Go "Behind the Curtain" with Boston Ballet Principal Dancer Derek Dunn

Kelsey Grills

September 17, 2019

Most people may know Derek Dunn for his impeccable turns and alluring onstage charisma. But the Boston Ballet principal dancer is just as charming offstage, whether he’s playing with his 3-year-old miniature labradoodle or working in the studio. Dance Magazine recently spent the day with Dunn as he prepared for his debut as Albrecht in the company’s upcoming run of Giselle.

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