Martha Graham transformed dance by showing that the human body could express thought and feeling in ways words never could. Born in Allegheny, Pennsylvania, in 1894, she rejected the delicate and decorative style of ballet...
Building career pathways for young dancers For many young dancers in Australia and New Zealand, the dream of an international ballet career in Europe or North America is a driving force. But alongside that dream...
As the undisputed master of neoclassical ballet, George Balanchine transformed tradition by stripping ballet right back to its essence. Born in St. Petersburg in 1904, Balanchine moved beyond fairytales and spectacle, focusing instead on musical...
On 5 January 1931, Alvin Ailey was born – and with him, the future of American dance was forever transformed. At a time when opportunities for Black dancers and choreographers were scarce, Ailey defied the...
Ballet may be known today for its elegance, beauty, and athletic precision, but its history is filled with quirks, contradictions, and surprising twists. From dancers in heeled shoes to pointe work that began with a...
If you’re a dancer with professional ambitions, you know how intense and competitive the audition circuit can be. But what if you had the rare chance to be seen by multiple international directors — all...
There’s a unique magic in taking your child to their first ballet, whether it’s during the holiday season or any other time of year. The excitement builds as the lights dim, the curtain rises, and...
Introducing your child to ballet is like opening the door to a world of elegance, discipline, and self-expression. Whether they’re twirling in the lounge room or tiptoeing through the kitchen, ballet offers more than just...
If you’re considering enrolling your child in ballet classes, you may quickly discover that not all studios teach ballet the same way. Some mention the Vaganova method, others refer to RAD, Cecchetti, or even Balanchine...
