Northrop Presents
A Ballerina’s Tale
2018-19 Northrop Film Series
Past event
Mar 27, 2019

Misty Copeland, who made history when she was named American Ballet Theatre’s first African-American female principal dancer in 2015, overcomes nearly disastrous injuries as well as stereotypes of what a ballerina should be to become one of the most recognizable and inspirational figures in the world of dance today. This documentary is a study in perseverance and grit.