From Celebration Dance Company’s dictionary:
Sissonne (see-sohn) A jump from two feet to one; this jump can be done closed (fermé) or open (ouverte), forward, sideways, or backwards, and over (dessus) or under (dessous).
Below are some links that I enjoyed. I haven’t had to chance to post in the last few days so while they aren’t new, they are still of interest.
I was not not feeling too well this week, very tired and fighting a cold. But I am better today and off to the always challenging Thursday evening class. Last week I really messed up on the Sissone combination (see above) no wonder why I stay in the intro class.
Cuban Ballet Choreographer Alberto Alonso Dies at 90
Cuban ballet choreographer Alberto Alonso died on January 1 at the age of 90 at his home in Gainesville, Florida. According to his family, he died of heart failure. He has been living in Gainesville since 1993 when he received political asylum. According to the New York Times, he entered Santa Fe Community College in Gainesville as master artist and was resident choreographer for the Dance Theater of Santa Fe…………
YouTube a stage for ballet-troupe idols
YouTube clips, "American Idol"- style votes and video podcasts are helping change the face of dance, thanks to Ballet Nouveau Colorado's 21st Century Choreography Competition. The Broomfield-based company opened the contest in September and announced the finalists Friday. Each will travel to Colorado to choreograph and rehearse their pieces for a final-round performance in April, with winners netting cash and the ability to produce more works
Tiny Dancers Will Take Center Stage at San Francisco's Tutu School
SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - January 7, 2008) - In a pop culture dominated by rock-n-roll, hip-hop dance, and "High School Musical," many still believe that teetering tots and precious pre-schoolers can benefit from early exposure to classic art, including tales of Sugar Plum Fairies and Dying Swans. With this novel idea as the fundamental principle, Tutu School will open its doors on January 21, 2008 in San Francisco, California's to the young artistes of tomorrow….
A Young Ballerina Learns to Use Her Height to Artistic Advantage
Since being named a soloist in 2005 she has preserved her poise and attained a new rigor in her technique. “It took me a long time to realize that you can try too hard onstage,” she said after a company class one day last month at the New York State Theater. “Sometimes you just have to settle down. I would always have good shows when I was really tired, and I think it’s because I just did what I had to do.”
She smiled. “Experience is a big thing,” she said, “and I guess I’m starting to finally have some of that after seven years.”
Her height makes her regal authority all the more apparent. Ms. Reichlen can’t hide. She is tall: 5 foot 9 before rising on point. While such stature does leave her out of the running for certain roles, it can also be an advantage. To enhance her dancing with a touch of rubato — a kind of teasing or playing with the music — she uses her elegant limbs to slow down moments or stretch them out like taffy……….
New Social Networking Sites for Different Dance Communities
A number of new private-label social networking sites have launched recently for dancers with diverse interests. Kristin Sloan, creator of The Winger, launched The Inter Mission, which caters primarily to the ballet community.
Hair Bun - Advice from the hair stylist to the stars on achieving the ultimate updo for girls.
Hollywood Hair Guy: The Perfect Ballet Bun
Why do pilates?
Beatrice has been coming to Pilates regularly over the past few months, and she has a fun and engaging presence in class, which made me think it would be neat to get her ideas on what makes Pilates special.
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