What You'll Learn
- Master the art of développé and temps lié with fluid, seamless transitions.
- Enhance stage presence through intentional eye contact and dramatic performance flair.
- Synchronize breath with movement to improve both musicality and physical stamina.
- Use port de bras effectively to fill musical phrases during complex leg movements.
- Transition from technical exercises to performance-ready artistry while at the barre.
About This Video
Join Broche Ballet for an immersive Artistry Barre designed to bridge the gap between technical exercise and expressive performance. In this 41-minute class, we focus on the elements that make a dancer truly captivating: breath, musicality, and stage presence. This session is not just about the height of your leg or the perfection of your turnout; it is about how you inhabit the movement and communicate with your audience from the very first plié.
We begin by grounding ourselves in the basics, then layer on the artistry. Throughout the class, you will explore various adagio combinations that challenge your control and poise. We dive deep into exercises involving chassé, temps lié, and piqué, emphasizing the smoothness of transitions and the continuity of movement.
A significant portion of the lesson is dedicated to the développé, where you will learn how to use your port de bras to gracefully fill time if your leg finishes a musical phrase sooner than expected. One of the most important aspects of this class is learning how to use your gaze to create a narrative. We practice looking away from the audience and then drawing them back in with intentional focus, creating a sense of drama and engagement that is essential for the stage.
You will learn that even at the barre, every movement can be a performance. By focusing on facial expressions and the specific mood of the piano music, you transform standard drills into art. Whether you are working on a precise piqué or a sustained développé, this class encourages you to over-dramatize certain movements—like a subtle peek at the audience—to build excitement.
By the end of this session, you will feel more confident in your ability to execute complex choreography with confidence and flair. This practice helps you develop the mental and physical connection needed to perform under the lights. Join us at the barre to refine your technique while rediscovering the joy of dance through artistry and expression.
