What You'll Learn
- Execute a complete barre progression from plié to grand battement with technical precision.
- Enhance artistic expression and storytelling through character-inspired port de bras.
- Develop advanced musical phrasing using a diverse soundtrack from musicals to rock.
- Refine the technical execution of piqué sous-sus, soutenu, and enveloppé transitions.
About This Video
Celebrate the spooky season with Broche Ballet’s Avocado Halloween Barre, a 52-minute session that proves technical training can be both rigorous and festive. Led by our instructor in a whimsical avocado costume, this class is designed for dancers who want to maintain their classical foundation while exploring the limits of their artistic expression. The class follows a comprehensive barre progression, ensuring every muscle group is properly warmed and engaged.
We begin with pliés to establish grounding and turnout, followed by a series of tendus and dégagés that focus on foot articulation and speed. As we move into rond de jambe, the focus shifts to the fluidity of the hip socket, preparing the body for the more demanding fondu and développé sequences. What truly distinguishes this Halloween special is the integration of dramatic musicality and character-driven movement.
Set to an eclectic soundtrack—ranging from the whimsical melodies of Peter Pan to the haunting chords of Phantom of the Opera and the high energy of Evanescence—dancers are prompted to rethink their port de bras. You will explore unconventional arm shapes, such as skeleton dangles and cape hiding, which challenge you to maintain core stability while moving with expressive freedom. These exercises are designed to help you break out of habitual patterns and find new ways to connect with your audience through facial expressions and upper-body nuance.
Technically, the class pushes intermediate students with the inclusion of piqué sous-sus, soutenu, and enveloppé. These movements require a high degree of coordination and balance, especially when performed with the dramatic phrasing suggested by the music. By the time we reach grand battement, you will have combined traditional strength with a heightened sense of performance art.
At Broche Ballet, we believe that joy and discipline go hand-in-hand. This themed barre offers a professional-grade workout wrapped in a fun, imaginative package. Join us at the barre to refine your technique and enhance your musicality.
