The School of Ballet Arizona offers open dance classes for adults who are looking to dance as a supplement to enrich their lives. An adult beginner ballet class is an introduction to the evolving, yet traditional, concepts of classical ballet.
The School of Ballet Arizona offers open dance classes for adults who are looking to dance as a supplement to enrich their lives. An adult beginner ballet class is an introduction to the evolving, yet traditional, concepts of classical ballet.
The dance genre known as belly dance dates back to the 19th century. What we know today as belly dance is known for its isolated movements and beautiful costumes. This type of cultural expression wasn’t always widely accepted. Understanding and appreciating this popular dance begins with understanding its history.
Every year when Valentine’s Day comes around, couples are stuck on what to do. Local restaurants cater to lovebirds with beautifully curated menus. Entertainers draw in new couples with more casual experiences. Many choose to stay in and do the usual, while others head out for a night out.
You’ve worked hard to get to where you are. Every late night. Every sore muscle. It all comes down to that precious moment when you walk into the studio for your audition.
As champions for the arts, we are overjoyed by the many live performances coming up this Spring. The ASU Symphony Orchestra and Wind Ensemble are back at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts for performances in January and April.
While there are many notable ballet dancers, these are the ones that will always be known for their contributions that transformed history.
Although there are multiple ways you can break in your pointe shoes, Fabiola Ambrosio, faculty member and Upper Division Coordinator for the School of Ballet Arizona, shows us how she does it.
There are many types of ballet turns, each having their own unique quality that stuns the audience and exhibits the dancer’s incredible athleticism. From pirouettes to fouettés, we’ve listed the most popular ballet turns that will have you spinning with enthusiasm.
From improved brain function to increased endurance, ballet can have multiple positive effects on an athlete’s career. We’ll discuss some of the unexpected benefits below.