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artist

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  1. I have been waiting a long time for this; 1 1/2 years of reading all of the posts here, of which I can relate very heavily. Because I respected the minimum age limit, I just learned immensely without any input. I am different from many. Being 16, I already feel that we've lost a big aspect of ballet: the passion, the true artform. Too much focus on technicality and body type, and the inner emotions get hidden. Though we can't go back to the "old" times, I do wish we can bring some sort of driving spirit back. I started "real" ballet at age 12. I was known for rapid progression & hard work and artistic quality through Cecchetti Exams. I had fallen in love with the true art - not the ritsy sport I had been taught at 6. But 2 years later I was forced to stop due to back pain. (may have been from repetitive stress-i was doing 20 hrs./wk at 13) This obviously tore me to pieces (since something I loved so dearly was taken away from me) and wasn't allowed to dance again until the following year. I started up again for another year and now I am here [with the same unknown nagging pain]. -i had been through physical therapy to 3 sessions of epidural shots, facet injections, massage therapy to a number of specialized doctors, surgeons, and now to chiropractors and pain management. What I thought was the worst thing to happen to me b/c of the emotional and physical pain, perhaps, turned into an epiphany. I became addicted to researching ballet/art/music history. I know I am very knowledgeable of many things in the arts (esp. for my age) mainly because of my passion. Though ostracized b/c of my different likings, I continue to learn in hope that the arts will live. I was also given the opportunity to teach [ballet & tap] and choreograph. Both I still do and love. (i know i seem too young for these, but maybe my work has earned it?) People say I have an unusual memory for combinations and choreography.... I just wanted to say 'thank you' for keeping me alive through these rough times. I feel I can finally relate to people who appreciate the same things. How many teens do you know who adore classical music? (BTW my favorites are Maurice Ravel 1875-1937 and Claude Debussy 1862-1918, of course having the latter teach Ravel) Classic Arts Showcase anyone?? I have several old ballet books from a Cecchetti Society library in London, many DVDs, I've seen a handful of performances by locals, ABT, NYCB, and the Royal Ballet, and a lot of things found online. I have also met a bunch of great ballet professionals and masters. All waiting to be discussed. Gracias, danke, merci, salamat, and thanks for this wonderful board of knowledge. (and your priceless photos) truly, artist p.s. - Yes, I've visited your sister site.
  2. I was a fan of Anton Chekov in drama class. Always picked his plays because it was easy to relate to. But didn't his audience and actors take his work seriously, when he didn't mean it to be?
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