To truly excel as a ballet dancer, it takes more than just raw talent – one needs an unbreakable spirit of discipline and commitment. When you’re able to devote yourself wholeheartedly to the art form, that’s when you begin to thrive and truly reach your potential.
Many ballet dancers face challenges in pursuing their craft, ranging from strenuous physical demands to unreal expectations about body weight in the ballet world. That became the case for Brittany O’Connor, a late-bloomer who continuously faced numerous setbacks but fought back with tenacity.
For Brittany, the struggle has defined and shaped the ferocious artist in her – helping her to be truly artistically free. Her life has always been about “fighting for your dreams, fighting for beliefs, fighting for yourself, and fighting for your health.” Defying the normal and entering the ballet world late, this vision of her helped her continue challenging boundaries in the realm of art.
Working with the SemperOper Dresden and the Andrea Bocelli Foundation, Brittany has also been the master judge and coach for the globally acclaimed ballet competition, Youth America Grand Prix (YGAP). Employing this rich experience, she has forwarded her vision to empower aspiring ballet dancers.
She was called “Brittany Magic,” to which she responded, “In reality, all it is, is me instilling confidence and trust in students and helping them understand their body and mechanics.”
In assisting aspiring young ballet dancers, Brittany bears a vision that challenges the boundaries of this art form. Even though the said dance practice is notorious for being highly disciplined, she enables aspirants to couple this discipline with the confidence to connect with their authentic selves. Her challenging of the orthodox methods in dance has favored a deep exploration of various ballet styles.
Brittany is adept in a variety of performance styles, including jazz funk, ballroom, and aerial pole. Experimenting with these styles and undertaking choreographer responsibilities, she has motivated a surge of vibrancy in her performances. Her constant exploration and taking on challenges mark her as an exception in her field.
To gain more insight into the prodigy’s life and her artistic journey, follow Brittany on Instagram.
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