Building on the techniques learned in Level 3; this course emphasizes mastery of various Ballet skills including, but not limited to extension; strength of ballon; and phrasing and artistry. Dancers will be introduced to pre-Pointe Ballet skills at the Ballet Barre. Topics include Advanced skills at the Ballet barre; center; adage; petit allegro; grand allegro and multiple turns en dehor and en dedan. Vocabulary work continues. Students perform in this style in the winter and spring performances. Informal in class performance assessments and formal stage performances will be required. There will also be written and oral Ballet vocabulary assessments.
