Charlize Theron had a thrilling revelation for her fans on Monday, breaking her recent social media silence with some exciting career news. The Hollywood star took to Instagram to explain her absence, sharing that she had a “good excuse” for being MIA.
In a heartfelt post accompanied by promotional photos, Charlize announced, “I’ve been a bit MIA lately, but I have a good excuse I swear.” She then revealed the big news: “It’s because… I started a dance studio!”
Charlize elaborated on her new venture, explaining, “Alongside my co-creators and incomparable icons Latrina Bolger-Washington & Tyrell Washington, we created The Six Compound!” She described the studio as “a place with a fresh perspective to the evolution and future of dance AND performance. A place where dancers/performers can express themselves in an inclusive and innovative space alongside the best teachers and choreographers in the business right now.”
The actress, who has a background in dance, expressed her excitement about the studio’s first intensives, scheduled for July 11 and 12 in Burbank. “For dancers ages 8-18, this will be an epic two days of training, insight into the entertainment world, and Q&As with top leading professionals,” she shared. She encouraged interested parties to email [email protected] to secure a spot and follow @thesixcompound for more updates.
Fans were quick to flood her post with congratulatory messages, expressing their surprise and excitement over her new project. Given Charlize’s background, the career move isn’t entirely unexpected. “I was a ballerina from the time I was four years old and I thought that’s what I’d always do,” she told Notebook magazine. “I left South Africa at 16 and studied abroad, supporting myself by modeling.”
Charlize’s dreams of becoming a prima ballerina were cut short by a knee injury while she was enrolled at the renowned Joffrey Ballet School in New York City. “I soon realized that my career was over and my knees had said goodbye to me, and I’d never thought of a plan B,” she recalled.
Thankfully, her mother, Gerda, recognized another talent in her daughter. “She flew out to see me in December. It was freezing, and I was living in a basement with no windows eating Häagen-Dazs. I said to her, ‘I don’t know what to do.’ She said, ‘You were never the best ballerina. Technically there were a lot of other girls way better than you, but when you were the dying swan, you were the [expletive] dying swan—that’s your strong point.'”
Charlize’s mother encouraged her to pursue acting, a decision that would change her life. “She then said, ‘You know, I hear they make those movies in Los Angeles, you should go. You don’t want to be 80 and on your deathbed and wonder what could have been.’ And boy, was she right. So I owe her a lot.”
Charlize’s journey from aspiring ballerina to Hollywood star is a testament to her resilience and adaptability. Her new dance studio, The Six Compound, is a reflection of her passion for dance and her desire to create a space where performers can thrive.
Charlize’s announcement has not only thrilled her fans but also highlighted her commitment to nurturing young talent. The Six Compound promises to be a hub of creativity and innovation, offering dancers a unique opportunity to learn from the best in the industry.
As Charlize embarks on this new chapter, her fans eagerly await the impact The Six Compound will have on the dance community. With her experience and dedication, there’s no doubt that the studio will become a beacon of excellence in the world of dance and performance.
Source: Instagram, Notebook Magazine
