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Myrtha: The Inner World of the Queen of the Willis
April 2026 Myrtha, a Complex Female Character Myrtha, Queen of the Willis, is a major role for a ballerina. She stands in stark contrast to the principal role of Giselle. It’s such a compelling part to dance that Marianela Nuñez chose it, despite it not being the principal role that would normally be the natural habitat of the Royal Ballet’s undisputed prima ballerina. It’s fascinating to watch different interpretations online, especially the opening arabesques. Some dancers


Ballet Beyond the Feminine Illusion
Ballet may appear soft and delicate, yet its illusion is sustained by discipline, strength, and focus. When people outside the studio...


Different Ballet Styles: Contrast & Comparison
Ballet is not one fixed style. Depending on where you train, terminology can vary, the same steps can look slightly different, from arm...


The Gravitational Pull of Ballet in Berlin: Holistic Ballet Retreat 2023
Michelle Gladwin © 2023 It is surreal, given the intervening pandemic, that already four years have passed since the first magical Berlin...
Aug 30, 20233 min read
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