Miko Fogarty, 16, Moscow IBC, Gold Medalist - Black Swan -

Miko has British, Swiss, Japanese nationalities and lives in the US.
Trained / Coached at Indiana Ballet Conservatory, USA
Featured ballerina in FIRST POSITION: A Ballet Documentary

[@lysjanvier]

as another performing artiste, she looks like principal material to me - she doesnt look stressed and overly focused on getting the technique right, rather the technique is already there, she's relaxed and completely in character. that is incredibly hard to achieve

[@kristin123a]

It will seem as tough you are wrong. I believe she’s stopped dancing. She’s not in a company anyway.

[@mexusnexus209]

Ingri A salty much?

[@demarawilliams7419]

Ingri A she just open her own studio in San Jose.

[@jewelmarkess]

@Mexus Nexus - why Ingri A's telling the truth is "being salty"? She worked for a year in corps in Binghamton Royal Ballet, but then she stopped dancing. She said in an interview she lost passion. She likes teaching, and she is also attending a university as a premed. In terms of principal material, she is absolutely wonderful dancing variations in competitions, but doing variations and winning competitions isn't the same as working in a theater. Besides, there are many great girls we don't see in competitions at all as best professional academies don't send their students to competitions.

[@Andrea-ej751]

Great performance & mastery of technique. However her legs are too short. Cannot be a principal ballerina. Very unfortunate. Heard this girl dropped ballet to pursue an acting career - good for her.

[@huginmayday3023]

I have so much respect for ballerinas and danseurs..If only people knew how hard ballet is and how long it takes to master techniques

[@velvetluna5503]

same

[@jadynbonewitz]

Agreed

[@aoristan2069]

Dancers not danseurs

[@hi1892]

​@@aoristan2069 danseurs are male ballet dancers

[@crunchybubblewrap]

@@hi1892 agree. idk if you're still looking:D

[@aleaminar8574]

Honestly. She is so incredible, she is so in character, her technique is beautiful and DAT WRIST FLICK AT THE END 2:47

[@overcamehim]

Yes, she really is all human. It is just amazing how she controls her facial expressions while exerting the energy required for the spectrum of demands on her person.

[@supersunshineglasses]

Santa: Can I you please bring me Miko Fogarty in box so that she can teach me her mystical ways and I can watch her dance all day :D

[@violaleung1357]

Lol

[@7ofcrows]

Same

[@kaverishivaji842]

Lol 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@sheeniebeanie2597]

did santa oblige tho?

[@annieoddo1475]

She is brilliant. I wouldn't say she nailed the part of the black swan - it does lack some sophistication - but still, for 16, pretty amazing. There are some moments in there that I wasn't really feeling, but on the other hand, there are some that were really beautiful. And I think the artistic sophistication will definitely come for her with age and experience.

[@lilronnyg5724]

I think she nailed the part and the act, the only reason she didn't reach sophistication was because she's naturally doesn't look old enough.

[@annieoddo1475]

I don't know, it just didn't quite sell the part of the black swan IMO but I guess that's a matter of taste. It was still really good. Like I said, she's brilliant and shows a tremendous amount of promise as a ballerina. Not that you can really compare a teenager to a professional adult but I think Gillian Murphy is my favorite black swan I've seen thus far. Taking into account both character and technique, she was brilliant in an unparalleled way.

[@daffo595]

Annie Oddo her acting is kind of same-ish for a lot of her variations but yeah i think its with age as well as experience. probably when she starts in a major company she'll begin to develop her own sense of characterisation

[@annieoddo1475]

Agreed 100%!

[@annieoddo1475]

It has nothing to do with black swan, I just didn't think she portrayed the role with a lot of originality. we're allowed to disagree.

[@abbyelisw]

I just learned this variation at my ballet company's summer intensive and I cannot even compare to Miko. She is so inspirational and I really look up to her.

[@Veronica_travel]

Totally agree! She is so inspirational!

