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Misty Copeland launches a program for kids to encourage more diversity in ballet

The Be Bold initiative will be based in New York City. The goal is to teach children ages 8-10 about the basics of ballet and offer other tutoring.
Misty Copeland performs onstage during the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards.

Throughout her ballet career, Misty Copeland has worked to break racial barriers in the world of dance.

She is doing it again — this time with an after-school dance program

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