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@rahlburke came up with this during improv - do you prefer the black and white or colour edit? I can't decide! 😂

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male ballet dancer Tanzfotografie dance studio photography Fujifilm X-T3 contemporary art minimalism Tanzfotografin Berlin dance photoshoot photographer

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Jubiläumsgala 2026 | Staatsoper Unter den Linden

It was a true honour to be part of this special gala, bringing together the Staatliche Ballettschule Berlin and the Staatliche Artistikschule Berlin to celebrate their 75th and 70th anniversaries🎭✨

I am deeply grateful to have had an opportunity to perform this beautiful piece “Songs from the Labyrinth” choreographed by @scpc.boehm alongside Samuel. Bringing ballet and circus together on one stage was a truly inspiring experience, allowing us to explore the connection between two different art forms and discover what we could create together.

My heartfelt gratitude to @stateballetschool_berlin @artistenschule.berlin and to our teachers for their guidance, and to everyone who made this special collaboration possible. It was such a privilege to share the stage with wonderful dancers and artists, and to be part of this memorable gala. 🤍

#staatlicheballettschuleberlin #staatlicheartistenschuleberlin #stateballetschoolberlin
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Looking back, exactly a year ago I was away from dancing and stage, facing surgery and an uncertain return to dancing. Standing on this stage, I feel like I can finally look back and give my past self a hug<3

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Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the State Ballet School of Berlin and the 70th anniversary of the Artistic School! ✨

So happy and grateful to have been part of such a special gala. Congratulations to the school on this important milestone and wonderful celebration! 🤍

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Photographer dean-photo.com for Bookings/Portfolio. Contact via Email Form
@fotoberlinballet @westudio.de

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Professional Ballet Shoot , book via DM for shootings UK / Germany
#Balletcv #balletdancershoot #maledancer #ballett #photoshootdance Male Ballet Jump Photoshoot

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In just a few days, I’ll continue the creation of “Fields of Wonder” at @liedstadt

Here is a beautifully captured excerpt from our rehearsals a few weeks ago, filmed by @davidvoss10

Dancing: @ana__dordevic and @nicholaskrose , with @rahlburke stepping in for our actor @kameronlocke

As Artist in Residence, I’ll be creating three productions for the festival, and I’m very excited for the weeks ahead and everything that is about to unfold.

“Fields of Wonder” will premiere at the Kleine Saal of the @elbphilharmonie , together with @thomashampson , the @rothkostringquartet and @des.es.f.a

Looking forward to returning to the studio and continuing this journey. ✨

#FieldsOfWonder #Liedstadt #Elbphilharmonie #Dance #ContemporaryDance Choreography DanceCreation NewCreation PerformingArts ArtistInResidence MusicAndDance ThomasHampson RothkoStringQuartet Hamburg

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glimpse into the teaching of @nicholaskrose

filmed and edited by @davidvoss10

I am honoured for any moment I can be in close proximity with ballet - it is so singular and important

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@rahlburke

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THE FUTURE OF BALLET IS IN THE DETAILS.

Not bigger tricks. Not higher legs.

BETTER TRAINING.

Three coaching moments from this summer with Rahl that remind me why I do this work. Rahl is a student at @stateballetschool_berlin

ARABESQUE: We weren’t chasing height…we were building the line! A beautiful arabesque begins with an organized body.

BATTEMENT FONDU: One correction changed everything:

“YOUR EYES TELL YOUR HANDS WHERE TO GO.”

When the eyes lead, the hands, fingers, and feet begin to work together. Suddenly, the movement is coordinated instead of mechanical. Watch how quickly his fondu changes.

Those small details are what separate talented dancers from professional artists. And in auditions, they make all the difference.

PRECISION : My classes combine the foundations of classical ballet with the speed, musicality, and athletic precision inspired by Willy Burmann, Zippora Karz, @jeniferringer ,Jerome Robbins, and Stanley Williams.

I mention to my students often you can’t just “be” on the music, you have the BECOME the music.

One of the most meaningful parts of my work is helping prepare the next generation of ballet artists—including talented young dancers of color—to walk into every room with confidence, clarity, and world-class training.

Rahl already has the talent.My job is to refine the details. Because details create artists.

This young man is going many places!

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CONGRATULATIONS to our #YAGPphotochallenge2026 Top 40 Finalists! We had such a difficult time choosing only 40 dancers from all the incredible submissions from all around the world!✨🎉

Now it’s your turn to choose the TOP 3 Winners! Head to @yagp to see the Top 20 Finalists! The polls are open!🙌🩰

HOW TO VOTE:

- Pick your favorite number (1-20) from the submissions included in this post
- Comment “I vote for _____” (and the number), without punctuation… (Example: I vote for 1)
-You can vote as many times as you like; one comment = one vote!
- Voting closes at 9am EST on Thursday July 23rd

Let the voting begin!🎉

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#yagp #ballet #photography

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This summer I’ve been working one on one with Rahl, a student at the @stateballetschool_berlin (Berlin Staatliche Ballettschule), as he prepares for his senior year and the audition season ahead. Side note this kid is so gifted. Only been training roughly 3 years.

Our coaching combines the corrections, guidance, and artistry passed on to me by my teachers and coaches over the years. Most corrections given to me, stemming from my first coach Willy Burmann (RIP❤️)

It’s a privilege to pass that knowledge forward and to create space for the next generation of young Black artists to step confidently into this profession.

The work continues.

DM for coaching.
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In love with this pictures 💕

Thank you @tibor_florestan_pluto 📸
and @rahlburke 💪

#yagpphotochallenge2026 #ballett #balletttänzerin

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Inside Rahl
A KALTBLUT exclusive introducing dancer Rahl Burke. Concept & Production by Daniel Lathwesen. DOP by Sonjay Williams. Editor is Vangelis Trichias. All fashion by Effenberger Couture.

Concept & Production by @It_s_dtothel
Dancer: @rahlburke
DOP: @sonjaywilliams
Editor: @bigvague
Styling: @effenberger_couture

https://www.kaltblut-magazine.com/inside-rahl/

werbung unpaid

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