[@awesomesauce23]

Same. She's kind of like my idol 😅, she's such a beautiful dancer and I strive to be as beautiful and graceful of a ballet dancer as her.

[@allyolsen]

I love that bourree preparation!! So perfectly swan-like.

[@onlyappearance]

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[@simone56689]

Same

[@mindrolling24]

16! Classical ballet really is the most evolved and beautiful art form humans have created and still create. I know their feet are mangled, they are often always in pain and that it is a rather cut throat and ruthless world, but it is still sublime. I was a gymnast and did ballet on and off between the ages of 5 and 16, but sadly I found horses in this time and thus have had most of my toes broken. If I didn't, I'd buy some pointe shoes and take adult classes again *sigh* Well, I am 48, so I think I'll keep doing the ballet and gymnastics warm up exercises mixed in with the yoga, meditation and horses and just watch these amazing artists as they continue to delight the world with their beauty, determination, courage and damn hard work. Thank you all xxx.

[@mitzurien]

I have watched a ton of Odile’s Variation but Miko Fogarty’s technique is still one of the best I have ever seen

[@mayarivera541]

when dancing, mostly ballet, it must look strong, effortless, graceful, and light all at the same time. And she achieved all these. Great job Miko! You're an inspiration to young dancers such as myself!!

[@danabrett5177]

Miko, you are an absolute artist.... a true prodigy. I know you are happy studying to be a doctor, and I am happy for you. However, you are one of my favorite dancers of my life. I am a dance teacher. I have shown First Position dozens of times over the years to my dance students. I wish I could see you dance more!!!! Best to you always!

[@basmathkhokhar4735]

Such a talented dancer the ballet world has lost a magnificent dancer

[@Snezzleify]

Lost? Something happen?

[@ekaterinamikhaltsova5902]

@@Snezzleify She quit dancing.

[@picardy7488]

@@Snezzleify She went to medical school but teaches occasionally

[@carolinelavender1909]

She is such an exquisite dancer and so inspiring! Absolutely unbelievable!!!!!!!!!

[@riverwildcat1]

Perfect 10 out of 10. Magnificent grace and warmth. Just dazzling!

[@Flaflaronio]

It's so nice to see her going from child prodigy to mature artist! Congrats Miko!

[@BalletmusicDK]

Brilliant. Amazing. Bravo!

[@LifeOfABean101]

Her expressions are PRICELESS....

[@MiraLouise]

She has improved so much from when she was 13! She is a lot more graceful. Such an amazing dancer

[@crunchybubblewrap]

oh! you've seen her old one!

[@kkayspaznee]

Love Miko's take on this odile variation. Very classy, sophisticated and there were some points in the variation where she felt 100% Odile. I really hope she posts her Odile pas de deux with Mario at Varna IBC 2014!

[@EMG-pi4cb]

Miko, what an artist you are... a truly poetic and virtuostic performance.

[@calliejet4499]

Saw her in a documentary when she was so young. She looks great :)

[@ashleymui4520]

She is... an angel.

[@luisdominguez2265]

+Ashley Mui hablas ingles o español

[@ElizabethCroghan]

are you guys kidding me this girl is unreal no critique. perfection

[@karennoble1168]

Very beautiful performance, so precise, Miko.

[@erikachan8870]

I remember after watching her perform her third performance at Alonzo lines ballet she quickly grabbed a water bottle and chugged it. I think deep down inside she wanted some strawberries n cheese on that table but she looked passed it and continued practicing her pirouettes even after the performance. Ppl don't understand the pain and dedication she has. My god!

[@erikachan8870]

Not saying she doesn't eat but after a killer performance I would like myself a glass of red wine n look at the flowers I got. LOL

[@hhafan]

I read from an interview somewhere that the only carbs she eats every day are muesli at breakfast. I just can't imagine a life without rice or pasta or potatoes, I don't understand where she gets all that energy from to dance so much!

