Inside Swan Lake   Welcome to the enchanting realm of “Swan Lake,” where tutus twirl, swans soar, and drama unfolds in the most spectacular fashion! Join me on a whirlwind tour through the three acts of this iconic ballet, where tragedy meets triumph and love conquers all.   Act 1...

Exploring timeless Elegance: The History of Giselle   Hi beauties,   Today we are going to delve into the fascinating history of this iconic ballet and discover why it continues to enchant audiences around the world.   As one of the most cherished works in the classical ballet repertoire, Giselle...

Exploring the Romance in Ballet’s Timeless Classics   Hi Beauties,   Valentine’s Day is all about love and what better way to celebrate the essence of romance than through the enchanting world of ballet. Ballet Beautiful invites you to embark on a journey of love through three iconic ballets- Swan...

Hi Ballet Beauties!   Today, let’s dive into the dazzling world of ballet through the lens of three of our favorite dance documentaries- “Pina”, “Restless Creature”, and “Ballerina.”   Pina: Wim Wenders’ “Pina” is a breathtaking tribute to the legendary choreographer Pina Bausch. Through stunning cinematography, the film captures the...

Hi Beauties,   The Spring season is fresh and alive! It brings with it new energy that drives blossoming inspiration for the rest of the year. We’re pulling whimsical and romantic inspiration for our studio and beyond with these classic Spring Ballets and must-read books of the season!   What...

Hi Beauties,   Stroll through the streets of Paris with us, French Revolution era, while we explore the history of the 1933 Vasily Vaynonen ballet. The Bolshoi Ballet originally debuted the piece but it was revived by choreographer, Alexei Ratmansky, in 2008. The ballet features songs of the French Revolution...

Dance into the joyful and energetic history of Flower Festival in Genzano, a ballet choreographed by August Bournonville in 1858 for Denmark’s Royal Ballet. The ballet was danced by Denmark’s Royal Ballet until 1929 and from there much of the history is lost including knowledge of the original cast members....

Hi Beauties,   Dance in the moonlight to Chopin’s orchestrated music with a short 1-act choreography sequence from the ballet, Les Sylphides. This abstract ballet premiered in Paris in 1909, choreographed by Michael Fokine and centered on mood and dance alone. The original cast included ballet stars of the time,...

Hi Beauties, Step back in time with us as we follow the journey to love of a young gypsy named Paquita. To celebrate her journey, Ballet Beautiful Master Trainer, Yuki, is hosting 2 Paquita-inspired Choreography Workshops this April! Kidnapped as an infant when her noble parents were murdered, Paquita grew...

Hi Beauties, It’s finally here! The Complete Ballet Beautiful Ballet Glossary! Step inside to learn classic ballet terms and movements with Mary Helen. Plié: A bend of the knees. A full bending of the knees is a grand plié and a demi-plié is a half bending of the knees. The...

Hi Beauties,   This month we’re falling in love with the whimsical and comedic ballet, Coppélia. It has inspired dancers and theater lovers of all ages since 1870. This light-hearted story is joyfully told through classical ballet and folk dance to Léo Delibes’ orchestrated score.   Coppélia (sometimes referred to...

Hi Beauties,   This month, we’re celebrating the Swan Queen and the beauty of Swan Lake. If there is a singular work of ballet that is most well-known and loved around the world, it is without a doubt Swan Lake. The tale is one of forbidden love, with a musical...