English National Ballet’s Sangeun Lee visits the Freed of London factory to reveal the exquisite artisan craftsmanship behind the iconic pointe shoe.
The Making of a Pointe Shoe
Shorts

In ballet, even the quietest moments are beautiful. This ASMR-style short follows dancer Amber Hunt as she meditatively prepares her pointe shoes with practiced precision. Relax to the sounds of threading ribbons, the quiet snip of scissors, and the satisfying crack of the shoe as she softens the box. This is the ultimate look at the hidden art of shoe preparation.