As I’ve written in a previous post, mirroring Jennifer Homans‘ sentiment, ballet is a way of being, of acting, a civilizing art form. This premise is based on her 15 years of research on the origins of classical ballet: ballet is more than an art, ballet is a way of life. And I agree!
As a Sunday evening break and a visual delight, I’d like to offer this lovely video from YouTube, uploaded by royalballetflanders to promote the 2011-2012 season of the Royal Ballet of Flanders. It’s entitled: “A Ballet Way of Life.” I’ve changed it to Ballet, A Way of Life because that has been my experience. Enjoy!
Ballet A Way of Life
I hope you’ve enjoyed this video and it’s given you a glimpse into what the ballet lifestyle looks like.
Ballet has certainly changed and shaped my life in many positive ways. My experience has been very different from what most ballet movies portray (Black Swan, for example).
Life in my ballet company has given me discipline, tolerance to frustration (mostly from learning to be patient with my body) to achieve my technical goals, commitment to following my dreams and much, much more.
Ballet, a way of life, has been good to me and my peers in the company. I hope you will “Share” this amazing video with other ballet fans like yourself.
Have a restful Sunday…until next time!
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I love watching dancers bodies. they are always so remarkable and beautiful. i have yet to see the black swan.
I love this video, the slow motion bits are amazing!
I agree Amanda! I could watch this video over and over.
Thanks for stopping by,
-Romy
You find the loveliest ballet videos! Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome Lulu!
Ballet is a beautiful and incredible art form! Thanks for the post. Very nicely done and I enjoyed the video too.
I’m glad you enjoyed it Adam.
Always a pleasure to have you visit and comment on our site!
-Romy
Terrific! I’m sure ballet is great exercise as well as being very therapeutic in so many ways.
You’ve nailed it Peter, it IS my therapy. I can always count on entering a special “place” during a class, especially mid-way through and towards the end, when my body has warmed up and I can execute the steps more freely.
It’s almost like a “conscious trance.” It allows me to really become one with the music…hard to explain, but I know other dancers experience this.
Thanks for your comment,
-Romy
Beautiful video – thank you so much for the perfect intervention for a busy day! A breath of fresh air!
Donna,
I’m so glad we can serve as a inspiring break in your busy schedule!
It’s music to my “ears”.
-Romy
I have only know one person who was a professional ballerina and also know how very hard she worked – it is truly a lifestyle and passion.
Thanks for a great read.
Yes, it is Kathy! Read my response to Peter above.
It’s hard work, but the rewards are enormous!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts,
-Romy