I recently had the chance to ask Alessia Spano some questions about her journey as a ballerina. She is an amazing dancer, she graces the stage so beautifully. Her passion for ballet is immense. Below are her respones.

Q1: When did you start ballet?

Age 2

Q2: Where do you currently dance?

Sorry I can’t give that away

Q3: How long have you been en pointe for?

6years

Q4: What pointe shoes do you currently wear?

Energetics encore and Bloch split soles

Q5: How did you first get involved in ballet?

My mom put me in lessons and I have loved it ever since

Q6: What is your favourite variation?

Kitri act 1 (I do that now)

Q7: What company would you love to work for?

NYC ballet

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

There are way to many to count

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

Lauren from NYC ballet and Michaela de prince

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

Humble self confidence

Q11: Classical or romantic tutu?

Classical tutu

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

Hang out with friends