The Rite Of Spring Analysis And Meaning

rite of spring

Let’s look at the Rite of Spring analysis and meaning. It caused such a raucous at the beginning of the twentieth century when it was first performed, so let’s look at it again as it was performed again later in the century. The Rite of Spring was a one act ballet choreography by Kenneth MacMillan. … Read more

Dance Studio Management and How To Teach Dancing

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If you want to know more about Dance Studio Management, how to open a dance studio, how to teach dancing, and how to own the best dance studio in town, then you need to get yourself a copy of So You Think You Can Teach Dancing. This book is an ebook written by Diane Sheehan, … Read more

Some Common Foot Problems As We Age

foot problems as we age

Most dancers know that their feet are very important and because they have to last a lifetime, we need to look after them as best we can. Here are some of the more common foot problems as we age and what we can do about these niggles if anything at all. This article contains affiliate links, which … Read more

How To Teach Parent And Me Classes In Your Dance Studio

how to Teach Parent And Me Classes

Let’s explore the topic ‘how to teach parent and me classes.’ A good and quality parent and me dance program will help you to attract new students into your studio. You can target the 2 and 3 year olds for this and the classes are a lot of fun to teach. Here is why you … Read more

MacMillan’s The Invitation

the invitation ballet

The Invitation Ballet was choreographed by Kenneth MacMillan and was first performed by the Royal Ballet Touring Section at the New Theatre in Oxford on the 10th of November 1960. The original cast were Lynn Seymour as the girl, Christopher Gable as her cousin, Anne Heaton and Desmond Doyle as the husband and wife. They … Read more

Ballerina Comforter Sets – Ballerina Bedding

ballerina comforter sets

If you have a ballet lover in the house or you yourself are one, then you are going to adore these ballerina comforter sets and ballerina quilt sets. You can purchase them online at great prices, and you will find something here without even having to climb in the car. Every little girl’s dream is … Read more

Dance Revolution Or Dance Boom – You Decide

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A dance revolution or dance boom is a time in history when dancing gets a sudden boost. This could happen when a dance movie comes out, or someone famous promotes dance or even a TV Series such as ‘Dance Moms’ or ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ can bring about a sudden boom in the interest … Read more

How To Appreciate Danses Concertantes Ballet

Let’s look at how to appreciate Danses Concertantes Ballet. This is a one act ballet and it was choreographed by the Scottish Kenneth MacMillan. This was his first commission. The music is Stravinsky and the Decor was originally done by Nicholas Geogiadis. Danses Concertantes Ballet was first performed by the Sadler’s Wells Theatre Ballet at … Read more

How To Teach Dancing With Positive Reinforcement

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If you are a dance instructor, you may want to focus on how to teach dancing by not giving negative corrections or corrections the children don’t understand. Using positive reinforcement is a great way to correct your pupils and also make sure your pupils grow in their dancing and understand what they need to work … Read more

Center In Ballet – What And Why

center in ballet

What Is Center In Ballet? Center in ballet is the reward for all your hard and disciplined work at the barre. It is not that center work in ballet requires less effort, but it is far more exhilarating for the dancer, as this is when she feels she is really and truly dancing. Center work … Read more