Donation for pointe shoes | Grand Kyiv Ballet

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Pointe shoes and flats play a crucial role in the success of our artists, providing unwavering support throughout their careers, from every step they take to every delicate bourrée they perform.

The symbiotic relationship between a dancer and their shoes gives rise to the exquisite beauty that ballet enthusiasts admire worldwide.

A dancer's shoes are as exceptional as their individuality, comprising a unique blend of materials such as fabric, thread, and adhesive meticulously tailored to each artist's precise requirements.

Often, dancers will try out multiple pairs of shoes before finding the perfect fit that feels like an extension of their own body. They also develop their own personal rituals for preparing their shoes, refined over years of experimentation, often incorporating valuable insights passed down from seasoned dancers who have preceded them.


The enchanting allure of ballet is heightened by the design of pointe shoes, creating an illusion of magic as the ballerina appears to effortlessly glide through the air on the stage. The pointe shoe serves as a flawless extension of the ballerina's body, seamlessly blending with her every movement.