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Ballet Pointe Shoes, When to Wear, How to Wear

By: Teresa Knudsen

One of the most highly-skilled aspects of ballet is the use of pointe shoes, or toe shoes. Dancers must know when to begin wearing pointe shoes and how to avoid pain. more...

Dance Legends Margot Fonteyn and Rudolf Nureyev

By: Teresa Knudsen

British Ballerina Margot Fonteyn was considered past her prime when the young male dancer, Rudolf Nureyev, defected from Russia and selected Fonteyn to be his partner. more...

The Benefits of Ballet for Children

By: Jude Schweppe

Ballet is a fun, yet challenging after school activity that has many benefits for young children - some of which they will appreciate for the rest of their lives. more...

Brief Life Carlos Acosta Cuban Ballet Dancer

By: Kathleen Duffy

Carlos Acosta ranks alongside Nureyev and Baryshnikov in the world of ballet. Yet for Acosta ballet came second to football and breakdancing. What changed his mind? more...

White Hot Gala 2009 in Toronto

By: Y F Chin

After a special performance, guests will be invited for a reception of cocktails and hors d'oeuvres and perhaps, even meet their favourite dancers. more...

The National Ballet of Canada's Giselle

By: Y F Chin

A beautifully choreographed ballet with wonderful performances from the lead dancers brings a standing ovation from the audience. more...

Anna Pavlova, Prima Ballerina

By: Eleanore Whitaker

Anna Pavlova, revered Ballet icon, is known for her ethereal depiction of "The Dying Swan". Her virtuosity in this role remains unmatched. more...

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