At this dance school, young girls dream of wearing uncomfortable shoes that may only hold up for a few months — and their parents are fully supportive. This isn’t a new fashion trend. It’s the reality ...

Ben Sommers, head of Capezio Ballet Makers for 36 years, was called “Mr. Capezio.” He established the Capezio Foundation, created the Capezio Dance Award, founded the Association of American Dance ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Ballerinas come to Castle Rock from all over the U.S. to have Noel Amend look at their feet and select the perfect pointe shoes for them. The right size box, ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A ballerina's grace, endurance and mobility weigh heavily on the dancer's toes-and on the pointe shoes she wears. "It's their greatest tool," said ThePointeShop owner Josephine Lee, ...