What You'll Learn
- How to use ballet as a medium for self-discovery and emotional storytelling
- Strategies to let go of perfectionism and find worth beyond technical execution
- Techniques for expressing vulnerability and authenticity through movement
- The importance of embracing your personal story within your dance practice
About This Video
In this evocative three-minute piece, Kelsey Maloney-Steiner presents Three, a ballet reflection set to the stirring music of Sleeping at Last. Far more than a mere display of technique, this performance serves as a profound meditation on the journey of self-discovery and the quiet power of authenticity. At Broche Ballet, we believe that dance is a language for the soul, and Kelsey’s movement beautifully articulates the transition from maintaining a curated image to embracing one’s true story.
The choreography explores the concept of brokenness and the transformative power of love. Dancers often feel the exhaustion of striving for perfection, trapped under a spell that suggests their worth is tied solely to the flawlessness of their pirouette or the height of their arabesque. However, this piece challenges those societal expectations and internal pressures.
By acknowledging the possibility of failure and moving through it with grace, the dancer finds a deeper sense of worth that is not dependent on external validation. Through fluid movements—from a grounded plié to an expressive tendu—Kelsey illustrates the value of vulnerability. The piece invites you to consider the role you play in your daily life and how ballet can offer a space to break free from those constraints.
It is a reminder that every dancer has a unique story to tell, and that beauty often resides in the flaws and the honesty of the display. Whether you are an adult beginner or a seasoned artist, this video encourages you to look inward. You will learn to value the process of expression over the pressure of performance.
By letting go of the need for a perfect display, you open yourself up to a more genuine and fulfilling relationship with your art. Join us at Broche Ballet as we celebrate the courage it takes to be seen, to be vulnerable, and to dance with a heart full of authenticity and self-acceptance.
