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Charlotte Nebres

Charlotte Nebres is a fourteen-year-old pre-professional ballet dancer. Charlotte was the first Black dancer to be cast as Marie--the young heroine of "George Balanchine's The Nutcracker"--in New York City Ballet's show. Her history-making performance during the 2019 holiday season was covered by the New York Times, CBS News, Essence, GMA, and more. Charlotte is currently a student at the School of American Ballet. Charlotte lives in New Jersey with her parents, brother, and sister. Find her on Instagram at @charlottenebres.
Charlotte the Ballerina
Charlotte and the Nutcracker

Charlotte and the Nutcracker - Read Aloud With Author Charlotte Nebres | Brightly Storytime

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Charlotte the Ballerina
Charlotte and the Nutcracker

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Charlotte and the Nutcracker - Read Aloud With Author Charlotte Nebres | Brightly Storytime

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