What You'll Learn
- Techniques for fluid port de bras and allongé lines
- How to use temps lié and tombé to travel with grace
- Methods for layering emotional expression and varying eye contact
- Using breath and music to build tension and release in your movement
About This Video
Elevate your dance practice with Broche Ballet’s 'Artistry in Center' class, a 24-minute session dedicated to the nuanced world of performance and expression. This class moves beyond the technical mechanics of the barre to focus on the soulful communication of the upper body. You will explore a calm and relaxing port de bras combination designed to help you find your own voice within the movement.
We begin by establishing a solid foundation through transitions like the tombé, chassé, and temps lié. These fundamental steps provide the ground upon which we build complex layers of artistry. As we progress, the instructor guides you through the process of layering: starting with the correct placement of the feet, then adding the fluidity of the arms, and finally, incorporating the head and gaze.
By focusing on allongé movements and deep, controlled pliés, you will learn how to make every gesture feel intentional and resonant. The instructor emphasizes the concept of building tension through slow, resisted movements that are eventually released into more dynamic, expansive steps. This contrast is what makes ballet visually captivating.
A significant portion of this class is dedicated to audience engagement and emotional storytelling. You will practice varying your eye contact—learning when to look directly at your audience and when to draw inward. This play with gaze creates a sense of drama and vulnerability, turning a simple exercise into a performance.
We also discuss the importance of body language; for example, using an arm to hide or show vulnerability, which adds depth to your port de bras. Music is our primary guide throughout the session. Instead of simply counting the steps, you are encouraged to embrace the rhythm and melody, letting the music dictate the tension and release of your movements.
Whether you are looking for stress relief or a way to refine your stage presence, this combination offers the tools to transform your technique into true artistry. Join us at Broche Ballet to discover how to breathe life into your center work.
