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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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Is easy it to learn how to do the splits?

no...it takes your body about a minute for your legs to really get used to it. if you do the right and left and middle splits all for 1:30, you should be able 2 do it within a week or so!

What is the dance style in swansong?

It is mainly contemporary with some tap and ballet, and inputs from some social dances such as the tango.

What is the price for the framed art Attitude ballet interpretation by Sophie?

I have three prints by Sophie and the lady who works where I bought them said they were appraised at fifty dollars.

Why was ballet started?

its just like any other
sport why did they start!! its a form of art...

What is the shank on a pointe shoe?

A shank in a pointe shoe is basically the backbone of the shoe. The puropse for a shank is to support the arch of your foot while on pointe.

Who composed Matthew Bourne's nutcracker?

Matthew Bourne used the original score by Tchaikovsky - he says that it is the music that draws him to make the works he does.

Would you wear pointe shoes if you were in pre-pointe?

No. Pre-Pointe is a class that helps to strengthen and ready your feet for pointe shoes. In my class, we would do a series of relevés and plies at the bar. Then we would move center and go around the room doing different stations (heel rocks, one leg relevés, relevés, bourées, inverted walks, abs, etc. Then at the end we would come together and do sotés. It was so much fun and I'm glad I took it as a summer class because now I get to start pointe this year! You will be happy you took it too.

Similarities between African dance and Ballet?

Ballet dance and African dance are both performance dances.

How many years can you be in ballet?

It really depends, as long as one can enjoy it and not have too many injuries that can affect dancing. An average dancers' career is probably under 20 years. There are not many full time professional ballet dancers over say 35. {e.g. If a dancer started professionally dancing at 18, then one would expect that dancer to be retired by 30+.

What is the point of throwing shoes over a power line?

It's either an old tradition for kids as pranks or to get rid of their old sneakers. Also in the inner cities it could represent gang turf or even that drugs are sold here. I've even heard that it represents a murder in the area.

There are all different types of traditions that could occur. But those are the most common that I know of.

Which is the top rated ballet barre certification program?

Booty-Barre based out of California is the most recognized and well-rounder certification program in that field.

I have got 2 UTD dance exams tomorrow and i seriounsly need help they're grades 3 and 4 btw 3's all right but 4 I'm dreading please any tips?

Since your exam is tomorrow and you have presumably been studying dance for years, your dancing ability will change little between tonight and tomorrow. The best advice is to enjoy a relaxing meal with friends the night before the exams, or the morning of the exam if the exam is in the afternoon.

What are the main bones used in ballet?

Ballet uses SO MANY bones in your body. Probably the bones in the legs, feet, arms, back, neck, and hips. Your pelvis and spine need to be in line constantly, so that might be your answer.

What does Madison barr mean?

it means a great person and friend that is loving and gourgess

What does ballet symbolize?

ballet can symbolize gracefulness or the music and the art of dancing

Do more girls dance ballet than boys?

Well...most people assume more girls do ballet than guys (Unless you're a guy and go to an all guy ballet studio) but really, there's an almost even number.

Who was the founder of ballet?

Dame Ninette de Valois, founder of The Royal Ballet

How many pairs of pointe shoes are worn out by the ballerinas during each performance of the nutcracker?

It all depends on who the dancer is, how strong their feet are, what shoes they wear, and what parts they have in the show. I know personally I went throught 2 pairs a show but most people I know usually use one per show, It just depends on if you wear a softer shoe like Mirellas or Capezios or a harder shoe like Russian Pointes or Suffolks. Every dancers feet are different.

How do you make a ballet bun without pins?

Ingredients for a perfect ballet bun without pins: Hair gel Hairspray Many rubberbands (no scrunchies or uncovered rubber bands) Bun cover Comb So this is how you do this. First spray hair with hairspray. Then comb hair. Then tie a ponytail with two rubberbands. Again spray hair with hairspray. Then wrap ponytail around itself and tie it with a rubberband. Keep tying until there are few or no wisps. Spray hair with hairspray. If there are any wisps (bangs, bun wisps, etc.) put them back with hair gel. Lastly, put the bun cover over the bun.