What is pantomime? To the ballet world, it is how dancers convey a ballet's story through thoughtful gestures and facial expressions. Just as ballet technique has evolved over time, pantomime has evolved too -- typically becoming a bit more subtle in an effort to resonate with a more modern audience. Today, Artistic Director Angel Corella, with the help of Principal Dancers Arian Molina Soca and Lillian Di Piazza, would like to share a few of the movements you can expect to see during our upcomi

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