Inside London City Ballet with Principal Dancer Constance Devernay
I recently interviewed Constance Devernay, principal dancer with the London City Ballet, currently in the midst of rehearsals ahead of the company’s upcoming tour.
Constance spoke about the collaborative atmosphere fostered by Artistic Director Christopher Marney, where dancers are valued as creative voices and the repertoire is chosen with them in mind. She reflected on the artistic freedom that comes with working in a smaller company, allowing for closer connections, deeper expression, and more personalised storytelling.
Beyond her stage work, Constance stars in Étoile, Prime Video’s new ballet dramedy filmed in Paris and New York. She shared insights into the unique challenges of performing for the camera and the exciting growth that comes with it.
It’s always inspiring to speak with artists who are not only at the top of their game but also embracing change with curiosity and vision.In an era that often forgets the soul behind creation, The Artist’s Voice seeks to reclaim space for the artist, to spotlight their labor, their vision, and their indispensable place in the fabric of society. Our mission is rooted in a deep sense of responsibility: to help reawaken public awareness of the value of art and to honor those who create it as essential contributors to our collective future.
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