George Balanchine
What style of dance did George Balanchine teach?
Ballet!!!
True or False.
We should always arrive late to rehearsal.
False! Be on time!
I am located in the middle of the stage.
Center Stage
Pizza shape with my feet! What position am I?
1st position Feet
Grand=?
Big
When was George Balanchine born?
January 22, 1904
How should a dancer come dressed to rehearsal?
Properly dressed
Upstage
I am the opposite of 1st position arms. What am I?
5th position arms
Demi=?
Small
New York City Ballet
As a performer, what kind of mindset should you always have?
Positive attitude/mindset
I am located in the front of the stage.
Downstage
My position requires the arch of the foot to be hidden. What position am I?
3rd position feet
Must always hit coupe position. What move am I?
Ballet Walk
What is George Balanchine's famous works?
The Nutcracker!
What fosters positive and supportive learning?
Respect!
From an audience perspective which side is the right side?
Their left
Heels are aligned. What position am I?
4th position feet
I am a three step move.
Pas de Bourree
What is George Balanchine's style of ballet called?
Neoclassical Movement
True or False.
Using a phone or talking during a performance is respectful.
Falseeeeee!!!
From a dancers perspective which side is their left side
Their left
Heel and toes touch. What position am I?
5th position feet
What are three things we must focus on while doing a pirouette?
1. Good posture (straight spine)
2. Spot while turning
3. Connect the passe