[@surfwaycorp1198]

I like her dancing style and technique

[@mariepeguilhan4509]

i do not know her personally but after first seeing her in First Position and to watch where she has come to amazes me. I am proud of this young lady

[@haleylandry7791]

Absolute perfection.

[@femaletrumpet02]

Very Graceful and Talented dancer you are, Miko. Keep up the Good Work!

[@Queenmaya1]

Absolutely Stunning 🙌👏👏👏

[@labigtyme12]

Simply Breathtaking .... WOW! Nothing but an AMAZING performance ... Congrats Miko!

[@The1X1Guys]

Her technique is so exquisite.... she's so graceful OMFG!!!! #lifegoals On the other hand, though, her expression is kind of flat. She's supposed to be embodying the Black Swan; a more sly expression would be fitting-- or at the very least some sort of change in expression throughout the dance would be nice.

[@98BeeGirl]

God forgive us.

[@LupeJelena]

Flawless! Go Miko!

[@brookshvaitser1836]

One of the most beautiful black swans I've ever seen! Just lovely darling, bravo!

[@randiloub777]

You guys really need to cheer up no one can be perfect

[@thatjuly9th]

Wow omg, I can't even say how incredible she is, she has everything to be a prima ballerina and you can totally see she was born for this, SHE IS BEAUTIFUL WOW

[@jenjenbee1340]

She’s a stunning ballet dancer. I could watch her dance all day.

[@Liplima-qi1qm]

回転の安定感、、、素晴らしすぎる

[@paulettemorrison6544]

I understand why she has changed careers. It's a great loss for the ballet world, because she is so brilliant, but she has already given so many years to ballet, and she has another life to live now.

[@Zentropy8]

Stunning. I watch this over and over. The only other swan I like as much is Natalia Makarova. It's wonderful how much Miko has grown in strength, balance, musicality, and artistry, in just a few years.

[@moushka2692]

Incredible to see her give this up! She must be in her mid-twenties now. I hope she’s happy with her new career path.

[@topanga5759]

You’re such a beautiful Ballerina. I started taking ballet, tap and baton twirling around age 3 or 4. I would have loved to be a professional Ballerina but my mom died when I was six years old. The dance lessons stopped. I was the youngest of four. We were 10, 9, 7 and 6 years old when our mom died of a brain aneurysm Both my sister were taking ballet, tap and baton twirling too. Our dad moved us to a very small town where there were no dance studios. Closest was about 80 miles away. Thank goodness for videos and live performances I can still love and watch it. Thanks for sharing your beautiful talent and career. I’m now 61 years old. If I able to I would attach a photo of the three of us in our ballet outfits 😃🩰

[@ezbayt2616]

I don't know much about ballet but this is the most elegant and beautiful i have seen.

[@opera72]

I love all these people making comment,giving advice and criticising ....Who are they?What right do they have to judge others?A bit more humility is what they need...Also have a look at yourself in the mirror and think of what YOU can do! Be a bit more respectful of other's talent!

[@xXxSW33TH34RTxXx]

And who are you to say that someone has to be someone special to criticize? Anyone is allowed to criticize anything. Particularly things in the public domain.

[@dancer4life425]

thankyou, just what i was thinking lol

[@lysadance]

I was talking with a friend about young dancers. The only one we agreed about was Miko. She's amazing. Wondeful. Perfect.

[@martinapollard5456]

Okay whoever said perfection doesn't exist is clearly out of their god damn minds.

[@magorzataolewinska8163]

So many years so good!

[@29psalm]

she is so musical...love her beautiful dancing and her personality!

[@TheMistyMolly]

The older I get, the more I appreciate her talent. Her technique is phenomenal, but her artistry makes her stand out to me!

[@tivonako8385]

she dances with so much ease and her facial expressions are so natural but perfect ohmygoodness!

