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Ballet and body image: What needs to change

September 07, 2023 • Scottish Ballet • Season 2 • Episode 1

It’s no secret that ballet has its fair share of issues with body image. How do we bring about meaningful change in the industry?

In this episode, Scottish Ballet CEO/Artistic Director Christopher Hampson is joined by Scottish Ballet Soloist Grace Horler, with Influencer, Content Creator and former dancer with some of America's most prestigious ballet companies, Kathryn Morgan.

Please note: this episode contains conversations about body shaming, body image and mental health. If you are concerned about your mental health visit mentalhealth.org.uk or smah.org.uk or call your local emergency services in a crisis.