On Pointe

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On Pointe

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40 minutes

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Apr 12, 2023

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The pointe shoe is a design that balances at the very tip of both tradition and innovation. What can make it change?

Released:

Apr 12, 2023

Format:

Podcast episode

Titles in the series (40)

Articles of Interest is a show about what we wear. It's a twelve-part series from 99% Invisible, looking at clothing. Produced and Hosted by Avery Trufelman

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On Pointe: The conundrum of the ballet shoe by Articles of Interest
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