Pointe work in ballet is not only beautiful and full of tradition, but it also serves several purposes. #1. Artistic expression Pointe allows dancers to achieve a heightened aesthetic quality, creating the illusion of weightlessness and elegance. #2. Technical development Pointe work develops strength, balance and control, pushing dancers to refine their technique. #3. Performance […]

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Few things in the ballet world are as magical as pointe shoes. From the excitement of getting your first pair, to the thrill of performing in them, to the pristine beauty of each new pair, and the myriad tricks each dancer uses to make their shoes work best, pointe shoes embody wonder.  For each second […]

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Most young ballerinas dream of someday going en pointe. Pointe shoes are beautiful – new and shiny – and pointe dancers look otherworldly – graceful and ethereal. But some young dancers may be scared or nervous about going en pointe because of myths and misconceptions about pointe work. Here, we clarify 10 lies about pointe […]

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You waited all this time, took the required amount of classes, worked extra hard on your ballet technique and were finally approved by your teacher for pointe. How exciting! You may have visions of your favourite prima ballerina wearing her beautiful, satiny pointe shoes and were hoping for the same elegance and beauty. But then…ouch. […]

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