Tag Archives: Ballet
Apr
Learn all the news about ballet and admire the beauty and grandeur of the Russian Ballet online. […]
Feb
Misty Copeland: The top ballerina recreates the famous paintings of Degas Misty Copeland, with her talent and persistent effort, managed to become the first African-American ballerina to receive the title of top dancer of the famous ballet company American Ballet Theatre. She also stood out with her participation in the campaign “I Will What I […]
Ballet and fashion have always gone hand in hand. The New York City Ballet is known for its collaborations with many famous fashion designers. Specifically, in 2012, the famous designer Valentino collaborated with the artistic director of the leading ballet company Peter Martins to design costumes for the Fall Gala. Also last year, the dancers […]
Jan
Anna Pavlova (1881-1931): One of the most famous and important Russian ballerinas with a unique technique and special charm. A milestone in her career was the creation of the work “Dying Swan” choreographed by Michel Fokine. Anna Pavlova also became the first prima ballerina to tour around the world. Read also: Anna Pavlova: The unforgettable legendary […]
Dec
Haute Couture Pointe Shoes! The elaborately crafted ballet pointe shoes are very beautiful, usually in pink. But what happens when famous fashion designers create their own pair? The American Ballet Theatre is answering this question by auctioning off a “Collector’s Edition” of ballet shoes created by leading fashion houses including: Dolce & […]
Baila Blog, Ballet, Dance
Misty Copeland: The first African-American prima ballerina of the American Ballet Theatre!
Nov
It is the first time in its 75-year history that the American Ballet Theatre has named an African-American dancer as its prima ballerina. And Misty Copeland deserves it more than anyone else… The 32-year-old has managed to overcome all obstacles with her talent - her very athletic body and the color of her skin - and become […]
Baila Blog, Ballet, Interviews
Ballet: A dance art that stands the test of time and teaches discipline!
Oct
It is very important that your little girls learn to exercise little by little and include an activity in their daily routine. Most mothers choose ballet for their children to learn to be disciplined but also to have a beautiful and well-shaped body. Interview with Margarita Nikolaou. Other parents, however, are against […]