I recently had the opportunity to ask Alexis Workowski some questions about her amazing journey as a ballerina. Alexis is an incredible dancer, she graces the stage with poise and grace, her passion and dedication for ballet is unmatched. Below are her responses.

Q1: When did you start ballet?

I started ballet when I was 2 1/2

Q2: Where do you currently dance?

Skyra Studios

Q3: How long have you been en pointe for?

3 1/2 years

Q4: What pointe shoes do you currently wear?

Suffolk spotlights

Q5: How did you first get involved in ballet?

My Mom is an amazing dance teacher so she wanted me to try dance and I absolutely loved it so I told her I wanted to continue taking classes.

Q6: What is your favourite variation?

Probably Giselle variation or any of the kitri variations, just cause I love to play different characters.

Q7: What company would you love to work for?

I would love to work for Houston Ballet

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

I don’t have a favorite memory because they are all so great but one in particular would be winning 1st place at YAGP

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

I absolutely loveeeee Svetlana Zakharova

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

“If people are talking bad about you behind your back, it’s because you must be doing something right”

Q11: Classical or romantic tutu?

Classical

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

I love to bake and draw