I had the opportunity recently to ask Ivana Bueno some questions about her journey as a ballerina. Ivana is a phenomenal dancer, she graces the stage with incredible grace and elegance. Her passion and love for ballet is unmatched. Below are her responses.

Q1: When did you start ballet?

When I was 5 years old

Q2: Where do you currently dance?

I will join the English National Ballet in August

Q3: How long have you been en pointe for?

For like about 10 years

Q4: What pointe shoes do you currently wear?

Freed studios or So Danca

Q5: How did you first get involved in ballet?

Because I went to a ballet class and I was doing it as a hobby but after I felt in love with it and I decided I wanted to do that forever

Q6: What is your favourite variation?

Esmeralda😍 or Kitri

Q7: What company would you love to work for?

English National Ballet

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

My graduating end of the year Gala with the Academy Princess Grace

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

Marianela Nuñez and Jurgita Dronina

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

To enjoy every time that you are on stage and always work hard to get want you want

Q11: Classical or romantic tutu?

Classical tutu

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

I like to spend time with my friend or if I am very tired I love to watch tv series