About me

Welcome to Ballet Lovers! I want to share my journey into the world of ballet with you. My name is Azucena Jazmines, and unlike many who started ballet in childhood, I discovered this art form later in life, at the age of 35. What began as a hobby quickly became a passion reshaping my life.

Ballet captivated me in the studio and the history books, theatres, and countless stories of legendary dancers and choreographers. On Ballet Lovers, I write to make ballet accessible and enjoyable for everyone, whether you’re a dancer, an enthusiast, or simply curious about this beautiful art form. Here, you’ll find articles on ballet steps, historical insights, biographies of iconic dancers and choreographers, costumes, and synopses of famous ballets.

I hope that Ballet Lovers becomes a space where you can explore, learn, and feel inspired by the timeless elegance of ballet. So, whether you’re lacing up your pointe shoes or just enjoying the magic of ballet from the audience, I’m delighted to have you here. Let’s dive into the world of ballet together! And remember: Never it’s too late.

With famous Argentine ballet dancer Paloma Herrera
With Argentine ballet dancer Juan Pablo Ledo

Latest Posts

  • Cambre in Ballet: Technique and Tips

    Cambre in Ballet: Technique and Tips

    Cambre is a French word that means arched. So, the Cambré in ballet consists of arching the back. The Cambré can be performed forward (flexion), backward (extension), or sideways, although it is generally associated with backward movement. This article will explain how to perform each of these variations correctly. Purpose of Cambré in Ballet How…

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  • Ballet Comique de la Reine: The First True Ballet in History

    Ballet Comique de la Reine: The First True Ballet in History

    The Ballet Comique de la Reine, performed at the French court on October 15, 1581, is often considered the first authentic ballet in history. This performance was created to celebrate the wedding of Margaret of Lorraine, the queen’s sister, to the Duke of Joyeuse. It was the first attempt to combine music, dance, and poetry…

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  • Sissonne: A Complete Guide to This Ballet Jump

    Sissonne: A Complete Guide to This Ballet Jump

    Sissonne consists of a jump from both feet to one foot, except the sissonne fermée, the sissonne tombée, and the sissonne fondue, which end on two feet. On the other hand, this jump can be performed petite or grande. The petite sissonnes are the sissonne simple, the sissonne fermée, the sissonne ouverte at  45 degrees,…

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