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In today's special episode, we reflect on a major moment in the dance world. After nearly thirty years of unforgettable performances, the great ballerina Gillian Murphy has taken her final bow with American Ballet Theatre, marking the end of a truly extraordinary era.
Gillian's retirement closes a chapter defined by technical brilliance, emotional intensity, and a stage presence that left an indelible mark on ballet. Her final performance in Swan Lake was far more than a farewell; it was a living masterclass in grace, endurance, and transformation.
Watch this episode on YouTube (including my video footage from Gillian Murphy's final curtain call)
Logo Photo: Richard Calmes
By Caroline Simpkins, Ph.D.4.4
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In today's special episode, we reflect on a major moment in the dance world. After nearly thirty years of unforgettable performances, the great ballerina Gillian Murphy has taken her final bow with American Ballet Theatre, marking the end of a truly extraordinary era.
Gillian's retirement closes a chapter defined by technical brilliance, emotional intensity, and a stage presence that left an indelible mark on ballet. Her final performance in Swan Lake was far more than a farewell; it was a living masterclass in grace, endurance, and transformation.
Watch this episode on YouTube (including my video footage from Gillian Murphy's final curtain call)
Logo Photo: Richard Calmes

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