From Ottawa to the national stage: Ballet student living the dream

The 12-year-old Ottawa native is getting a first-class view of the ballet lifestyle as a new student at Canada's National Ballet School in Toronto. (Contributed)

By Simon Bennett

Posted February 9, 2026 10:01 am.

Last Updated February 10, 2026 10:17 am.

Sebastian Henderson went through a gruelling process that started in Ottawa, and now sees him at the National Ballet School in Toronto.

While admitting it takes a similar toll on the body to any sport, the 12-year-old says being a part of the Nutcracker production was a dream come true.

Listen to the interview with Sebastian Henderson

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