Ballerina Dreams: From Orphan to Dancer

Ballerina Dreams: From Orphan to Dancer is the inspiring true story of Michaela DePrince, who began her life as an orphan in war-torn Sierra Leone. Facing adversity, including the loss of her parents and a skin condition called vitiligo, Michaela endures many challenges. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she finds a magazine with a picture of a beautiful ballerina on the cover, which ignites her dream of becoming a dancer. Michaela is eventually adopted by an American family and moves to the United States, where she works tirelessly to overcome prejudice and physical demands to pursue her passion for ballet. Despite the odds, she rises through the ranks of the ballet world with determination and grace, achieving her dream of becoming a professional ballerina and an inspiration to many.