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The Pointe Shoes

This is Love

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Ashton's First Performance in the Nutcracker

Ashton rehearses for and performs in the snow scene of Balanchine's Nutcracker, embracing the moment and reflecting on their passion for the role. The chapter also discusses the perception of gender in ballet and a change in policies regarding point shoes at Pacific Northwest Ballet School.

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