Ballet

The dictionary definition of ballet is:

a classical dance form demanding grace and precision and employing formalized steps and gestures set in intricate, flowing patterns to create expression through movement.

You need to do this so they are easier to dance in and so they mold to your feet. If they are too worn down get new ones.

A la seconde means "has the second".

gumboot dancing started in the 1880.....answer by Kelly Botha:)

The difference between classical ballet and romantic ballet is that romantic ballet was created in the 19th century, whereas Classical ballet was created in the 17th century. In the 18th century, women played secondary roles as dancers. They wore corsets, wigs, high heels, and hoops. Also, the difference was the music and the way they danced. In classical there were less men than in romantic ballet.

Romantic= Interests in men, nature, higher powers, past, and other places. Free expressive and emotional.

Classical= All the opposite of romantic

After the half break you take six steps starting with your right foot, then you step to the right side and courtsey.

i was looking for one as well but after ages of searching Google i had nothing .i don't think there are any but if its really your dream then don't give up and keep looking.

Ballerinas do not necessarily have curved feet. It all depends on the dancer's tendu (i.e foot being pointed). Some dancers have naturally strong and flexible toes and feet, while others have to work to improve their arches in the feet.

If you wanted to go on to Pointe, you would have to have extremely strong feet and a good arch. If you want, try this: Point your toes and then you will see that everyone has curved feet, it's just that ballerinas have more developed feet. :)

I hope that helps answer your question!

- Dottini :P (The Ballet Girl)

yes, in the end.

yeah... ballet needs more guys

It isn't rude because the people who point at your shoes are rather jealous of your shoes or don't want to point at your face like if they say NOW TELL ME WHERE DID SHE GO! And they point at your feet its just plain weird sometimes!

The principle characters in the Giselle ballet are as follows:

Giselle: our heroine, a peasant girl betrayed by love

Albrecht/Loys: The count who disguises himself

Hilarion: A local gameskeeper who is in love with Giselle

Bathilde: The princess engaged to Albrecht

The "Wilis": The spirits of virgins who have died of unrequited love

Myrtha: Queen of the Wilis

It is simply and chasse that turns.

Yep, I have a tape of Dance and the Railroad. Took it off A&E back in the 80's

Maria Tallchief's father's name was Alexander Joseph Tall Chief. When Maria's ballet career began to pick up, she chose to combine "Tall Chief" into "Tallchief" as it would be accepted better by European audiences who were skeptical of her Native American origins.

Go to Miami, Dance on the beach, and see who notices you, hopefully the lifeguard!

Aaron Copeland.

Sergey Diaghilev

Yes, you can start ballet at any age. However, you may want to, if you have not already, learn the positions of the arms and feet as well as perhaps some basic movements such as plies. This should give you a strong base. Look on the internet or books such as The Young Dancer: A Young Enthusiast's Guide to Ballet.

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Yes

To some people they are - for example a tutu might be a bit itchy because of the tulle.

Leotards and tights, however, (providing they are the right size) are made of comfortable stretchy materials.

Either way, once you get used to wearing ballet gear, it may very well begin to feel like a second skin.

Split sole ballet slippers are just ballet slippers that have a sole in the bottom of the shoe that is spit or not connected. Other ballet slippers just have a strip that goes all the way across the bottom of your foot.

I have extremely low arches. I try to do the following exercises everday:

Start off with the easy ones.

I do tendu exercises, degage exercises, and rond de jambe exercise at the barre just to warm up. You can also just to feet exercises, like rolling your ankles, etc. Next, face the barre or anything resembling a barre. Plie in first position. Roll up into forced arch. As you stretch your knees to releve, you want to focus on keeping your heels in the same place as they were in forced arch. Reverse this by starting off in releve, going into forced arch, plie, and stretch. Repeat 5 to 10 times.

Next I lightly stretch my feet.

One foot at a time, you take one hand and place it on the bottom of your heel. You take the other hand and place it on the top of your toes. You lightly push your toes down, while pushing your heel up. Hold this for 15 seconds and repeat 10 times each foot.

Then form the arch.

If your feet are weak, do this exercise sitting. If your feet are strong, do this exercise standing. The exercise is called doming. Place your feet on the floor, whether you're sitting or standing. Lift your ankle bones and try to form a higher arch. Hold this for 10 seconds and repeat 15 to 20 times.

After, USE THERA BANDS.

Not only are thera bands for strengthening, but they will make your arch more flexible. Do exercises, such as simply pointing and flexing your foot with the Thera Band wrapped around your metatarsals.

Not only do you want to stretch, but you want to strengthen.

Simply place pencils or marbles on the floor. Pick up the items using just your toes. Repeat 20 times each foot.

In between these exercises, roll a tennis ball under your foot.

NEVER place your toes under a couch and stretch your knees. This is extremely dangerous and could be harmful. If you feel you need more than just these exercises, there are certain foot stretching products. I purchased the Ballet Foot Stretch and highly recommend it. It is expensive, but worth it. Because of the price, you should be serious about ballet when purchasing this product. It is specifically made for ballerinas and is safe because you control the stretch. Here's a link to learn more: footstretch.com. If you decide to purchase this product, make sure to use it once your warm and after the exercises listed above. I warn you to not expect this product for a month after ordering. I started to get worried, so I made an international call to Spain, where it is made. They explained that each device is hand made to your foot size and may not be shipped for a month.

Remember your feet are only one part of your body. Do not focus on them in class or you may start to forget and lose technique in the rest of your body. Just remember to point, do not sickle, and wing when necessary. Your foot's arch will develop with age, as well. Continue to do these exercises, but be aware of your body and not just feet in class. In the end, companies will accept you for your technique and not for your arch!

Kathryn dunham