Ballet Renaissance Journal

The Art & Tradition of Ballet

Thoughtful articles for dancers, teachers, parents, and everyone interested in the history, training, artistry, and future of classical ballet.

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New articles will be published here as Ballet Renaissance continues its work of educating, inspiring, and preserving classical ballet.

Six Schools of Ballet: Different Roads to the Same Barre

From the French School to Balanchine, explore six influential ballet traditions, how they developed, and the qualities each one builds in a dancer.

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First Position: The Ballet Documentary Every Aspiring Dancer—and Every Dance Parent—Should See

An honest look at discipline, sacrifice, family support, competition, and what it truly takes to pursue ballet seriously.

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Are You Learning Vaganova—or Simply Ballet Steps?

What does “Vaganova-trained” really mean? Learn why pedagogy, progression, and teacher preparation matter when choosing a ballet program.

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