“He reminds me that it's ok. Have a rest. Recover. And then when you can push, you can push” In today’s episode of More than Art, join Akane Takada for a session with our Ballet Rehab Coach, Brian Maloney. Within our Ballet Healthcare Suite Brian offers a space for dancers to focus on specific aspects of their performance, whether that’s mental or physical preparation for a role. Sometimes, that might be spending half an hour on just one step. Part of Akane's preparation is focused on performing

🎭 Montserrat Caballé – Gianni Schicchi Opera is often associated with power, drama, and overwhelming sound. But sometimes, its greatest strength lies in restraint. In O mio babbino caro, Giacomo Puccini gives us one of the most intimate moments in all opera — a simple plea, whispered through melody rather than shouted through force. In this performance, Montserrat Caballé turns simplicity into something transcendent. Her voice doesn’t push. It doesn’t beg. It floats. Each phrase is placed with