Breaking Barriers in Ballet: Meet the Twin Brothers Redefining What’s Possible
Music November 12, 2025
Naazir and Shaakir Muhammad are identical twin brothers who have been dancing together since they were kids in Brooklyn and now they’re first soloists on some of the biggest ballet stages in the world. They stopped by to chat with Jennifer about how they got started, what kept them motivated, and why representation in ballet is so important.
And yes… they blessed us with a beautiful performance. You have to see this!
Choreography by Silas Farley
“Symphony No. 1 ‘Four Loves’ – II. Philia” Composed by Kyle Werner
