Misty Copeland
Latest News on Misty Copeland:
Student Blog: Being Black in the Art-o-Sphere (Nov 25, 2025)
Misty Copeland Joins American Ballet Theatre Board of Trustees (Nov 19, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 17, 2025- AIDA Oral History Dives Deep On the Iconic Musical and More (Nov 17, 2025)
Student Blog: Being Black in the Art-o-Sphere (Nov 25, 2025)
Misty Copeland Joins American Ballet Theatre Board of Trustees (Nov 19, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 17, 2025- AIDA Oral History Dives Deep On the Iconic Musical and More (Nov 17, 2025)
BIO
Copeland made her Broadway debut in 2015 in ON THE TOWN. That same year she was named the the first female African-American principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre. Copeland served as a guest judge for three weeks on FOX's popular competition showSO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE alongside ON THE TOWN producer Nigel Lythgoe. In June 2015, Copeland took on the lead roles in both ABT's SWAN LAKE and ROMEO AND JULIET. Misty recently appeared in the family holiday film adaptation of the classic ballet The Nutcracker.
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STAGE CREDITS
Videos
Video: Cynthia Erivo and Misty Copeland Team Up for Reimagined 'No Good Deed'
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-14 10:15:04
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: Idina Menzel Talks A BroaderWay Foundation on Lifetime & Variety's POWER OF WOMEN Special
by Michael Major - 2022-09-22 12:40:45
VIDEO: DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Zachary Noah Piser and Jessica Phillips Take Part in Mental Health Awareness Campaign
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-05-17 14:01:34
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For Crystal Pite's THE STATEMENT at The Royal Opera House
by Alan Henry - 2021-05-25 12:18:30
VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Royal Ballet's 21st Century Choreographers
by Alan Henry - 2021-05-20 13:01:33
VIDEO: Misty Copeland Shares How Prince Helped Her Career on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-02-04 10:18:31
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for MARIAH CAREY'S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-11-27 09:25:03
VIDEO: Misty Copeland Surprises the Founder of 'Brown Girls Do Ballet' on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-10-28 09:57:07
VIDEO: Misty Copeland Shares The Biggest Misconception About The Ballet World
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-10-07 09:12:26
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer For ABT's Film Festival, MOVING STORIES
by Stephi Wild - 2020-09-20 09:07:06
TV: Billy Porter and Misty Copeland Spearhead BTU and Fair Count's 'only1ofme' Social Media Campaign
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-08-18 15:01:00
VIDEO: Misty Copeland and Calvin Royal III Discuss Cancelled ROMEO AND JULIET Production With ABT
by Stephi Wild - 2020-06-01 06:29:05
VIDEO: Misty Copeland Leads SWANS FOR RELIEF Video to Raise Funds For Ballet Dancers
by Stephi Wild - 2020-05-07 09:47:09
VIDEO: Watch Ben Platt Perform 'I Sing The Body Electric' at the GRAMMYs!
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-01-27 09:09:00
VIDEO: Go On Set of THE NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS with Misty Copeland
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-10-05 12:32:23
VIDEO: American Ballet Theatre Previews Fall Season Featuring World Premieres by Michelle Dorrance and Jessica Lang
by Alan Henry - 2018-08-21 10:51:42
VIDEO: Preview Robyn Bollinger's Upcoming Performance of CIACCONA
by Julie Musbach - 2018-03-29 12:28:30
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Rebecca Luker, ON YOUR FEET! Cast Perform at KENNEDY CENTER HONORS
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-19 10:54:58
TV: There's Nothing Like These Dames- Watch Highlights from the Actors Fund Benefit!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-10-27 11:46:34
News
Student Blog: Being Black in the Art-o-Sphere
by Student Blogger: Cameron Grace Stevens - Nov 25, 2025
Many of the pioneers of the media and art we see today were Black. Period.
by Student Blogger: Cameron Grace Stevens - Nov 25, 2025
Many of the pioneers of the media and art we see today were Black. Period.
