Interview with Dancer and Model Elisabeth.

Elisabeth, a 11 year old dancer and model from Germany.

The interview with Elisabeth was held by phone in 2025, transcribed, approved by Elisabeth and her mother, and then translated from German.

Hello Elisabeth, could you please introduce yourself?

My name is Elisabeth, I’m 11 years old, and my hobbies are dancing and modeling.

What styles of dance do you practice, and have you performed on stage yet?

I dance hip-hop, modern, jazz, and tap dance. I’ve been on stage many times, and every single time I get super excited about the performances. But my dream is to compete in a championship at some point.

How long have you been modeling, and how did you get into it?

I started modeling when I was 8 years old. Someone approached me while I was dancing and asked if I wanted to take part in a casting call for a fashion show. I had so much fun doing it that I knew I wanted to keep going. I’ve been at a modeling school ever since.

What kind of fashion show was that, and what clothes did you present there?

That was the MODAVISION fashion show. There, I got to showcase a dress by designer Carolin Goldmann and several other outfits on the runway, including pieces from WÖHRL.

You’ve already walked in quite a few other fashion shows. Which ones have you been part of?

I’ve already been able to take part in MODAVISION, various fashion shows by Tatjana Genrich, and even Fashion Week in Nuremberg. Nuremberg stands out in my memory especially because I was allowed to be the first and only child on the runway there. Recently, I was also on the casting jury for the children since several kids will be walking in the show this year. And of course, I’m really looking forward to being a part of Nuremberg again this time around.

Tell us a bit about how a fashion show actually runs, so people can get an idea of what goes on behind the scenes.

The choreography — meaning exactly how we walk — is planned and prepared beforehand in the studio, but things can always change, like if the schedule shifts or if getting dressed takes a bit longer. Even though there’s always a schedule for how everything is supposed to go, and it gets explained to you beforehand, it’s still usually very hectic and chaotic backstage. Designers always decide which model gets which dress. The hair and makeup are also always predetermined. Either the stylists do it shortly beforehand, or we have to get ready at home.

At the Fashion Ball in Magdeburg, you were the opening model for one of the designers. What was it like for you to be able to walk first?

That was really, really cool!

I saw you for the first time at the Fashion Ball and invited you to a photo shoot. What did you think when I approached you?

I was super happy about the chance to gain new experiences.

You’ve been attending a modeling school for a while now. What do you learn there?

We learn poses for photo shoots and different turns for the runway to increase our chances of being noticed and photographed. We also practice posture, self-confidence, interviews, and charisma.

What do you like most about standing in front of the camera?

I like being seen, and I like the pictures that come out of it.

Would you like to share what you like doing most in your free time?

I play with my dogs, do a bit of working out at home, and love going shopping with my sister.

What kind of dogs do you have?

Two Golden Retrievers, Jade and Deleila.

And what kind of workouts do you do at home?

Strength training and acrobatics.

Favorite animal, favorite color, favorite series, favorite food?

Bunnies and dogs. Pink and baby blue. I liked watching ‘Emily in Paris’, and I don’t really have a single favorite food.

Is there anything else you’d like to say to the people reading this interview as a closing thought?

Don’t dream your life, live your dream!

Thank you Elisabeth!