Black Ballerina(2016)
Black Ballerina Synopsis
BLACK BALLERINA tells the story of several black women from different generations who fell in love with ballet. Six decades ago, while pursuing their dreams, Joan Myers Brown, Delores Browne and Raven Wilkinson confronted racism, exclusion and unequal opportunity. Today, young dancers of color continue to face formidable challenges breaking into the overwhelmingly white world of ballet. Moving back and forth in time, this lyrical, character driven film shows how far we still have to go and stimulates a fresh discussion about race, inclusion and opportunity across all sectors of American society.
Black Ballerina (2016) is a documentary film directed by Frances McElroy, released on September 4, 2016 with a runtime of 54m. It stars Raven Wilkinson.
- Director:
- Frances McElroy
- Status:
- Released
Black Ballerina (2016) Trailer
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Black Ballerina Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Frances McElroy.
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Black Ballerina – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Black Ballerina online?
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Black Ballerina (2016) is available to stream on PBS and WETA+, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Black Ballerina?
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The main cast of Black Ballerina (2016) includes Raven Wilkinson. The film was directed by Frances McElroy. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Black Ballerina released?
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Black Ballerina was released on September 4, 2016 and runs for 54m.
Is there a trailer for Black Ballerina?
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