pointe Archives - Dance Informa Magazine

The history of dancing en pointe

Few things in the ballet world are as magical as pointe shoes. From the excitement of getting your first pair, to the...

It’s a new school year, with so many new and exciting things to learn! Will you be starting pointe this year? When...

Every little ballerina dreams about it, and every adult ballerina remembers it: that first time en pointe. On the less magical side...

You waited all this time, took the required amount of classes, worked extra hard on your ballet technique and were finally approved...

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of dancing en pointe. For many aspiring young dancers, and even for adults who start dance...

What is the correct age to start pointe? How do I know if I’m strong enough? Why do I keep getting injuries?...

If you’re a professional dancer wearing pointe shoes all day long, you may experience some pain with pointe work. However, it is...

By Laura Di Orio of Dance Informa. Dance students new to pointe are always excited. They’ve been watching their favorite ballerinas since...