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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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Changement de Pieds: Everything you Need to Know
Changement de pieds means “change of feet”. This term is usually shortened to “changement”. The “changement” is a jump in the fifth position. So, the dancer changes feet in the air and lands in the fifth position with the opposite foot in the front. Keep reading this article to learn how to do it perfectly.…
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The Complete History of Romeo and Juliet Ballet Versions
Did you know that there are many versions of the ballet Romeo and Juliet? In the West, the most popular productions are those by MacMillan and Cranko. Of course, the plots are identical in all versions, but the choreography varies according to the creators’ special characteristics. However, many other choreographers have created different versions of…