Photo 17- An Inside Peek At Los Angeles Ballet's Graceful Beauties

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Feb 28, 2013 8:00 AM EST

An Inside Peek At Los Angeles Ballet's Graceful Beauties

By Brenna Egan, Photographed by Lani Trock

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Kate Highstrete, 26
Hometown: Beach, California

When was the "a-ha" moment you knew you wanted to dance professionally?
"I can't remember ever wanting to do anything else."

What has been your most memorable performance?
"Dancing My Greatest Fear, a piece by Sonya Tayeh, because it was the most emotion and vulnerability I've ever been asked to show on stage."

What's your pre-performance ritual?
"I always eat a peanut-butter sandwich and listen to music to stay relaxed."

What's your favorite thing to do in L.A. when not onstage or in the studio?
"I love to go to the Melrose Trading Post on Sundays."

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