Ballet Pros Question Rosalía’s En Pointe SNL Stunt, Praise the Attention
Rosalía’s Saturday Night Live performance of “Reliquia” appeared to have her standing en pointe for nearly four minutes while singing. Ballet professionals told a Spanish newspaper they suspect she used hidden support or a prop, though they welcomed the exposure for ballet. Fans also debated how she managed the feat on Reddit.
Rosalía’s SNL rendition of “Reliquia” had her seemingly balancing on pointe for almost four minutes while continuing to sing. Spanish outlet El Periódico gathered reactions from ballet figures. Leo Sorribes, who leads Ballet de Catalunya, doubted anyone could hold that position without shifting and proposed her legs were stabilized. He nonetheless said she has not claimed to be something else.
Chase Johnsey of Ballet de Barcelona imagined a seat-like support, yet welcomed the spotlight for ballet. Barcelona instructor David Campos called a trick evident but credited her skill, talent, and search for fresh concepts. On Reddit’s r/rosalia, listeners tried to solve the mechanics, with one guessing her legs were genuine but secretly supported beneath her tutu.
The moment may draw new curiosity toward ballet, benefiting teachers, companies, and dancers if viewers seek performances beyond the viral clip. It could also fuel debates about authenticity, staging, and hidden assistance in pop spectacle, affecting how audiences judge live artistry. For Rosalía, the conversation may reinforce her reputation for ambitious visuals, while ballet professionals could gain visibility even as they question the mechanics. The broader impact likely depends on whether attention turns into sustained interest rather than remaining a one-off online puzzle.