I had the chance to ask Corinne Mulcahy some questions about her journey as a ballerina. Corinne is an amazing dancer, she graces the stage with elegance and grace. Her passion and dedication to ballet is incredible. Below are her responses.

Q1: When did you start ballet?

I started ballet when I was 6 years old.

Q2: Where do you currently dance?

I currently dance as a Trainee with The School of Pennsylvania Ballet.

Q3: How long have you been en pointe for?

I have been en pointe for about 4 years now.

Q4: What pointe shoes do you currently wear?

The pointe shoes I currently wear are Suffolk Spotlights.

Q5: How did you first get involved in ballet?

I first got involved in ballet after watching Barbie ballet movies for so long that I wanted to begin dancing myself!

Q6: What is your favourite variation?

My favorite variation is the 3rd shade in La Bayadère.

Q7: What company would you love to work for?

I would love to work for American Ballet Theater or Pennsylvania Ballet someday.

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

One of my favorite memories in ballet was performing alongside company members in Snow during Pennsylvania Ballets Nutcracker this past year.

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

Dancers who inspire me include Gelsey Kirkland, Beckanne Sisk, and many of the PA Ballet dancers I watch every day.

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

The best advice I have ever received from a teacher was that you should never hold back from an opportunity because you never know if you will stop receiving them.

Q11: Classical or romantic tutu?

I love both tutus equally, romantic tutus offer such beautiful movement while classical tutus are simply gorgeous and can add the perfect touch to your dancing.

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

In my free time, I love to bake, relax, spend time with friends outside of the studio, and watch Netflix!