The Hidden Identity Crisis Every Dancer Faces | Aurora Dickie
BALLET SCIENCE PODCAST: EPISODE 59
Professional ballet careers are incredibly rewarding… but they are also short. What happens when the curtain finally closes?
In this episode of the Ballet Science Podcast, I sit down with Aurora Dickie, soloist with Staatsballett Berlin and graduate student in dance science, to discuss one of the most important (and often overlooked) topics in ballet: preparing for life after a performing career.
Aurora shares her journey from Brazil to Washington Ballet and Staatsballett Berlin, explains how she balances a demanding professional schedule while earning a master’s degree, and discusses her fascinating research on retirement transition in professional dancers.
Whether you’re a dancer, teacher, parent, healthcare professional, or simply interested in dance science, this conversation offers valuable insights into building a healthier and more sustainable ballet career.
Connect with Aurora Dickie:
- Website: https://www.auroradickie.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auroradickie/
