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Leroy Mokgatle Lives Her Dream at Staatsballett Berlin

When Staatsballett Berlin artist Leroy Mokgatle debuted as the Fairy of Wisdom last December, she made waves around the world. With her soaring jumps, sensitive phrasing, and captivating charisma, the then first-year corps member announced herself as a star on the rise. Her Fairy of Wisdom performance went viral not only for her artistry but also for her identity as nonbinary. 

Claudia Bauer
The cover of the December 2024 issue of Dance Magazine. Leroy Mokgatle poses against a white backdrop. She looks off to the right as she balances in a low front attitude on pointe, arms draped elegantly around her head. She wears a black leotard with a mesh turtleneck detail and pointe shoes pancaked to match her skin tone. The largest cover line reads, "Leroy Mokgatle lives her truth at Staatsballett Berlin."
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