Thank you for the question, Solveig. Breaking in pointe shoes… oooh every dancer that you meet, will do it differently. Pointe shoes are as individual as your own feet. It will take some trial and error but it will be an interesting journey and before you know it, you will have developed some of your …
Thank you for the question, @andreeaunicorn Favorite Steps! -TURNS: I really enjoy that floating sensation. Turns for me are almost like my rest step. I look forward to them in my variations. I enjoy all turns but fast pike turns that really travel across the stage are definitely, one of my favorites! -BIG JUMPS: When …
Thank you so much for the question, @sidsefog What an unnerving time we are all currently living in around the world. I hope you and your families are safe and healthy. Truly. To help me stay in shape, as close to ballerina shape as I can, I currently do these 5 things: 1- Run. I …
Thank you so much for the question, Amy Z. This is a great question because it is a little tricky and there are many different opinions. 😉 When working at the barre your heels shouldn’t be lifting off the ground but you should be imaging that they are in order to create the feeling that …
Thank you for the question, Ingrid & Hanne Kuhlman In August Bournonville’s ballet, Napoli, there is one character that can be a little tricky to figure out. The ballet opens up with a scene of the streets of Napoli. A charming, busy, dirty city on the sea in Italy. You meet the two main characters, …
Thank you for the question, Hanne Kuhlmann Yes! Fabulous that you would like to learn more about the ballet world. In order to not over load you with ideas and suggestions, as there really is a huge supply of materials out there that can take you in all sorts of fascinating directions. I’ve compiled two …
Thank you for the question, andersen_annette Oooh that’s a big question! So many roles have touched me. The lead ballerina in, Etudes, is very dear to me because it was my first Principal Part as a professional dancer. I’ve been very fortunate to be able to revisit the ballet every few years. I feel that …
Thank you for the question, Misslilydoesballet As many ballerinas have said before me and will say after me… “It has taken me years to customize my shoes.” And it’s true! It has taken me years! Luckily, I am currently very happy with them. 🙂 My Shoes are Freeds. (Always and Forever) I wear maker, V. …
Thank you for the question, @liv.book Do you know the song, My Way, by Frank Sinatra? (such a good song) 🙂 It is a fantastic reminder that everyone has their own path in life. Their fate will be lived out their way. Twists, curve-balls, and unexpected challenges will occur to everyone at some point during …
Thank you for the question, @sylle_ Gosh, how do you deal with injuries!? Whether an injury requires you to take off ballet for a few days or take off for several months…years, it is never fun. It always feels like it is the worst timing. None of us want to miss out. None of us …