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By Karson Orrick
Ballet: Physical and Social Effects
History
• Invented in the early 15th century• Peeked during the Italian
Renaissance• Blossomed in Russia and Europe
Types
•Formal•Pointe
Equipment
•Gel toe pads•Shoes•Leotard•Bar
Positions
First Second Third
Forth Fifth
Positions
TechniquesTechniques
”Ballet technique is arbitrary and very difficult. It never becomes easy... it becomes possible.”
- Agnes de Mille
Techniques
”Ballet technique is arbitrary and very difficult.It never becomes easy... it becomes possible.”
- Agnes de Mille
Common Misconceptions
•Does not require strength•Flexibility
Physical AdvantagesPhysical Advantages
•Core strength•Body control•Gracefulness
Physical Disadvantages
•Required/pressured to maintain a lean, fit physique•Low self-esteem
Social AdvantagesSocial Advantages
Social Disadvantages“Letting go of perfectionism,so ingrained in the nature of a ballet dancer,can be the most difficult thing.”
- Author Unknown
Social Disadvantages
Works Cited
Slide 2 image retrieved from Microsoft PowerPoint Clip ArtSlide 3 image received from Microsoft PowerPoint Clip ArtSlide 4 image received from Microsoft PowerPoint Clip ArtSlide 5 image received from http://burnabysouthdance.blogspot.com/Slide 6 image received from Microsoft PowerPoint Clip ArtSlide 7 image received from Microsoft PowerPoint Clip Art Slide 8 image received from http://burnabysouthdance.blogspot.com/Slide 9 image received from Microsoft PowerPoint Clip Art Slide 11 image received from “The Developing Child” by Helen BeeSlide 11 image received from Microsoft PowerPoint Clip Art
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