Anna Pavlova 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...

Capezio partners with the National Theatre Ballet School.

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Capezio announces partnership with National Theatre Ballet School

Founded in 1887 by master craftsman Salvatore Capezio, cobbler to the Metropolitan Opera, Capezio quickly gained a reputation as the finest shoemaker...

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Australian Dance Reviews

Natalie Abbott’s ‘(re)PURPOSE: the MVMNT’

Dancehouse, Melbourne. July 5, 2017. Sometimes, even relatively tired ideas can be woken up. We’ve witnessed the whole “artist making work about...

Cheryl Cameron and Natalie Abbott. Photo by Phebe Schmidt.

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Natalie Abbott: Purpose is a latecomer

“In a way, making shows and art for me are a way to understand things that I’m questioning in life, and to...

Kevin Jackson in The Australian Ballet's 'Nijinsky'. Photo by Justin Ridler.

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Vaslav Nijinsky: A historical profile

Passion. Stardom. Betrayal. Madness… Vaslav Nijinksy’s life story reads like an unbelievable drama. The supremely talented ballet dancer and choreographer began his...

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Dance Teacher Resources

Quiz – Ballet in Great Britain

1. Which ballet company will you find in Covent Garden? a) Birmingham Royal Ballet b) The Royal Ballet c) English National Ballet...

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Dance News Australia

Capezio: Serving dancers for over 125 years

By Grace Edwards. A dancer’s shoes are their best friend; they minimise weaknesses, showcase strengths, anticipate stresses and adapt to the dancer’s...