A brief overview of the history and founding of The Royal Ballet School, as established by Ninette de Valois during the early 20th century, as well as information on a new lecture series that examines the French, Italian, Danish and Russian Schools, and how they influenced the development of the English School method of training.
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Reduce New Pointe Student Letdown With A Pre-Shoe Primer
Find out why holding a Pre-Pointe seminar before your students are permitted to buy their pointe shoes is a great idea and what to include to present a comprehensive and rewarding introduction to this new and exhilarating phase of your students’ dancing careers.
Historical Documentaries on DVD Help To Fill A Void In Academic Dance
Two DVD titles from Dancetime Productions delve into the political, gender and social issues of their chosen era and reveal links between the dance of yesterday and today. Perhaps filling a void in dance education, these captivating educational documentaries combine historical data with practical examples.
John Jacobson Shares Tips For Staging Your Own Flashmob
Music educator, composer, philanthropist, and youtube sensation, John Jacobson has choreographed for “mobs” of dancers, including the staff and crew of the Ellen DeGeneres show. Get John’s tips on how to stage your own flashmob and learn more about his true life’s work and positive message.
The Ballet Concept That Tap Teachers Should Steal
Ballet training produces results, and Tristan thinks it’s time that tap dancers learn a little something from ballet class, consistently encouraging the 4 basics of tap technique, covered in detail within the article.
Take A Kind Step For Animals With These Cruelty Free Slippers
Enter to win a Cruelty Free Package including a pair of Cynthia King Vegan Ballet Slippers, a Cruelty Free shirt, and a DVD of the award-winning documentary “Vegucated” from Cynthia King. King gives dancers a unique and affordable way to show their love for animals in their art by providing high quality, cruelty free ballet slippers. Giveaway ends Feb 17, 2012.