Misty Copeland Joins American Ballet Theatre Board of Trustees
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025
Misty Copeland, dancer, author, and advocate, has joined American Ballet Theatre's Board of Trustees. Copeland joined ABT Studio Company in 2000 and became the first Black woman promoted to Principal Dancer in 2015.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025
Misty Copeland, dancer, author, and advocate, has joined American Ballet Theatre's Board of Trustees. Copeland joined ABT Studio Company in 2000 and became the first Black woman promoted to Principal Dancer in 2015.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 17, 2025- AIDA Oral History Dives Deep On the Iconic Musical and More
by - Nov 17, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by - Nov 17, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Video: Cynthia Erivo and Misty Copeland Team Up for Reimagined 'No Good Deed'
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2025
In celebration of the release of Wicked: For Good next week, Tony-Award winner Cynthia Erivo, who stars as Elphaba, has teamed up with ballerina Misty Copeland for a stripped-down, reimagined version of Elphaba's song 'No Good Deed.' Check out the collaboration now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2025
In celebration of the release of Wicked: For Good next week, Tony-Award winner Cynthia Erivo, who stars as Elphaba, has teamed up with ballerina Misty Copeland for a stripped-down, reimagined version of Elphaba's song 'No Good Deed.' Check out the collaboration now.
A.I.M By Kyle Abraham Comes to the Carpenter Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
The Carpenter Performing Arts Center on the campus of California State University, Long Beach welcomes contemporary dance company A.I.M by Kyle Abraham back to the stage for their fifth appearance at the Center.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
The Carpenter Performing Arts Center on the campus of California State University, Long Beach welcomes contemporary dance company A.I.M by Kyle Abraham back to the stage for their fifth appearance at the Center.
Misty Copeland's Farewell From ABT Will Get Free Simulcast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Misty Copeland’s historic farewell from ABT at the Company’s Fall Gala will be streamed live to Alice Tully Hall. Learn more and see how to stream the event here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Misty Copeland’s historic farewell from ABT at the Company’s Fall Gala will be streamed live to Alice Tully Hall. Learn more and see how to stream the event here!
SHERRI SHEPHERD: MAKE IT MAKE SENSE TOUR is Coming to Patchogue Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
Sherri Shepherd: Make It Make Sense Tour will be presented at Patchogue Theatre this winter. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
Sherri Shepherd: Make It Make Sense Tour will be presented at Patchogue Theatre this winter. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets here!
Lucy Liu Completes Lineup for Icons Of Culture at PAC NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
This fall, the Perelman Performing Arts Center will present the second annual PAC NYC ICONS OF CULTURE presented by BNY. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
This fall, the Perelman Performing Arts Center will present the second annual PAC NYC ICONS OF CULTURE presented by BNY. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
American Ballet Theatre Brings ABTKIDS To Koch Theater
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
American Ballet Theatre will welcome young audience members and their families to ABTKids in November at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
American Ballet Theatre will welcome young audience members and their families to ABTKids in November at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. Learn more here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 10, 2025
by - Sep 10, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 10, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Sep 10, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 10, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
American Ballet Theatre To Host 2025 Fall Gala Celebration Honoring Misty Copeland
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2025
American Ballet Theatre will honor Principal Dancer Misty Copeland with a star-studded Fall Gala on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2025
American Ballet Theatre will honor Principal Dancer Misty Copeland with a star-studded Fall Gala on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center.
MATCH IN A HAYSTACK Adds Additional Screenings at Angelika Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2025
Following a sold-out premiere at the Angelika Theater on July 24, the producers of Match In A Haystack have announced additional screening dates due to popular demand. New showings will take place at the Angelika in New York on July 29, 30, and 31.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2025
Following a sold-out premiere at the Angelika Theater on July 24, the producers of Match In A Haystack have announced additional screening dates due to popular demand. New showings will take place at the Angelika in New York on July 29, 30, and 31.
