What You'll Learn
- How to use intentional eye contact to build a magnetic connection with the audience.
- Techniques for coordinating head placement with piqué and enveloppé movements.
- The nuances of Raymonda style adagio, including fluid port de bras and delayed wrist flicks.
- Methods for scanning the stage during transitions to maintain a professional presence.
- Exercises to develop performance confidence by internalizing patterns without visual cues.
About This Video
Welcome to Broche Ballet’s Artistry Barre, a comprehensive 41-minute class dedicated to transforming your technique into a captivating performance. While many classes focus solely on the mechanics of movement, this session dives deep into the nuances of stage presence, specifically exploring how intentional eye contact and head placement can engage an audience. Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply want to feel more like a dancer in your daily practice, these exercises will elevate your artistic expression beyond basic athleticism.
The class begins with a classical barre progression, including demi-plié and tendu, but with a unique focus on projection. We emphasize the distinction between an internal, technical focus and an outward projection. You will learn to use your gaze as a stylistic tool, scanning the room during transitions and port de bras to create a magnetic connection that spans from side to side. As we move into movements like pas de cheval, piqué, and enveloppé, the instructor demonstrates how coordinating the tilt of the head with the action of the feet draws the audience's attention to the precision of your footwork.
One of the highlights of this session is the Raymonda style adagio. This specific stylistic approach is characterized by fluid, continuous port de bras and a signature delayed wrist movement. Mastering these details adds a layer of sophistication and flair that distinguishes a professional-level performance. Throughout the rond de jambe and fondu sequences, we focus on musicality and controlled épaulement, ensuring every movement is deliberate and expressive.
To build performance-ready confidence, we encourage dancers to internalize movement patterns by looking away from the instructor during exercises. This transition from following to performing is crucial for developing a genuine stage presence. By the final sus-sous, you will have a deeper understanding of how the eyes, hands, and feet work in harmony to tell a story. Join us at Broche Ballet and discover how these subtle performance details can make a world of difference in your dancing.
