Mad Monday Red Zone
Everyone is probably familiar with a “red
zone”. It is defined as “a red sector on
a gauge or dial corresponding to conditions that exceed safety limits.” Or, “a region that is dangerous or forbidden, or in which a
particular activity is prohibited.”
In ballet, there is a port de bras red zone. This is an area
that is forbidden (see definition #2 above). This red zone exists between the
torso and the correct position of the arms in first (fifth en avant). Think of holding a beach ball – the ball encompasses
the red zone.
If the arms stray into this zone, the
port de bras becomes squashed and weak looking. Scary.
From the Big
Blue Book of Ballet Secrets
Ballet Secret #6yyy:
“Remember to avoid the port de bras red zone.”
Link of the Day:
Quote of the Day:
“You are
Entering the Red Zone.
Proceed at Own Risk.
When in Doubt Run.”
― Justin Cronin, The City of Mirrors
Proceed at Own Risk.
When in Doubt Run.”
― Justin Cronin, The City of Mirrors
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