I recently had the chance to ask Mackenzie Thompson some questions about her journey as a ballerina. Mackenzie is an amazing dancer. She graces the stage with beauty and poise, her dedication and passion for ballet is unmatched. Below are her answers.
Q1: When did you start ballet?
Age 5
Q2: Where do you currently dance?
Atelier Australia
Q3: How long have you been en pointe for?
3 years
Q4: What pointe shoes do you currently wear?
Energetiks Sapphire
Q5: How did you first get involved in ballet?
My mum operated a small ballet school when I was younger
Q6: What is your favourite variation?
Grand Pas Classique
Q7: What company would you love to work for?
Royal Ballet Company in London
Q8: Do you have a favourite memory/moment in ballet?
Being on stage
Q9: Who are your ballet roles models? Dancers that inspire you.
Justine Summers
Q10: Best advice you’ve ever received from a teacher?
The harder you work the luckier you get
Q11: Classical or romantic tutu?
Classical tutu
Q12: What do you like to do when you aren’t dancing (your free time)?
I love to Bake
Categories: Ballet