Nothing could stop Alicia Alonso from dancing. Her spirit reminds us to persevere in the face of adversity, to recognize the importance of working together in an ensemble, and to champion the global impact of women’s artistic achievements.
Nancy Ohlin, you deserve a standing ovation for dazzling readers with such an enchanting narrative. Josefina Preumayr, thank you for your illustrations, which flow so gracefully on the page. Thank you, too, to Martha Cipolla and Marisa Finkelstein for copyediting and proofreading with such care and attention to detail.
To Smashworks Dance, you’re absolute stars. This partnership and collaboration have been such a blast. Thank you, Ashley McQueen and Ana Lejava, for your creativity, commitment, and excitement around this project.
And, finally, thank you to our Rebel Girls readers. Your perpetual curiosity keeps us on our toes! Have the courage to perfect your craft, and dance toward your dreams. The world is your stage.