American Ballet Theatre Unveils 2025 Fall Season and 2026 Spring Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025
American Ballet Theatre will present two seasons at the David H. Koch Theater for 2025-2026. See the programming and learn how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025
American Ballet Theatre will present two seasons at the David H. Koch Theater for 2025-2026. See the programming and learn how to purchase tickets here!
Manhattan School of Music Launches Online Bachelor of Fine Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2025
Manhattan School of Music is launching a new online Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Performing Arts Degree Completion Program. Learn more about the program here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2025
Manhattan School of Music is launching a new online Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Performing Arts Degree Completion Program. Learn more about the program here!
Danai Gurira, Christy Turlington Burns and More Set for ICONS OF CULTURE at PAC NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2025
This fall, the Perelman Performing Arts Center [PAC NYC] will stage the second annual PAC NYC ICONS OF CULTURE. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2025
This fall, the Perelman Performing Arts Center [PAC NYC] will stage the second annual PAC NYC ICONS OF CULTURE. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Misty Copeland Will Retire From the American Ballet Theatre With a Fall Gala Celebration
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2025
American Ballet Theatre Principal Dancer Misty Copeland, trailblazing ballerina and cultural icon, will take her final bow with the Company in a once-in-a-lifetime celebration at ABT's Fall Gala.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2025
American Ballet Theatre Principal Dancer Misty Copeland, trailblazing ballerina and cultural icon, will take her final bow with the Company in a once-in-a-lifetime celebration at ABT's Fall Gala.
Meet The Winners of The Music Center's 37th Annual Spotlight Performing Arts Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025
The Music Center has announced 14 rising stars from across Southern California as the Grand Prize winners in its 37th Annual Spotlight program, a nationally acclaimed free performing arts competition and scholarship program for high school students.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025
The Music Center has announced 14 rising stars from across Southern California as the Grand Prize winners in its 37th Annual Spotlight program, a nationally acclaimed free performing arts competition and scholarship program for high school students.
New York City Ballet 2025 Spring Season to Feature Kyle Abraham, Balanchine and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
New York City Ballet’s 2025 Spring Season will open on Tuesday, April 22 and continue for six weeks of performances, through Sunday, June 1 at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. See full programming here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
New York City Ballet’s 2025 Spring Season will open on Tuesday, April 22 and continue for six weeks of performances, through Sunday, June 1 at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. See full programming here!
Jacob's Pillow Announces 2025 Dance Award Recipient And Season Opening Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025
Jacob's Pillow has announced that Norton Owen, the organization's Director of Preservation and a longstanding leader in the dance field, will receive the 2025 Jacob's Pillow Dance Award in celebration of his 50th year on staff. Owen will accept this award at Jacob's Pillow's Season Opening Gala in Becket on Saturday, June 21.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025
Jacob's Pillow has announced that Norton Owen, the organization's Director of Preservation and a longstanding leader in the dance field, will receive the 2025 Jacob's Pillow Dance Award in celebration of his 50th year on staff. Owen will accept this award at Jacob's Pillow's Season Opening Gala in Becket on Saturday, June 21.
American Ballet Theatre 2025 Summer Season Tickets On Sale In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025
Tickets for American Ballet Theatre's 2025 Summer season at the Metropolitan Opera House go on sale Monday, April 7 at 12:00 P.M. Celebrating ABT's 85th anniversary, the six-week Summer season runs June 10 – July 19.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025
Tickets for American Ballet Theatre's 2025 Summer season at the Metropolitan Opera House go on sale Monday, April 7 at 12:00 P.M. Celebrating ABT's 85th anniversary, the six-week Summer season runs June 10 – July 19.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Misty Copeland been in?
Misty Copeland has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Misty Copeland been in?
Misty Copeland has not appeared in the West End.
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