Misty Copeland is a New York Times bestselling author, spokesmodel, and ballerina who became the first ever African-American female principal dancer for the prestigious American Ballet Theater. 

Listen to this episode and learn:  

• What Misty’s childhood passions were and what it felt like to be in a ballet studio for the first time.  
• How Misty overcame barriers and relied on her support system to become a professional dancer.
• How Misty found the courage to be a trailblazer and role model for other dancers of color.  
• Why Misty is so committed to philanthropy and supporting the arts.  
• What Misty’s favorite role to play is and which one is the most challenging.  
• How Misty ended up dancing point on Prince’s piano in Madison Square Garden.