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Behind the Tutus: Dancers Rehearse Themselves | Venice Beach News
Behind the glittering tutus, LA Ballet dancers dive into gritty, human rehearsals—perfecting Gabriela Ortiz’s score and Balanchine’s wild “Who Cares?”—where hair is pinned, makeup applied, and identities quietly formed. In Degas-like moments, they strip away the stage persona to reveal the real people beneath. Their layered rehearsal gear isn’t just practical—it’s armor, expression, identity. Nick Sedano’s mantra? “Can I derive joy?” because emotional connection fuels muscle memory. Rehearsal isn’t just about steps—it’s where art meets self, and performance becomes personal. Listen in…
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