Poison attacks and cannibal scientists: the twisted world of ballet
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Ballet's Dark Underbelly
This chapter explores the intense and often ruthless world of ballet, highlighting the severe pressures and psychological toll faced by ballerinas. It recounts a shocking acid attack incident within the Bolshoi Ballet, revealing a web of betrayal and competition that embodies the darker side of this prestigious art form. The conversation blends unsettling stories of violence and drug use with humor, illuminating the bizarre lengths individuals may go to in pursuit of perfection in ballet.
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