This the story of Stacey, so committed to ballet she had no time for dating.
Stacey’s father, Tom, a respected counselor at the local high school, initially harbored concerns about his daughter’s dedication to ballet, feeling she should allocate more time to her academic pursuits despite her stellar performance as a college-bound ‘A+’ student. However, a series of phone calls overheard by Tom offered him a poignant glimpse into Stacey’s unwavering commitment to her passion. With each refusal to socialize in favor of ballet rehearsals, Tom witnessed firsthand the depth of Stacey’s dedication.
After these revealing conversations, Tom’s perspective shifted, recognizing the profound significance of ballet in Stacey’s life. Years later, when Stacey was invited to speak at a fundraising dinner hosted by the ballet company, she eagerly accepted the opportunity to share her journey. Despite her typically composed and professional demeanor, Stacey found herself unexpectedly overwhelmed with emotion as she attempted to articulate the profound impact ballet had on her life.
Stacey’s intelligence and poise were evident throughout her senior project, where she excelled as the host of a talk show, demonstrating remarkable composure and professionalism. However, when confronted with the opportunity to reflect on the profound influence of ballet, Stacey found herself grappling with emotions that transcended her usual composed demeanor. Despite her struggle to contain her emotions, Stacey’s sincerity and vulnerability only served to underscore the depth of her connection to ballet and its transformative power in her life.
Provided by Wayne Angel for Northern California Ballet