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In this episode, Jared sits down with the incomparable Susan Jaffe, Artistic Director of American Ballet Theatre and one of the most celebrated ballerinas of her generation. Declared by The New York Times as “America’s quintessential American ballerina,” Susan reflects on her extraordinary performing career, her leadership journey from the stage to the boardroom, and what it takes to sustain excellence in one of the world’s great ballet companies.
From shaping ABT’s 85th anniversary season to mentoring the next generation, Susan shares candid insights on artistic vision, mental resilience, and the qualities she looks for when hiring dancers. She also opens up about the importance of self-responsibility, positivity, and lifelong growth—wisdom for artists at every stage.
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In this episode, Jared sits down with the incomparable Susan Jaffe, Artistic Director of American Ballet Theatre and one of the most celebrated ballerinas of her generation. Declared by The New York Times as “America’s quintessential American ballerina,” Susan reflects on her extraordinary performing career, her leadership journey from the stage to the boardroom, and what it takes to sustain excellence in one of the world’s great ballet companies.
From shaping ABT’s 85th anniversary season to mentoring the next generation, Susan shares candid insights on artistic vision, mental resilience, and the qualities she looks for when hiring dancers. She also opens up about the importance of self-responsibility, positivity, and lifelong growth—wisdom for artists at every stage.
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