Why Russians Are So Good At Ballet, AJ+

Ballet dancers have charmed and delighted audiences for decades. The familiar performances of The Nutcracker and Swan Lake have something in common and it all has to do with Russia. Learn more here: The New Yorker. Danse Macabre NPR. Tracing Ballet s Cultural History Over 400 Years Music tracks courtesy of APM and Audio Network. Presented and Sr. Produced By: Imaeyen Ibanga Produced by: Steph Whiteside Shot and Edited by: Brian Joseph Animations by: Kai Tang Executive Producer: Sarah Nasr Music tracks courtesy of APM and Audio Networks. Footage and images courtesy of Getty. Subscribe for more videos: Like us on Facebook: Download the AJ+ app at Follow us on Twitter: