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More Intermediate Barre Exercises for Ballet
Most ballet classes will begin with exercises at the barre. The following is an example of four ending exercises for barre work in an intermediate-level class. more...
Intermediate Level Barre Exercises for Ballet
Most ballet classes will begin with exercises at the barre. The following is an example of the first four exercises for barre work in an intermediate-level class. more...
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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, 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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