I recently had the chance to ask Naomi Babcock some questions about her inspiriational journey as a ballerina. Naomi is an incredible dancer, she graces the stage with strength and passion. Her love and dedication for ballet is phenomenal. Below are her responses.

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Q1: When did you start ballet?

I started at the age of 3

Q2: Where do you currently dance?

Naples Ballet

Q3: How long have you been en pointe for?

I’ve been en pointe for 5 years

Q4: What pointe shoes do you currently wear?

Russian Pointe. Rubins and Bravas

Q5: How did you first get involved in ballet?

My mom put me into it

Q6: What is your favourite variation?

Gisselle act 1 Variation

Q7: What company would you love to work for?

Houston Ballet

Getting cast as Dourmousse and snow queen, and being on the news for getting cast as an angel, dancing for my church’s Christmas Eve service

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

Getting cast as Dourmousse and snow queen, and being on the news for getting cast as an angel, dancing for my church’s Christmas Eve service

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

Nathalia Arja, Kathryn Morgan

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

To never give up and to keep working for my goals

Q11: Classical or romantic tutu?

Classical

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

I like to read, watch YouTube, art, and eat