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I don?t know a thing about ballet and I?m trying to select a school for my children. Where should I look? And what should I look for? - 27-01-2012
My twins are eager to start ballet lessons, but I don’t know where to start. Where should I look to find a good school for them? Are there any special points that I should pay attention to? Thanks, Richard
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I?m thinking of returning to ballet after 7 years. How should I start? - 24-01-2012
I took ballet lessons from ages 7 to 15. Life got in the way and I haven’t danced since I was 15, but I’d like to return to ballet now. I am 22 years old. Is this advisable? How do I start? Thanks, Diane
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When should my daughter start taking ballet? - 20-01-2012
My 5-year old daughter is showing interest in ballet, but my husband and I are not sure when is the best time for her to start getting ballet lessons. When should my daughter start taking ballet? Thanks, Catherine
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How do I know I got the right fit for pointe shoes? - 17-01-2012
I notice that I sometimes feel pressure when I wear my point shoes. But I was quite sure I bought ones with the right fit when I did. How do I know I got the right fit for pointe shoes? Many thanks Caroline
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Is it O.K. to buy shoes with room for growth? - 12-01-2012
My daughter has been dancing for a few months now. I’d like to save some money so I’m thinking of buying shoes with room for growth. Is it okay to do that? Cheers Marion
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Where is the correct place to tie the ribbon knot? I?ve heard different stories - 09-01-2012
I’ve observed that dancers seem to tie the ribbon knot at the same place, but I can’t be sure if it’s the right way to do it. Where is the correct place to tie the ribbon knot? Thanks Karen
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My son wants to dance. What do I do? Should a boy take pointe? - 06-01-2012
My son wants to study ballet. My husband is not keen to let him learn because of the notion that ballet is for girls. I’m willing to give it a shot, but I’m hoping to get sound advice. Should a boy take pointe? If so, at what age? Thanks Juliet
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What about ballet shoes? Which soft slippers are best? - 03-01-2012
My daughter just started learning ballet. I hear all sorts of advice about shoes, so I’m a bit confused. Which soft slippers are best? Are pointe shoes made of wood? When can I try pointe? Many thanks Jennifer
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Does weight matter? - 28-12-2011
My child is a bit heavy and not as graceful as some of her friends, but she wants to study ballet. Will ballet be helpful to her? Thanks, Lexi
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What exercises can you do to improve your extension in dance? - 26-12-2011
My 14-year old daughter has been studying ballet for about three years now. I was told by her teacher that she needs to improve her extension. What exercises can you do to improve your extension in dance? Cheers Ana
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Guangzhou Ballet Troupe: East and West get in step - 23-10-2011
The Guangzhou Ballet Troupe, one of China’s largest ballet companies, went to the West Coast for a performance on Friday, October 21st, at the Centre for the Performing Arts in Vancouver. Image Via – Guangzhou Ballet Troupe is The Guangzhou Ballet Troupe was started in 1994 by Zhang Dandan, a former dancer with the [...]
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What is the difference between classical ballet and contemporary ballet? - 21-10-2011
I have just seen my first ballet performance and I find it very interesting. I was told I watched a contemporary ballet, but it looked like the usual “classical” ballet that I’ve always imagined it to be. What is the difference between classical ballet and contemporary ballet? Thanks Richard
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The Manassas Ballet Theatre company kicks off its season with classic ?Sleepy Hollow? tale - 19-10-2011
The Manassas Ballet Theatre company will perform ?The Legend of Sleepy Hollow? at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Saturday October 22 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday October 23 at 3 p.m. Image Via – manassas ballet The production opens the company?s 2011-12 season, which also includes ?The Nutcracker,? ?Peter and the Wolf? and [...]
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What is the ideal weight for ballerinas? - 17-10-2011
I’m 5 foot 4 inches tall and I’m concerned that I’ve gained weight. Is there an ideal weight for ballerinas like me? Thanks, Jessica
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How can you become involved with the ballet world besides dancing? - 09-10-2011
I have always loved ballet and it is something I have always wanted to do but my parents could never afford to pay for lessons. Now I’m 27 and I still really love ballet. I want to get involved and experience some of what I missed out on. Problem is, I have a foot injury [...]
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?China: Art of a Nation? at Kennedy Center festival - 06-10-2011
Since its appearance in 2005, the 60-member National Ballet of China has fully embraced “modernism.” Image Via – ¿China: The Art of a Nation Someone once said that ballet and modern dance would merge when a contemporary dancer donned toe shoes and ballerinas went barefoot. Well, that did happen in an Alvin Ailey piece [...]
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Alexander Grant, Dancer With Royal Ballet, Dies at 86 ? NYTimes.com - 04-10-2011
Alexander Grant of the Royal Ballet, who is famous for many influential roles, died on September 30 at the age of 86. Image Via – Alexander Grant Alexander Grant, whose portrayal of childlike suitors, muddled husbands, English eccentrics, pirate chiefs and Shakespearean rustics made him one of British ballet?s most beloved stars, died on [...]
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Cleopatra is queen of ballet - 02-10-2011
Artistic director David Nixon OBE and composer Claude-Michel Schönberg worked together to come up with “Cleopatra,” a production that explores the life of one of the most powerful women in the world during her time. The captivating story debuted at the Theatre Royal Nottingham from 27th September to 1st October. Image Via – Cleopatra is [...]
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Paul McCartney?s ballet get unfavorable reviews from critics - 30-09-2011
Paul McCartney of the world-famous Beatles band created a 50-minute long ballet called “Ocean’s Kingdom.” Unfortunately, during the performance, the audience was there to see McCartney rather than the ballet. The ballet debut received unfavorable reviews from the media. Image Via -- Reuters Paul McCartney (L) and (Reuters) -- Paul McCartney’s ballet debut writing [...]
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When men wear tutus? - 28-09-2011
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, or simply “The Trocks,” is an American all-male drag ballet corps that has taken the world by storm over the past thirty years with their comedy drag ballet. Image Via -- When men wear tutus. Can you imagine grown men in tutus, corsets and giant pointe shoes executing [...]