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Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Ballet dance types: Neoclassical ballet

Neoclassical ballet is a ballet style that uses traditional ballet but less rigid than classical ballet. The dancers dance at extreme tempos and perform more technical feats. Spacing is more modern and complex than in classical ballet. It is the classical ballet style of the 20th century exemplified by the works of George Balanchine. It also draws the technique of 19th century Russian Imperial dance, but strips it of its detailed narrative and heavy theatrical setting. Although there are more organizations, the structure is a defining characteristic of neoclassical ballet.

Check this video to view a solo Neoclassical ballet dance

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