Rupert Christiansen

Are the best young ballerinas being lured away from dance by sport?

The boys showed more confidence and individuality in this Royal Ballet School matinée

The performance culminated in a glorious parade. Image: ©2024 Royal Ballet School. [Photographed by Photography by ASH]
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