

Since the first recognized ballerina, Marie Taglioni, took up the royal court art form in the early 19th century, the ballet body has always been in flux.

Misty copeland on the perpetual pursuit

Ballerina Misty Copeland secretly welcomed her first baby, son Jackson, three months ago and hopes to return to the ballet stage in 2023

Naturally, human beings are sensitive to criticism. Our initial reaction when someone is less than complimentary is to get defensive and/or hide away, none of which helps us grow or deal with the issue. This week, my favorite dancer and all round inspirational human being, Misty Copeland w

Misty copeland on the perpetual pursuit

Ballerina Misty Copeland and director Nelson George talk about filming the documentary "A Ballerina’s Tale."

The prima ballerina talks to PEOPLE about her new picture book and her hope that the Black Lives Matter movement will amplify the voices of other dancers of color

Misty Copeland made history on Tuesday when she was promoted to principal dancer at the American Ballet Theater. The move makes Copeland the first black female principal dancer in the theater's 75-year history, according to the New York Times. Her…