World-renowned dancers come together to uplift and inspire [Video]

MILWAUKEE — Ballerinas are not just about perfect postures and fluffy pink tutus. Like many dancers, ballet performers are built on hard work, discipline, and determination. But what happens when dancers decide to move on from the full-time commitment of rehearsals and performances? TMJ4’s Andrea Williams explored that question with a group of women who are the epitome of confidence and strength.

Ballerinas are strong and powerful—not docile and fragile, as they’ve been traditionally stereotyped. Choreographer Dawn Springer is on a mission to erase that myth as she builds a new community of dancers.

“All of the dancers in our project are incredibly accomplished artists who have had full careers and have worked literally all over the globe,” said Springer. “We have an all-star cast.”

Itzel Hernandez, originally from Cuba, spent many years with the Milwaukee Ballet.