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DANCEWEAR THROUGH THE YEARS: FROM HIGH HEELS TO THE CHITON TO THE MODERN – DAY LEOTARD Do you ever wonder what dancers wore before they had a wardrobe of stretchy leotards to choose from? Some interesting facts; In the earliest … Continued
Why anatomy? Generations of teachers have successfully taught dance with no anatomical knowledge at all. However in the last 10 to 15 years or so advances in dance medicine and science has resulted in significant approaches to traditional dance training. … Continued
The two most important preparations for class are warming up and individual strengthening. The body is an instrument and must be prepared for the physical activity that the class demands of it. The Warm Up This must increase the internal … Continued
The Benesh system is an integral part of the work of most professional dance companies, both for recording new dance works and for reviving older works from the repertoire. The system is a universal language, like music a Benesh score … Continued
The science and technique of classical ballet have evolved over hundreds of years and if its principals are strictly adhered to, with understanding and careful application at each level of training, the allegro will develop naturally. This requires great patience … Continued