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A fascinating insight into the world of a pointe shoe maker…
The shoes worn by the world’s leading ballerinas are made in Hackney by Freed of London the pre-eminent shoemaker to the theatrical profession, producing more than one hundred and fifty thousand pairs a year to supply companies scattered around the globe.
[read more]a typical day
Wondering what a typical day at the English National Ballet School is like? Have a look at this great video that takes us behind the scenes of one of the Prix de Lausanne’s partner schools. See also an interview with Artistic Director Tamara Rojo
[read more]How It’s Done: Spirit Of A Gypsy
Esmeralda’s tambourine variation calls for more than splashy tricks. A vital part of dancing repertoire solos is to research the role and bring the essence of the characterisation into your dancing!
[read more]Tu TuMUCH
This could be just what your dancer child wants for Christmas? 9 Girls - 4 Weeks - 1 Dream. A behind-the-scenes story of what it takes to become a dancer. A documentary film that follows nine young ballet dancers as they compete for highly coveted spots at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School
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