Is Ballet Becoming a Circus? The Truth About Competitions & Social Media

Is ballet becoming a circus? In this episode, Suvi and I dive into one of the most uncomfortable — and necessary — conversations in ballet today. We talk honestly about how ballet competitions, once designed to create opportunity and motivation, can sometimes feel like a place to prove how many turns you can do rather than how well you can dance. Where did artistry go? And are we rewarding the right things anymore? We also explore the role of social media in ballet, especially for young dancers: When can social media be a powerful tool for inspiration and confidence? When does it become harmful, distracting, or developmentally inappropriate? How much pressure is too much — and who is responsible for setting boundaries? This episode isn’t about attacking competitions or platforms — it’s about asking better questions, protecting young dancers, and reminding ourselves what ballet is really about. If you’re a dancer, parent, teacher, or just someone who loves ballet, this conversation will challenge the way you think about training, success, and the future of the art form. Ballet isn’t about proving — it’s about becoming. What do you think competitions should reward more: difficulty or artistry? Follow for more. ------- ✨ Join Ballet With Isabella — your secret weapon for smarter ballet training If you’re tired of chasing numbers and random youtube videos and ready to build real technique, Ballet With Isabella Platform is where you need to be https://balletwithisabella.com Inside the platform you’ll find: Structured ballet classes and training plans Courses for technique, mindset, and long-term progress A space focused on quality, consistency— not comparison 🎥 Start training with purpose: balletwithisabella.com