Jonathan Batista Becomes First Black Principal Dancer In The History Of The Pacific Northwest Ballet
by Candace McDuffie from on (#64M7N)

Jonathan Batista has made history by becoming the first Black principal dancer in the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Last year, he became part of the organization as a soloist. In an interview with KUOW, he says that having the highest rank as a ballet dancer means a lot for both him and the Black community: