Soloists
Norika Matsuyama
Biography
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Social Media
@norika__m
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Born
Chiba, Japan
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Training
Yuki Miho Ballet
Palos Verdes Ballet
Lauridsen Ballet Centre
San Francisco Ballet School -
San Francisco Ballet
Joined the Company as a member of the corps de ballet in 2014
Promoted to Soloist in 2021Photo: Norika Matsuyama in Tomasson's 7 for Eight // © Erik Tomasson
Q&A
What's your favorite costume? Why?
I love the costume from Serenade. It's always breathtaking to see 17 girls in these long, blue tutus when the curtain goes up. And it's comfortable to wear!
What has been your proudest moment as a dancer? Why?
When I can give my best possible performance onstage.
What's your perfect day?
Relaxing in nature.
What are some of your favorite roles or ballets you've danced while at SF Ballet?
Olga in Onegin, The Vertiginous Thrill of Exactitude , Trio
When you have downtime from productions, what do you do to relax?
I love going on hikes during the off-season.