I recently had the chance to ask Chloe Jackson some questions about her journey as a ballerina. Chloe is an amazing dancer, she graces the stage so elegantly and with real poise. Her dedication and love for ballet is immense. Below are her responses.

Q1: When did you start ballet?

I started when I was 3

Q2: Where do you currently dance?

Elmhurst school of dance + the royal ballet school white lodge

Q3: How long have you been en pointe for?

Since the age of 10

Q4: What pointe shoes do you currently wear?

I wear Bloch serenade

Q5: How did you first get involved in ballet?

I got into ballet through my family being ex performers themselves

Q6: What is your favourite variation?

My favourite variation is Raymonda act 3 or The sugar plum fairy variation

Q7: What company would you love to work for?

The Queensland Ballet or Houston Ballet

Q8: Do you have a favourite memory/moment in ballet?

When I could perform at The Royal Opera House

Q9: Who are your ballet roles models? Dancers that inspire you.

Marianela Nunez and Amber Scott

Q10: Best advice you’ve ever received from a teacher?

The harder I work, the luckier I get

Q11: Classical or romantic tutu?

Classical

Q12: What do you like to do when you aren’t dancing (your free time)?

Visiting family