[@adrid6187]

Soo amazing! I'm learning this now, and it's incredible that she can do this without falling😂😂

[@annatumanova9740]

Обожаю исполнение это девушки💓💞💓💞💓💞💓💞👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@inshallamiami]

Hahahah kill any Ukrainians lately?

[@JaimeAOrrego4Dance]

AMAZING!!!! you have grown so much over the past few years, extremely mature, dynamic and extremely talented keep it up!!!!

[@rosepena712]

She dances so gracefully, she flows like water!

[@floatingoncloud91]

After 2 years, watching this again has no effect on my initial opinion. This still an impeccably incredible performance.

[@alicewilloughby4318]

Absolutely gorgeous dancing! This girl is a STAR!

[@jewelmarkess]

She was a star in competitions, but she gave up ballet after a year in corps and is now majoring in premed in Berkeley.

[@atwilightlife]

Technique & presentation was flawless! You have grown into a beautiful ballerina! Again, congratulations on your win - it is deserved!

[@timothyk9086]

Oh look at all the ballet experts in the coment section! Newsflash: people who actually contain a plethora of ballet experience, knowledge and helpful critiscism don't take to youtube to publicly discourage a dancer for the whole world to see. For those who have awkward critiques and stinging words for Miko; save it. This girl is going places whether or not you believe she "has what it takes", as if there's some sort of holy golden standard every ballerina must reach in order to succeed. Every dancer brings their own magic to this wonderful art we call classical ballet. The greatest ballet dancers have been those who tirelessly persued their love for their art despite the petty hate thrown their way, or imperfect physique, or age, nationality and any other barriers people expect them to be held back by. So keep it to yourself. Dancers need encouragement not hatred. Miko you're an inspiration and wherever you are in your career right now, its undeniable that you are GOING places. Much love!!

[@kristin123a]

Timothy Kuhn I guess you were wrong as she does not dance with a company anymore.

[@29psalm]

she dances from her heart!

[@lifeofDOugh]

Ahhhhh MIKOOO, you are amazing!!! That dance was flawless, you deserved that gold medal! You inspire my ballet friends and I to do our best in dance class. Luv you soo much

[@casteretpollux]

Wow. There really was a swan on stage.

[@Lemon_and_AB]

Breathtaking! You captured the character of Odile and gave a flawless performance. Everything flowed perfectly and you were stunning! Bravo!

[@MotionPictureMuse]

One of the most natural dancers I've seen. Can't wait to see how she and her career develop. Best of luck, Miko!

[@nicolinaarellano6152]

Miko!! Your dancing is incredible!! You're my role model!!!! You've inspired me so much in my dancing. Even to the point that I get lead roles in performances. Thank you for inspiring me. BRAVOOO!!

[@Dorothyredshz]

Lovely and a pleasure to watch, felt like I actually went to the ballet ..live streamed it but watched it from home . Got chills up my back as though I was there in person .

[@krasskey]

how can i dance like miko? she’s a gorgeous dancer

[@ellemitchell5363]

Honestly my goals. Those pirouettes into attitudes are gorgeous and so are those developes

[@sagantobias2425]

My god she is the definition of the perfect ballerina to me. So amazing.

[@29psalm]

so musical and beautiful to watch! I love her dancing!

[@rachelgo2012]

This is absolutely stunning. Technically perfect with little to no hesitation in this piece! The phrasing is beautiful.

[@icarrus4u]

WOW!! You're amazing and very precise!!

[@kamilareeder1493]

WHy were we so critical back then, I can't believe she has already retired

[@kimhaas7586]

She's perfect but I find myself distracted by thoughts of grocery shopping and my favorite shampoo when I watch her dance. Then I realize the variation is almost over and I've missed all but the last perfectly torqued pirouettes, meticulously set up and placed. Every trick is checked off the list. {{sigh}} it must drive Alys Shee crazy.

