What You'll Learn
- How to use facial expressions and eye movements to enhance character storytelling.
- Techniques for integrating breath and musicality into standard barre exercises.
- Mastering movements like fondu and développé with specific artistic intent.
- Strategies for building stage presence and engaging an audience through dance.
About This Video
Welcome to a uniquely theatrical experience at Broche Ballet. This 43-minute Artistry Barre session transcends traditional exercise, inviting you to embody iconic Disney Villains through the power of classical dance. While technical precision remains at the core of our practice, this class emphasizes the narrative potential inherent in every movement. We begin at the barre with a focused warm-up, transitioning into exercises specifically designed to build character and emotional depth.
You will practice the fondu—the "melting" movement—not just as a leg exercise, but as a way to evoke mystery and intrigue. As we move through tendu and développé sequences, you'll learn how to use your port de bras, facial expressions, and eye contact to engage a virtual audience. Throughout the workout, the instructor guides you through a playlist of villainous anthems from classics like The Lion King, Aladdin, and Peter Pan. You will explore how to transition smoothly from a tombé fondu into a stable balance, all while maintaining the persona of a cinematic antagonist.
This class challenges you to think beyond the physical execution of steps, focusing instead on how breath and musicality create a seamless performance. Whether you are refining your coupé or working on the height of your leg in devant positions, the goal is to develop a stage presence that feels authentic and commanding. Join us at Broche Ballet to unleash your inner villain and bring your technique to life with newfound imagination and artistry. This practice is perfect for those who want to bridge the gap between technical drills and the magic of performance.
