Fun Friday
Partnership
When dancers
become accomplished enough to start taking pas de deux classes (sometimes
called “doubles work”, or simply “partnering”), a whole new world opens up.
Despite what
some people think, it is not just about the male dancer “hauling the female
around”. A pas de deux is a partnership in every sense of the word. Each dancer
has their role to play, and each dancer is
responsible for the success of the other. That’s when the magic happens.
For the male
dancer, his responsibilities include lifting and presenting his partner so she
looks her best at all times, and – most importantly – he is dependable. She has confidence because
she knows he will always be there for her.
For the
female dancer, her responsibilities include being strong and well-placed (never
leaning or wiggling around), and – most importantly – she is dependable. He knows she is going to do
the choreography as rehearsed, and will be where she needs to be when he is
preparing to lift her, etc. He has confidence in her.
Another
point: Each dancer is always kind to the
other. No snarky remarks, no nasty criticisms. Difficulties are worked
through with constructive suggestions and caring communication.
Does all of
this sound like a marriage? It is, in a sense. Without a caring commitment to
the other person, a pas de deux will end up looking more like championship
wrestling.
From the Big Blue Book of Ballet Secrets
Secret #27b:
“A pas de deux is a true partnership:
each person is responsible for the other.”
Link of the Day:
Quote of the Day:
“Before
building any relationship, think on how your partner could be the best
companion to you in achieving your life’s earnest goals”
― Rajasaraswathii, Success-Talks : For Evolution of Your Success
― Rajasaraswathii, Success-Talks : For Evolution of Your Success
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