Dancing can be really taxing on the mind, as well as body, so I like doing various activities outside of the ballet realm. I enjoy swimming, reading, painting, and hiking, but one of my absolute favorite activities to do with friends is painting pottery.
Painting pottery is a fun way to make…
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Mimi
Mimi Tompkins is in the corps de ballet at Ballet Arizona. A former apprentice at National Ballet of Canada, and trainee with the San Francisco Ballet, Mimi is a second-generation ballerina from McLean, Virginia and has been dancing ballet since she was three years old.
My Favorite Summer Treats
Summer is a magical time to lay back, rest, eat well, travel and enjoy time with your friends and family. I like…
My Newfound Love For Yoga
I have occasionally done yoga in the past to stay in shape on breaks, or on the weekend when I have extra time,…
Don’t Miss the US Premier of Napoli!
Things have been a whirlwind here in Phoenix as we prepare for the U.S. premier of Napoli!
Our director, Ib…
Mimi’s Ballet New Years Resolutions
This New Years I have come up with a ballet New Years resolution list, ensuring that I will strive through 2015.…
Mimi Talks Nutcracker Prep
‘Tis the season of Nutcracker, yet again!
Our run of Nutcracker starts this week at Symphony Hall here in Phoenix.…
My All Time Favorite Autumn Vegetable!
Brussel sprouts are my all time favorite autumn vegetable, so I cook them any chance I get. My favorite way to…
My Adventure to Sedona!
After a long week of Swan Lake rehearsals, I wanted to have an outdoor adventure. My friend and I woke up early…
Ballet Under the Stars Performs for an Audience of 2,000+
We are in the midst of our Ballet Under the Stars performances here at Ballet Arizona. I learned a little over a…
Making Arizona Feel Like Home!
After much anticipation, I finally made my move to Arizona! My first few days at Ballet Arizona have been…