by Sophie Robertson For Dance Spirit | Mar 3, 2020 | Technique, Training
As a teacher and choreographer, George Balanchine—founder of the School of American Ballet and New York City Ballet—finessed even the smallest details. And in his technique, extra-special attention is paid to the carriage of the head, which is both unique...
by Lauren Warnecke | Jul 16, 2018 | Career, Company Life, Director's Notes
“You’ll find people say that we’re very demanding, but we’re not mean,” says Daniel Duell, co-founder of the Ballet Chicago Studio Company, a rigorous, Balanchine-based pre-professional training program located in the heart of downtown...
by Amy Brandt | May 30, 2018 | Ask Amy, Technique, Training
Is it necessary to have significant experience in Balanchine technique to dance in any or most ballet companies in the U.S.? —Madeline It depends. If you’re interested in dancing with New York City Ballet, the company co-founded by Balanchine himself,...