Ballet season is here! These 10 classical ballets are must-sees for anyone who enjoys the ballet. We consider them classical because they all have similarities in composition, costuming and style.
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I've heard lots of good things about incorporating dance into my fitness routine. Would ballet lessons be beneficial to me?
Answer: Ballet lessons are a wonderful way for both kids and adults to reap the health benefits of dance as well as learn self-discipline and body control. Here's why ballet is such a great choice.
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The hit Broadway show and award-winning film Dreamgirls is being revived...by hip-hop extraordinaire Shane Sparks. The show will premiere on Saturday, November 7th at NYC's Apollo Theater. The show's official opening will be on Sunday, November 22, 2009, running for 4 weeks only. Tickets range from $39.50 to $109.50.
Irish dancing has caught the eye of millions of people throughout the world, thanks in part to Riverdance and other shows. Besides being fun to watch, Irish dance is an excellent way to learn poise, balance and rhythm.
The new season of "So You Think You Can Dance" kicks off Monday night at 8/7c. The one-hour special will feature an introduction to the top 20 dancers. Season six officially starts Tuesday night with a two-hour performance show starting at 8 p.m.
The top 20 dancers for the season come from diverse backgrounds, which will make for an interesting season. The many dance styles include contemporary, tap, krump, jazz, hip-hop, ballroom and b-boy. What's your favorite dance style to watch on the show?
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