What's in Kayla Mak's Dance Bag?
Kayla Mak is a standout performer in the ballet world, celebrated for her versatility and passion on stage. She trained at Westchester Dance Academy and Ballet Academy East, and as a recent Juilliard graduate, she blends classical technique with contemporary flair. Now part of the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company, Kayla approaches each day with curiosity, discipline, and a genuine love for movement. Ever wondered what fuels a Juilliard grad and ABT Studio Company member? Kayla’s bag has the answers.
Pointe shoes galore: Wearing the Suffolk Stellar, Kayla keeps several pairs ready to go, sewn and prepared in both pink and bronze.
Toe tape and band-aids: Ballet is glamorous until it isn’t. Kayla has a cosmetic bag with all the essentials; Tiger Balm, hair pins, lip balm, travel hairspray, a small smoothing brush and some Altoids.
Water bottle and snacks: Ballet gives you a hunger like nothing else. Kayla always keeps a Nature Valley Bar on hand for a quick bite between technique class and rehearsals.
Warm Ups: Kayla’s secret tools for strength and flexibility. She never travels without her trusted warm-ups to keep her muscles ready between classes and rehearsals. Leg warmers, basketball shorts, an extra leotard, and tan tights are always tucked in her dance bag.
Notebook and phone: For choreography notes, inspiration snaps, or just to survive a long studio day.
Her bag is a mix of essentials, survival gear, and a touch of personality, much like Kayla herself. Practical, polished, and ready for anything, it is essentially a backstage pass into her world.
