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For the young dancers at the Youth America Grand Prix, one of the world's most prestigious ballet competitions, lifelong dreams are at stake. With hundreds competing for a handful of elite scholarships and contracts, practice and discipline are paramount, and nothing short of perfection is expected. Bess Kargman's award-winning documentary, FIRST POSITION, follows six young dancers as they prepare for a chance to enter the world of professional ballet, struggling through bloodied feet, near exhaustion and debilitating injuries all while navigating the drama of adolescence. A showcase of awe-inspiring talent, tenacity and passion, FIRST POSITION paints a thrilling and moving portrait of the most gifted young ballet stars of tomorrow.
Original Release
09/11/2011
US Release
05/04/2012
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Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Aran Bell | Self |
| Rebecca Houseknecht | Self |
| Joan Sebastian Zamora | Self |
| Miko Fogarty | Self |
| Jules Jarvis Fogarty | Self |
| Michaela DePrince | Self |
| Gaya Bommer Yemini | Self |
| Michelle Bell | Self |
| Ryan Bell | Self |
| Elaine DePrince | Self |
Directors
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Aran Bell | Self |
| Rebecca Houseknecht | Self |
| Joan Sebastian Zamora | Self |
| Miko Fogarty | Self |
| Jules Jarvis Fogarty | Self |
| Michaela DePrince | Self |
| Gaya Bommer Yemini | Self |
| Michelle Bell | Self |
| Ryan Bell | Self |
| Elaine DePrince | Self |
| Charles DePrince | Self |
| Wendy Houseknecht | Self |
| David Houseknecht | Self |
| Satoko Fogarty | Self |
| Mat Fogarty | Self |
| Nadine Bommer | Self |
| Ziv Yemini | Self |
| Claudia Hurtado | Self |
| Guido Arturo Prieto | Self |
| Denys Ganio | Self |
Producers
| Name | Role |
|---|
| Rose Caiola | Executive Producer |
| Nick Higgins | Producer |
| Bess Kargman | Producer |
| Jennilyn Merten | Producer |
Editors
Trailers
First Position (Trailer 1)
