"A Jeté of Defiance" is a collage journal entry which seeks to challenge norms and stereotypes around male ballet dancers. In this piece I have a black male dancer leaping joyfully over water as an effort to celebrates grace, strength, and defying expectations. Inspired by Alvin Ailey, it is my hope that this piece will spark dialogue on perceptions and realities of male ballet dancers, addressing race and gender intersectionality.