Lucy DeanJun 26, 2026 – 5.00amAbout 10 minutes into my interview with Steven McRae, principal dancer at the Royal Ballet in London, the conversation turns to drag racing.McRae, the 40-year-old dancer known for his power and grace, grew up listening to INXS, Joe Cocker and John Farnham and watching his dad compete in drag races. Years later, in separate corners of the globe, father and son still like to compare their passions.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
How pursuing perfection almost destroyed this Australian’s dream
For Steven McRae, who made the leap from western Sydney to principal dancer at London’s Royal Ballet, a snapped Achilles led to a change of perspective.
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