Step into the world of ballet beyond the spotlight with our exclusive feature! Each edition offers a glimpse into the off-stage lives of your favorite dancers, showcasing their unique hobbies and passions. Discover the surprising and delightful activities that make these artists’ lives as captivating as their performances.
LAUREN KOT
St. Louis Ballet
Company Member
@laurenakot
Essential item in your dance bag?
A Theraband for warming up my feet.
Movie you can re-watch till the end of time?
Singin’ in the Rain.
Dancer who’s inspired you?
Marianela Núñez.
Song/artist/playlist you’ve been playing on repeat?
Glass Animals.
Least favorite dance step?
Hops en pointe on one leg.
How do you like to spend your time outside of dance?
I like to go on walks, read, hike, bake, cross-train, and really spend as much time outside as I can!
Best place to hang out in your company’s home city?
Tower Grove Park, especially on Saturday mornings during the farmer’s market.
Dream role?
Juliet in Romeo & Juliet.
Go-to coffee shop order?
Oat latte.
Essential post-show ritual?
A good meal, hot shower, ice bucket for my feet, and lots of sleep.
ABOUT LAUREN
Hometown: Howell, Michigan
Joined the company: 2019
Training
BalletMet
BalletMet 2
Saint Louis Ballet Roles
(listed by choreographer)
Gen Horiuchi: Cinderella (Autumn Fairy), Giselle (Peasant Soloist), The Nutcracker (Tea, Soldier Doll), Sleeping Beauty (Canari, White Cat), Swan Lake (Cygnet, Czardas), Balanchivadze, Classique, Jazz a la Francaise, Moment, More Morra, Romantique, St. Louis Blues, TOYA/GEN Vol. 1 Appasionata, Wake Up!
George Balanchine: Allegro Brillante, Concerto Barocco, Square Dance, Valse Fantaisie
Brian Enos: Alice in Wonderland (Dormouse), In Reel Time
Tom Gold: Oasis
Emery LeCrone: Agile Episodes
Peter Martins: Ash, Hallelujah Junction
Amy Seiwert: By Any Other Name
Sean Sessions: Impressions
Christopher Wheeldon: The American, Within the Golden Hour
Lori Wilson: Escape
Featured image by Kelly Pratt
Image 1 by Carly Vanderheyden
Images 4 and 6 by Kelly Pratt
