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Francesca Hayward is a British professional ballet dancer currently principal with the San Francisco Ballet, recognized for her elegant technique and performances in classical repertoire like *Swan Lake* and *The Nutcracker*.
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Does Francesca Hayward dance with San Francisco Ballet?
No, Hayward is a principal of The Royal Ballet at Covent Garden in London. She joined the company in the 2010/11 season and was promoted to principal in 2016.
Which story ballets are central to Francesca Hayward's repertory?
Her roles include Juliet in Romeo and Juliet, Giselle, Manon and the title role in Cinderella. She has also danced Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy in The Nutcracker.
Did Francesca Hayward appear in the film Cats?
Yes, she played the white cat Victoria in the 2019 film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Cats. The role combined screen acting with her extensive dance training.
Where did Francesca Hayward train?
She studied at The Royal Ballet School from 2003 to 2011 after early lessons with Valerie LeServe in Sussex. As a student, she won the 2010 Young British Dancer of the Year competition.
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