Dancing Christopher Wheeldon's Carousel: Principal Role Story | New York City Ballet

For today's Once Upon a Pointe, I'm sharing the story of dancing Christopher Wheeldon's iconic Carousel ballet - my first principal role at the New York State Theater (David H Koch Theater) with New York City Ballet. It was one of the most important moments of my career. In this video, I take you through: ✨ Getting cast as the lead in Carousel at Lincoln Center ✨ What it was like dancing my first principal role ✨ Rehearsal and performance stories from this beautiful ballet ✨ Working with Christopher Wheeldon's choreography ✨ Performing at the New York State Theater at Lincoln Center ✨ Winning the Movado Future Legends Award and how it changed my career This role was a dream come true - dancing a principal part in such a stunning ballet by one of today's most celebrated choreographers. Whether you're interested in ballet casting stories, Christopher Wheeldon's work, or what it's like to perform principal roles with a major ballet company, this behind-the-scenes look gives you the full story. Related Video: How I was Cast as Juliet:    • I Got My Dream Role! How I Was Cast as Jul...   WATCH MORE VIDEOS: 📍 My Performances:    • Performances | Kathryn Morgan   📍 Advanced Ballet Barre:    • Intermediate/Advanced Ballet Barre (35 Min...   📍 Advanced Ballet Center:    • Ballet Center Workout | 20 Min Intermediat...   📍 Pointe Class:    • Intermediate/Advanced Pointe Class | 30 Mi...   What's been your most memorable performance? Share in the comments! #OnceUponaPointe #ChristopherWheedon #Carousel #NYCB #NewYorkCityBallet #PrincipalDancer #BalletStories #LincolnCenter #ProfessionalBallet #BalletPerformance #BehindTheScenes #BalletDancer #Ballerina #ClassicalBallet #BalletCareer ____________________________________ ♥ More Places to Find Me ♥ ♥ My Website: https://kathrynmorganonline.com ♥ KM & Friends: https://www.kmandfriends.com ♥ Video Shoutout: https://www.cameo.com/kathrynmorgan ♥ Instagram:   / kathryn_morgan   ♥ Facebook:   / kathrynmorganballet   ♥ Join Facebook Group:   / 1639478456312276   ♥ Pinterest:   / kathrynmorgan88   ♥ CONTACT ME HERE: [email protected] ___________________________ Welcome to a world where grace meets gravitas. I'm Kathryn Morgan, former New York City Ballet soloist, entrepreneur, and your guide to elevated, intentional living. For over a decade, I've built a community of 330,000+ subscribers who trust me for insights on ballet, beauty, fashion, and feminine power. Now I'm expanding beyond the barre to explore everything that makes life rich: timeless style, cultural refinement, and the confidence that comes from knowing exactly who you are. What You'll Find Here: 🩰 Ballet Analysis & Storytelling 💄 Beauty & Fashion ✨ Lifestyle & Etiquette 💪 Women's Empowerment & Reinvention 🎭 Cultural Commentary I believe you can be glamorous without being shallow, feminine without being a doormat, and polished without losing your edge. This channel is for women who want to expand their minds while perfecting their red lip — because why choose? New videos every week! 📧 Business: [email protected] 📱 @kathryn_morgan ___________________________ ♥ Subscribe to this Channel : http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c...