NIKOLAY INFLUENCER

McKENZIE WILSON
Nikolay Influencer

Country of nationality: Bellevue, Washington, USA
Education: Emerald Ballet Academy
Instagram: @kenz.wilson


Achievements:
- YAGP Seattle ‘19 Jr’20 Sr
- YAGP Seattle Top 12: ‘15-‘20
- SAB SI ‘17-‘20
- YAGP NYC finals: ‘16-‘20


How old was I when I started dancing: 2 years old
Where I train: Emerald Ballet Academy, Bellevue, Washington
What made me fall in love with ballet: When I started to train at Emerald and performed in the Nutcracker for the first time with a live orchestra. I got a feel for performing a real ballet and I loved it!
My favorite ballet: Don Quixote My favorite variation: The temple destruction scene from La Bayadere Choreographer
I’m inspired by: Justin Peck.I love the ballet he choreographed called “In Creases”!
Dancer who inspires me: Marianela Núnez!
My dream partner: Aran Bell Grand Allegro or Petit Allegro? Grand Allegro!
Barre or Center: Center
My biggest quarantine challenge: Staying motivated while working in very small spaces!
Fun fact about me that people may not know: If I didn’t dance I would want to be a marine biologist.

On Pointe Dancewear Bellevue

Hours of operation:
Mon-Fri: 11am to 6pm
Saturday: 10am to 4pm
Sunday: closed

Tel.: (425) 643-2386
Website: www.onpointebellevue.com/
Instagram: @onpointebellevue


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