Iconic Kansas City Ballerina Retires

An important moment in time . . .

Even some of the most fierce conservatives critics have taken a moment to congratulate this groundbreaking artist on her achievement and dedication to a classical art form.

Here's a noteworthy moment in local history at its conclusion . . .  

"An influential ballerina born in Kansas City is hanging up her pointe shoes after 25 years, leaving a lasting impact on the ballet community.  Misty Copeland is leaving behind a career of grace, determination and change. Copeland made history in 2015 as the first Black woman to be principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre."

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Kansas City ballerinas recognize impact of Misty Copeland on day of her retirement

An influential ballerina born in Kansas City is hanging up her pointe shoes after 25 years, leaving a lasting impact on the ballet community.

Misty Copeland to take ballet stage one last time, before hanging up her pointe shoes

Misty Copeland is taking one last passionate spin on the ballet stage before saying goodbye

And, as always, here's the New York Post in classic form . . .

Ballerina Misty Copeland's last NYC dance sees tickets go for $4K as scalpers charge tutu much

Copeland was showered with golden glitter and flowers after she wowed the crowd at the David H. Koch Theater one last time in the American Ballet Theater's Gala one-night-only performance, centered entirely on the first black dancer to attain principal status at the highly prestigious company.