[@zeddnl6514]

omg no hahah my groceries sounds so tacky now

[@gracielaweimer7845]

Que belleza,muy buen trabajo,es un encanto,felicidades!!

[@violsp7036]

Я могу смотреть бесконечно как она танцует, это невероятное изящество и грация, вот она идеальная балерина, маленькая, изящная, легкая.

[@andread4595]

She is very smooth, all her movements so clean and well connected. Beautiful 😍

[@JanetteHeffernan]

Ballet doesn't wait. You either dance or you don't. If dance doesn't work out, she is young and may have a change of heart, then she can go to university later. Ballet dancers are clever and intelligent. You have to be to become a professional ballet dancer but the life is amazing. My daughter gave up her chance of The Royal Ballet School for university but she still dances and she is now 35 and teaches dance in schools. Miko's B Swan is amazing. Her use of the ronde de jamb is outstanding.

[@inspiritsonepanda6236]

She is totally AWESOME.

[@myheartrules99]

WOW, Miko you absolutely captivated me whilst you danced!!! your arms are stunning aswell!!!!

[@blktauna]

So elegant and smooth. A real joy to watch. Best wishes for a long Happy Career.

[@ZachRogers94]

Absolutely gorgeous Miko!! You're such an inspiration, such a gorgeous dancer.

[@songbird377]

I could watch dance all day ! So graceful and smooth !

[@chrisg4584]

Oh wow, I remember watching her in a ballet documentary years ago when she was just a kid, maybe 12 or so. She's really grown up alot

[@cassandrachen8759]

This is my favorite variation! Miko Fogarty you are a wonderful dancer

[@giuliorenzobighin8165]

Ottima la fibrillazione dei passi sulle punte in eundo veloce della ballerina e la loro perfetta riconduzione all'euritmia melodica. Ottime le pose figurali assunte nel balletto anche in piena fase esecutiva. Ottimo il senso del continuum dato alla pièce danzante.Molto brava.Bighin Giulio Renzo. 😊😊😊

[@kassdiamond]

Your dancing is absolutely captivating. You really tell the story in your movements. Graceful and beautiful, keep yip the great work. I hope to see you when you're a principal some day.

[@sophieleong3988]

Miko, you are so amazing. I watched you in First Position and I really look up to you. I've been taking ballet for a long time and you've inspired to work as hard as I can and to keep trying. You are an awesome dancer and you've come super far. Keep going!!

[@user-sw7vt2mf1d]

日本人いる？ ミコちゃん本当上手！

[@erikotanaka6964]

❤️

[@bravenewworld84]

Mesmerizing...

[@Tellie021]

I don’t think she technically improves so much, she was already pretty amazing. But artistically speaking it is just completely different. She control her stress much better, we can feel her involvement in the role, her love for dance, and a much greater maturity ! Miko you are on a runway to the stars of Ballet !

[@manfredfinch]

Exquisite. Such musicality.

[@flavia8076]

Muito linda Miko!! belíssima interpretação, musicalidade,equilíbrio,giros e port de brás.

[@tiffchan2201]

Miko is a very talented ballerina. I really love her dancing! She's so pretty!

[@lilafeldman8630]

Just beautiful! I love watching her.

[@jesuishannahB]

I think she might be one of the best if not the best young ballerinas on the planet right now

[@Cleolc1]

Definitely in a year or so she should be in a very good company. She has all qualities of a prima, let alone her black swan one of the best!!! Best of luck Miko in getting into the company you really want, sure you'll get in.

[@elioraimmanuel]

Miko would have been a principal if she had continued.

[@EmEnz1]

An assured and lovely performance. It is a pleasure to keep abreast of your career via these clips. I hope you find a suitable company and have a long, happy and healthy career in dance. The combination of confident technique and beauty of execution is what ballet is all about, so there is usually no end to the striving! Thank you for the pleasure you bring this member of your audience.

[@annelisefan1825]

The character of Odile was such an improvement from last time and the technique was flawless. Well Done!