Kansas City Ballet Dancer, Amaya Rodriguez, joined the company in 2015. She is originally from Cuba and danced with National Ballet of Cuba under Alicia Alonso. She’s made Kansas City her home.
Q: TELL US WHY YOU BECAME A DANCEr.
A: I began to study ballet after the first time I saw Swan Lake. I was struck by so much beauty. From that moment, I knew dancing would be my future.
Q: WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO WHEN YOU ARE NOT DANCING?
A: I like to do different things like reading a book, studying to learn new things, listening to music and cooking. This way I can relax after a long and exhausting day of work as a dancer.
Q: WHAT IS YOUR GUILTY PLEASURE?
A: I like to sing when I’m at home and pretend I’m very famous singer. I can believe it 100%.
Q: WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT BALLET?
A: I love the passion that has developed in me since I was a child. I love the pleasure I feel when I hear the applause of the audience when I finish a performance and especially that I am able to give my all daily despite the fatigue that my body may feel. When I hear the music and think about the choreography, it makes me forget everything and surrender to the magic of my career … dance.
Q: WHAT WAS THE BEST LIFE ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED?
A: As long as you know what you want, you can achieve anything. Effort and discipline will be your best allies.
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