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Ballet
Ballet is a graceful method of dance that originated in 16th century France. Extremely technical, ballet is characterized by strength, flexibility and beauty. The most skilled ballet dancers use pointe shoes to appear weightless. Ask questions here about ballet techniques, history and famous ballet companies.
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Ballet shoes are either slippers for practising or pointe shoes. Which, after a girl goes through pre-pointe possibly for one year, they can get pointe shoes then perform pointe! Guys do where ballet slippers but they do not go on pointe
Which ballet term means a step from one foot to another preformed at a relatively fast tempo?
Spring point, hoipe that helps
I think a step from one foot to the other is a 'pas'.
Why is ballet the foundation of all dance?
It improves strength and flexibility, which you need for any other type of dance.
What year did dancing become popular?
dancing became physically popular in 1967, and then modern dancing came about in around 1993. dancing has been arounf for over 200 years, and have changed all throughout the years.
Dancing has been around since the first caveman danced around his campfire! 1967 indeed - that's certainly not true.
What qualifications do i need to become a dancer?
Dancers need to begin training at an early age and continue to practice. They can go to a dance studio to begin learning techniques and further their education by enrolling in an undergraduate program in dance. Some dancers may choose to get a teaching certificate so that they can train other individuals in dance.
Is 17 too late to start ballet?
No, its never too late to start ballet. However, you may want to take a class on the basics, and ballet may not come as easy to you as it does to others your age who have taken it for years. With dedication, you can catch up, although you may have less of a chance to preform professionally.
Where can you buy split sole ballet shoes?
Any dance store should have them. But do not go to a grocery store to get ballet shoes, they are not the same. Any normal shoe store is a no-no also, if you want real ballet shoes you need to go to a dance store. YOu can also order them offline, I like to use discountdancesupply.com, but you have to order them so you cant try them on for that.
How long do you have to do ballet before going en pointe?
Usually around 5 years, however it depends when you started. A good teacher will only allow you to go en pointe when your feet are strong enough and have almost finished growing, around 11 or 12. If you go en pointe before then your bones are too soft and will warp. If you only started ballet this year, for example and you are around 13 or 14 you will probably be allowed to go en pointe, but you will have to be guided very carefully by your teacher.
Is 16 too old to start ballet?
I am 13 And wanting to start ballet I am going to start soon I do contemporary and I have done jazz gymnastics and musical theatre I am very flexible no you will never be a prima ballerina but you can be ok if you want to start off in the tiny tots 3-5 year olds and work your way up it depends how flexible you are and how much experience ypu have had in dance also you must be pretty and skinny your a bit late darl
Hope this helped
What are some kinds of ballet shoes?
There are two main types of ballet shoes: leather or canvas slippers (often called 'flats') and pointe shoes (with a stiffened tip).
Is 14 too late to start dancing ballet?
No, not at all. Misty Copeland started a bit late too and still made it professionally. However, you will have to work a lot harder if this is really what you want to do. Don't let anyone get you down or make you believe you can't do it. One dancer's teacher said that she wasn't good enough, but she still became a professional dancer. I recommend taking privates if you can afford them; they eliminate peer pressure and the teacher only focuses on you and you progress faster. Also even if you are really exhausted during a combination, unless you are about to faint or something, DON'T stop doing it. You will progress a lot faster.
Who is the most famous male ballerina?
Probably Vaslav Nijinsky or Mikael Baryshnikov, in my opinion.
Do ballet dancers move their ears to keep their balance?
Only the most gifted ones! Not everyone can move their ears.
How much should a ballet dancer weigh?
A ballet dancer should always be comfortable in their own skin and perform with whats natural, you should never feel embarrassed about the way you look especially if your a dancer
What is the Parallel position in ballet?
6th position, it's rarely used. Normally it's used in class to practice certain steps.
When you do your ballet perouite you always lose your balance how do you fix that?
Just stay focused and be relaxed. Don't be all worried. If you are calm and focused, you will not lose balance. Trust me. I gave that advice to my best friend, and it helped. A LOT.
What is the script for Clara in the nutcracker?
There is no script for Clara. The Nutcracker is a ballet, and a ballet's story is communicated through dance, not words.
How long does it take to become a professional dancer?
take dance classes and practice on your free time :)
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http://www.dancewearsolutions.com/ballet/tutus/Default.aspx
http://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/tutus-and-skirts/tutus/page1
http://www.tutu.com
and other dancewear stores.
