A month ago I was dancing and taking my final bow on stage at the Auditorium Theatre. I was 18 when I came to the United States leaving my family and my country. Now, after 18 years growing with and leading a company, I have moved to California leaving a salary, a city, and a reputation. I am starting from scratch once again. But through the years I have learned self-empowerment and courage. In some funny way, this move has shown me the character and the true colors of my surroundings. The vultures flew away and left me with a few strong souls that have spent days (to my surprise) supporting me and stuck with me through this heavy transition. Here I am in my new home!🌻 Thank you! Thank you for never making me compete with others. Thank you for the unconditional love. Thank you for staying true, honest, and respectful of our relationship. Thank you to all of my friends. I am really grateful to have you in my life.
Happy leap day! Everything you want is on the other side of fear. #leapday #jump #balletdancer #malemodel
It is with great sadness that I am announcing my departure from the Joffrey Ballet, the company I have loved and called my home for almost 19 years. My last performance will be December 29, 2019, at 2 pm. Leaving was a hard decision given my passion for ballet and my love for the Joffrey and our audience. I am not leaving because of age or health or a desire to retire. Rather, I’m leaving to pursue my next adventure as an artist. I’ve had some time to think about the role I’ve played at the Joffrey throughout my career and what I still want to accomplish. I do not believe in becoming stagnant but always growing and achieving. As I watch new dancers make their debuts, I am inspired to pursue new dreams and take on new challenges. I wish to use my talent and drive to create a positive impact in the world of art. So for now, I will also be saying goodbye to my other home and love, Chicago, for Los Angeles. I want to thank each and every one of you who has lifted me up and supported me unconditionally. I will always carry you in my heart. I also want to thank the Joffrey Ballet and especially Gerald Arpino, who gave me the opportunity to do what I love. Mr. Arpino carved and molded me when I was just a raw stone. He was and will always be a significant influence to me for which I am forever grateful. For now, I’m moving forward on to my next adventure. This is not goodbye but a see you soon. And if the Joffrey Ballet ever wants me in the future as an Artistic Director, my answer will be an enthusiastic Yes!
Just smile with Cheryl! ➡️🌞📸 @cherylmannphoto
Elodie you are an incredible woman and mother. Your generosity, kindness, and empathy has no boundaries. Thank you for always checking on me when I have been down and with my heartache. Thank you for always protecting me from toxicity regardless of the thousands of miles separating us. I hope one day to build a family and be as good of a father as you have been as a mother. You are the best sister I could ever dream of. Happy Birthday! ❤
#Mood 🤦♂️ Favorite pic!
I will be dancing an excerpt of Othello for A Celebration of Lar Lubovitch @lubovitch at the Harris Theater Saturday October 5th and Sunday October 6th. 📸 @jack.devant Link to tickets in my story https://www.harristheaterchicago.org/tickets/2019-2020-season/a-celebration-of-lar-lubovitch
Rochester lived a boring life as a spoiled wealthy man. Like a light in the dark Jane appears. He is intrigued by her and regards the educated young woman as his equal. While Rochester’s messy life is unraveling Jane proves to be stronger than him. 📸@cherylmannphoto Saturday 19th 7.30pm Friday 25th 7.30pm Sunday 27th 2pm http://www.chicagonow.com/come-dance-with-fabrice-calmels/2017/04/fabrice-calmels-performance-schedule-2015/
Love you @miss_jalexander 🌻🤣 #Repost @miss_jalexander ・・・ When 6ft4 and 6ft7 collide what do you get…? 12ft 11 inches of fabulous height. Yes girls he’s taller than me and someone we can feel comfortable wearing our Heels with.. Lol..! GoodMorning afternoon and evening friends and fans meet my French Friend the Talented Ballet Dancer @fabricecalmels Welcome to L.A. Thanks @im.angelabassett for bringing us together 2 years ago in Paris and we havent Stop laughing since. #tall #dancer #ballet #balletdancer ##catwalk #runway
4 Years Ago today. Rehearsing Lar Lubovitch’s Othello final pas on the Bolshoi stage for the Benois de la Danse. 😌 #bolshoiballet #ballet #pointeshoes
4 Years Ago today. Rehearsing Lar Lubovitch’s Othello final pas on the Bolshoi stage for the Benois de la Danse. 😌 #bolshoiballet #ballet #pointeshoes
4 Years Ago today. Rehearsing Lar Lubovitch’s Othello final pas on the Bolshoi stage for the Benois de la Danse. 😌 #bolshoiballet #ballet #pointeshoes
Happy 18th birthday! Love you so much. You have grown into a beautiful Ballerina and a wonderful human being. In France you are technically an adult and would have been celebrating with Champagne. However, until you’re 21 it’s Champomy 🤣(if you don’t know what it is Google it) #balletdancer #ballerina #pointeshoes #birthday #ballet
Have you seen Othello? An excerpt of the 3rd act this weekend October 5 & 6 at the Harris Theater See you soon! #ballet #othello #imgstars
Fabrice Calmels ( @fabricecalmels ) & Victoria Jaiani ( @victoriajaiani ) Othello Rehearsal. Choreographer Lar Lubovitch ( @lubovitch ) Music Elliot Goldenthal
📸 @cherylmannphoto
Monday, October 10 Columbus Day (Indigenous People’s Day) 2022 in United States
Let’s Dance! @studiocalmels @rockcityjam Bravo and congratulations to these amazing dancers. Here is the original link on Peerspace for more details on the property: https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/633cafc0fbcb87000e175afa And here is a video link https://vimeo.com/757771063
Implementing AR @theperformancespace333 @studiocalmels DOGECOIN Embracing new technology! #ballet #dogecoin #augmentedreality #nextbigthing
