James Garrington
Artist
Joined Scottish Ballet: 2022
Training: English National Ballet School
My favourite place in Scotland is Glasgow as it is such an interesting city to live in and has such great access to the arts, especially the live music.
What’s your favourite place in Scotland?
My favourite place in Scotland is Glasgow as it is such an interesting city to live in and has such great access to the arts, especially the live music.
What’s your favourite ballet to watch?
My favourite ballet to watch is Macmillan’s Romeo and Juliet as I love the pas de deux and how the ballet portrays such a wide variety of emotions.
What does ‘home’ mean to you?
To me, ‘home’ is a place that I feel like I belong, surrounded by those who support me.
What career moment are you most proud of?
The career moment I am most proud of is being given the opportunity to dance with Scottish Ballet and having the opportunity to dance in a short film made for EIF, choreographed by Nicholas Shoesmith.
What’s the best thing about going on tour with the company?
To me, the best part about touring with the company is seeing different cities and theatres, as it is always interesting to explore these different places.
What makes you smile?
What makes me smile is seeing my family and pets every time I go back home.
What’s your favourite movie?
My favourite film is Star Wars: A New Hope. I have watched it countless times as my dad and godfather are also massive fans.
Repertoire Highlights: Edinburgh is a Story choreography by Nicholas Shoesmith for the Edinburgh International Festival, Coppélia, The Snow Queen.