Sunday, January 1, 2012

Pointe magazine – Sarah Van Patten




San Francisco Ballet principal Sarah Van Patten brings focus and musicality to her roles.

Is there anything you would change about yourself as a dancer?
Sometimes I get hung up on certain steps or phrases. When you have a moment that doesn’t go well, it’s hard to let that go and continue as if it didn’t affect you.

Do you ever suffer from stage fright?
I do when I have to deal with heights. In Swan Lake, I run all the way up this giant rock and jump off the top, which is terrifying for me. It’s a stunning ending, but my goodness!

Read more: Pointe magazine – Sarah Van Patten

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