Ballet Positions
What position is used in dances other than ballet?
sixth position, which is parallel
what is a typical hairstyle for ballet?
A tight, neat bun
Should a dancers arms be perfectly straight?
No, they should be slightly bent.
Should a dancer have a flexed or pointed toe when they are doing a tendu?
A pointed toe
What is the type of shoe that allows a dancer to stand all the way up on their toes?
A pointe shoe
What number position is the one with your heels together and your toes out?
First position
What color tights do dancers typically wear?
Pink
Should dancers have Relaxed or stiff hands when they are dancing?
Relaxed hands
Should the dancers leg be turned out when doing a tendu?
Yes
What do dancers have to do when they first get pointe shoes?
Bend the shoes so that they are easier to dance in
What is the difference between fourth and fifth position?
Fourth position has your feet spaced out apart, and fifth has them together.
What color leotard do the oldest dancers wear?
Black
When a dancers arms are out straight, should it be in line, lower, or higher than the the shoulder?
In line with the shoulder.
When doing a plié, what shape do your legs make
a diamond
What are soft ballet shoes made of?
Soft leather and canvas.