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    Kioni, 10, uses a phone belonging to Ruth Essel, 30, founder of Pointe Black Ballet School, to record Maya, 10, rehearsing their dance for the upcoming theatre production of 'Brick Road' in London, Britain, August 4, 2023. Maya, a student at Pointe Black and another ballet school, enjoys exploring various styles. "I get to experience different types of ballet, different music," said the aspiring astrophysicist, after a flawless solo rehearsal for an upcoming show. "I like ballet, so I'd like to do it but hopefully my career won't get in the way." REUTERS/Alishia Abodunde SEARCH "ABODUNDE BALLET SCHOOL" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH "WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES.
    The Wider Image: London’s Pointe Black ballet school aims to
    The Wider Image: London’s Pointe Black ballet school aims to

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