THTR1126 · Theater

Ballet II

Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

This course is designed for beginners, but all levels are welcome to refine details of the ballet technique, which are essential for Ballet III and Ballet IV. The goal of the course is to work on essential ballet skills, such as proper posture and correct placement of arms, legs, and head. During barre exercises, which are dedicated to building strength and improving flexibility, students accomplish the accurate alignments of ballet positions. This training complements center practice, which is followed by traveling exercises across the floor. Training longer phrase of exercises contributes preparing students to learn choreography of ballet repertories; a solo variation and a group dance from classical ballet, such asthe Sleeping Beauty.