Teen dancers descend on Massachusetts to compete in the 'American Idol' of ballet
Briefly

The Youth America Grand Prix auditions are a highly prestigious event attracting over 400 young ballet dancers from the Northeast. Held in Worcester, Massachusetts, this four-day competition serves as a platform for future ballet stars to be scouted by major companies like the American Ballet Theatre and New York City Ballet. Many young dancers express their passion for performance and the opportunity to showcase their hard work, with participants dedicating significant hours weekly to refine their craft, demonstrating that ballet is a serious and demanding art form.
Dance is often thought of as a sport that maybe is light. But these kids work so, so hard each and every day, putting in 20, 30 hours a week.
I love performing for people and becoming like a character when I dance. I don't really think about how many people are in the audience; I mostly get excited.
Read at Boston.com
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