What You'll Learn
- How to maintain stability and form while dancing at 100% tempo.
- Techniques for managing the challenging piqué attitude transitions.
- Strategies to stay on the music during consecutive high relevé sequences.
- Integrating artistic elements like the fan and specific 'flicks' into the routine.
- Developing the stamina required for a full-length classical variation.
About This Video
Welcome to the final installment of our deep dive into the Talisman variation. In Class #3, we transition from rehearsal to performance readiness by bringing the choreography to 100% tempo. This 48-minute session with Broche Ballet is designed for the dancer ready to test their stamina, stability, and technical precision. Performing a classical variation en pointe requires more than just knowing the steps; it requires an intimate understanding of transitions and weight placement.
Throughout this class, we focus heavily on the most demanding sections of the choreography. We address the common pitfall of slowing down during the second section, which features multiple big relevé movements in a row. You will learn how to maintain your momentum and upward lift to stay on the music without sacrificing the height of your relevé. We also break down the transition into the piqué attitude, a moment that often challenges a dancer's balance. By practicing the individual mechanics of the piqué and the subsequent chassé, you will find the stability needed to execute these movements seamlessly at high speed.
Artistry is never secondary at Broche Ballet. We incorporate the specific 'flick' of the legs and the graceful use of the fan to ensure your performance is as beautiful as it is technically sound. We will work on maintaining a strong arabesque and sharp sauté jumps while managing the quick transitions that give this variation its characteristic lightness. By the end of this session, you will have the tools to perform the Talisman variation with confidence, showing off your strength en pointe and your mastery of classical phrasing. Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply looking to challenge your technique, this class provides the rigorous training necessary to excel.
