Misty Copeland Takes Her Place in History at the American Ballet Theatre

July 5, 2015
Written by Ruth J. Morrison
Published in What's Poppin

American Ballet Theater's principal ballerina, Misty Copeland, and Principal Dancer, Stella Abrera

Stella Abrera is also elevated to Principal Dancer

In this segment of What's The 411, the panel led by host Kizzy Cox, is discussing the significance of Misty Copeland's rise to principal ballerina at the American Ballet Theatre. Stella Abrera was also promoted to Principal Dancer at the American Ballet Theatre, making her the first American of Philippine descent in this role.

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