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Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Wednesday Statute




Wednesday Statute
Classroom etiquette is an important part of every young dancer’s education.  This includes many things behaviorally that should be practiced outside of the classroom as well.  But it also includes a spatial awareness of things that make the classroom a safe place to dance.  I will be discussing both types of “etiquette” items in future blogs.
Today we are discussing Statute #17, which states:  “When standing at the barre, always leave enough space (front, back and side) to allow for unencumbered movement.”  In other words, make sure you aren’t going to kick anyone, anywhere, with a grand battement!
Most of the time, dancers are careful about leaving enough space in front, but forget to be aware of what is, or isn’t behind them.  This awareness also helps with corps de ballet work, when having eyes in the back of one’s head provides a definite advantage.

From the Beige Book of Ballet Statutes:

Statute #17 
“When standing at the barre, always leave enough space (front, back and side) to allow for unencumbered movement.” 

 

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