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Ahh that's what I'm talking about (refer to all posts above). Thanks everyone for sharing, some great discussion points too. It's interesting that one refers to "going to the ballet" as opposed to "going to the contemporary". I must say that I am partial to the traditional performances and should I have the very rare opportunity to go see a performance, I certainly would choose a classical over contemporary every time. I will also add that I do enjoy contemporary performances but I'm simply emphasising which one I'd choose if I had to make a choice. Question- What do any of you think of the Western Australian Ballet Company? How (in your opinions) do they fair in comparison to say the Australian Ballet company or other companies for that matter?

I have the "Beyond 40" on video. It's excellent, and one of my students has the book which is absolutely beautiful. Thanks for the info floss. Will be glad to hear anything else about the Aussie Ballet Company.

Thank goodness I didn't write VD -oops

Thankyou sooooooooooooooo much Floss

A little over the top :yes:

Alexandra you are an absolute treasure :angelnot: I'm on to it right now and if I find anything of value to other post-ers I will let you all know. Cheers Oz

Now you've got me started: I would like to know what productions are in season, upcoming events, information about the companies principals, audition information for the Aussie Ballet School, the next tour, clubs for kids. STOP that's enough for now. :sweating: Thanks Floss

Free shipping? Is that for everyone or overseas please explain? I am finding resources are hard to come by and in my location I do not have any shops, stores etc for 1600 kms

Is Amazon available in Australia. I mean can I order through Amazon in Australia. Does anyone have the Australian contact details? I'd be very grateful.

I would like to know if there are any good book/video stores in Australia where you can ring and get exactly what you want. I have yet to find somewhere in my own country that is able to satisfy my requests when I ring and ask, not "we'll search for you and then..... sorry we can't get that". The DVD 's have to suit players in Australia just like VHS tapes need to be in PAL form. It makes purchasing these things difficult and/or expensive with exchange rates etc.

I'm so intrigued by these posts- I especially love the " 3 dancers collide... how many dancers...." What a beautiful image. Tell me more :yes:

It's very sad to see there are no posts in this thread. If you are Australian or know anything about the Australian Ballet Company, I would love to read about it.

Short torso, longer legs, long graceful expressive arms, neck, face, upper body. As graceful and as poetic as a cloud, but the strength of an ox. Hmm dare to dream - actually I think that's me ha ha ha

Brilliant- I thought it was my computer that made me have to click, click, click to get back to where I was. Can be annoying when you are so impatient and excited to see all the new posts immediately. [snip -- I answered a question in a PM; at] Am I able to go somewhere to bring up all MY posts?

WAAPA actually about 19 years ago - my my that's getting personal

Hey thanks - Lucette was one of my teachers years ago. Will check out those on line addresses Cheers

I can only speak from an RAD point of view but we have barre at the barre and centre paractice (without a barre) which include ports de bras, tendus etc when coming to the cerntre. As far as terminology for young children to remember things, I relate them to their level of understanding for example: en dehors goes out the door, en dedans (emphasise the N) comes in, and if any teachers do character work, pas de ( b)asques = b for ball (of the foot) and cifras (c my foot) showing a flexed foot. Just a couple of examples I use to help students learn the correct terminology and to remember what means what. Hope this is still within this thread discussion

I'm searching for Barabara Fewster's Pointe by point video. I would prefer to buy it within the country. I've come close to finding it but no copies available. If you have it please let me know exactly where you bought it from so I can contact them and get one I need one NOW.