Between Steps
The Magic and Butterflies: A Glimpse Backstage
"The prep I do backstage before I go on stage is one of my favorite things in the world, and this shoot captures a glimpse of some of the feelings I get while doing it. Just a bit of pure magic and butterflies." - Promise Smith
These words, so full of warmth and genuine excitement, offer a beautiful window into the heart of a performer. This image, capturing the poised strength of a ballerina, resonates perfectly with that sentiment. We see the dedication etched in the set of her shoulders, the quiet focus in her gaze. It's a moment of preparation, a breath before the curtain rises, and in that stillness, a universe of emotions resides.
Backstage, the world transforms. The hushed whispers, the rustle of costumes, the focused energy – it's a unique ecosystem where magic is woven from anticipation and dreams. For a dancer, it's a sacred space, a place where the hours of practice culminate, where the character takes shape, and where the self prepares to be unveiled to the audience.
