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Steven McRae: Dancing Back to the Light
At the peak of his career, acclaimed ballet dancer Steven McRae severely damages his Achilles tendon. This is the story of his rehabilitation and the days leading up to his triumphant return to stage.
Steven McRae, principal dancer with the world-renowned Royal Ballet, is 33 years old and at the pinnacle of his career when he severely damages his Achilles tendon in the middle of a show attended by 2,500 spectators.
This is the story of his amazing rehabilitation and the nerve-racking days leading up to his triumphant return to the stage.
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Fri 14 Mar 202521:00
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Trailer: Steven McRae: Dancing Back to the Light
Duration: 01:39
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"What if I actually can't dance anymore?"
Duration: 00:54
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"I've never really sat and thought about stopping performing"
Duration: 01:33
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"I need the profession to change"
Duration: 01:16
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Featured Artist | Steven McRae |
| Interviewed Guest | Elizabeth McRae |
| Director | Stephane Carrel |
| Writer | Stephane Carrel |
| Producer | Julia Fangeaud |
| Producer | Guillaume Roy |
| Producer | Gabriel Chabanier |
| Producer | Julien Loeffler |
| Producer | James Kermack |
| Producer | Meredith Coral |
| Executive Producer | Mark Bell |
| Production Company | Flair Productions |
| Production Company | Featuristic Films |
Broadcast
- Fri 14 Mar 202521:00
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