Ballet for Beginners
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Types of Tutus, Explained: Romantic, Pancake, Platter, Bell, and Balanchine’s Powder Puff
What are the different types of tutus? A clear guide to the Romantic tutu and the four classical styles, plus how many layers and hours go into one.
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The 5 Ballet Positions, Explained: Feet, Arms, and Why Turnout Starts at the Hips
What are the five ballet positions? A clear guide to first through fifth for the feet, how the arms differ by school, and how to turn out safely.
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How Many Pointe Shoes Does a Ballerina Go Through? About 80 Pairs a Season
How many pointe shoes does a ballerina use? Real numbers from ballet companies: about 80 pairs a season, $100+ a pair, and why one pair can die in a night.