by Marissa DeSantis | Dec 15, 2021 | Profiles
Whether she’s headed to the studio for a long day of rehearsals or hanging out in New York City, American Ballet Theatre’s Erica Lall loves to embrace the “weird” in her wardrobe. “I like a mix of sporty and classic pieces, but sometimes...
by Alexandra Martin | Dec 6, 2021 | Training
As dancers return to long rehearsal days and performances, pointe shoe demand is on the rise. And yet, a reduction in manufacturing caused by supply-chain delays means professionals and students alike may face long wait times for back-ordered pointe shoes. That means...
by Josephine Lee | Aug 17, 2021 | Profiles, Videos
Los Angles Ballet soloist Jasmine Perry is on a journey to perfect her custom-order pointe shoes. Her biggest issue? Adjusting her 3/4″ shanks, which never hit her arches at quite the right spot. Below, watch expert pointe shoe fitter Josephine Lee interview...
by Josephine Lee | Oct 1, 2020 | Profiles, Viral Videos
Fun fact: Alonzo King LINES Ballet dancer Ilaria Guerra hates new pointe shoes. Why? For this contemporary phenom, malleability is everything—so nothing is worse than a stiff pair of shoes. Below, watch pro pointe shoe fitter Josephine Lee speak with Guerra about all...
by Josephine Lee | Aug 31, 2020 | Profiles, Viral Videos
When it comes to her pointe shoes, Houston Ballet principal Yuriko Kajiya has been on a multi-year quest to find the perfect fit. (She has even worn two different brands at the same time onstage.) Below, watch expert pointe shoe fitter Josephine Lee interview Kajiya...
by Josephine Lee | Dec 25, 2019 | Pointe Shoe Tips, Profiles, Viral Videos
Master pointe shoe fitter Josephine Lee of the California-based ThePointeShop chats with Colorado Ballet’s Emily Speed to hear all about her pointe shoe...
by Josephine Lee | Jan 31, 2019 | Dance Spirit, Profiles, Trending, Viral Videos
Master pointe shoe fitter Josephine Lee of the California-based The Pointe Shop touches base with Ballet West principal Beckanne Sisk to hear all about her pointe shoe hacks, from Jet Glue to her preference for extra tight elastics. Plus, what she wears instead of toe...
by Josephine Lee | Dec 27, 2018 | Profiles, Viral Videos
Master pointe shoe fitter Josephine Lee of the California-based The Pointe Shop interviewed Royal Ballet of Flanders dancer Shelby Williams and her Instagram-famous alter ego, Biscuit Ballerina. First, watch Biscuit turn the tables and (hilariously) find the perfect...