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Principal Dancer Céline Gittens explains the essential role of pointe shoes in classical ballet and how she prepares her own shoes for dancing, as part of our Pointe Shoe Appeal.

Help keep our dancers on their toes

Swan Lake is one of ballet’s most demanding productions, particularly for the lower legs. Dancers go through countless pairs of pointe shoes during rehearsals and performances, often wearing through a couple of pairs in a single show. Your support helps provide the shoes they need to perform at their best, stay safe and bring this iconic ballet to life.

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