The National Ballet of Canada

Dance About

In-School Performances
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In-School Performances

The National Ballet of Canada’s Dance About has been going into schools for over 40 years. It is an opportunity for children from various socio-economic backgrounds and cultures to experience classical ballet in their own environment, making the art form more accessible to them.

Four dancers, a piano accompanist and a narrator guide students through a day in the life of a dancer, from ballet class (the daily ritual of stretches and exercises) to a performance. The programme features demonstrations of basic ballet exercises, pointe work, partnering, make-up and wardrobe, as well as the creation of exciting and dramatic characters. Highlights of the performance include a selection of dances from The National Ballet of Canada’s repertoire and students participating in mime demonstrations.

For more information on Dance About please contact Prologue to the Performing Arts at 416 591-9092 or visit www.prologue.org.

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Download Dance About Study Guide PDF

Download Dance About Repertoire PDF