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Classical Pas de Deux
A dance duet where two dancers, typically a male and a female, perform ballet steps together. 'Le Corsaire' pas de deux is famous.
Grand Ballet
A large-scale ballet that features a significant number of dancers and elaborate sets and costumes. An example is 'Raymonda.'
Romantic Ballet
Focuses on the expression of ethereal qualities and emotions. Examples include 'La Sylphide' and 'Coppélia.'
Lyrical Ballet
Emphasizes expressiveness and smooth, fluid movement. 'Dances at a Gathering' by Jerome Robbins is notable for its lyricism.
Contemporary Ballet
Combines classical ballet elements with modern dance. Examples include works by choreographers like Wayne McGregor and Matthew Bourne.
Demi-Character Ballet
A style of ballet that combines the techniques of classical ballet with the freedom of expression and character of folk dances. Examples include parts of 'Coppélia.'
Neoclassical Ballet
Strips down the opulent setting and costumes of classical ballet. Notable examples are many works by George Balanchine.
Plotless Ballet
Focuses on emotion and movement rather than telling a story. 'Serenade' by Balanchine is a well-known example.
Comic Ballet
Ballet that incorporates comedic elements. 'La Fille Mal Gardée' is one of the oldest and most famous comic ballets.
Classical Ballet
Characterized by its gracefulness, precision, and formalized steps and gestures. Examples include 'The Nutcracker,' 'Swan Lake,' and 'Giselle.'
Narrative Ballet
Tells a story through dance, music, and often spoken word. Examples include 'Romeo and Juliet' and 'Manon.'
Abstract Ballet
Not bound to a story or theme, it focuses on movements that can be open to audience interpretation. 'Artifact Suite' by William Forsythe is an example.
Ballet d'Action
An early form of narrative ballet that tells a story entirely through dance and mime, without spoken or sung words. Jean-Georges Noverre pioneered this in the 18th century.
Pas de Quatre
A dance for four dancers, famous through 'Pas de Quatre' choreographed by Jules Perrot in 1845.
Character Ballet
Involves dance that portrays a particular character, often influenced by folk traditions. 'Don Quixote' provides examples of character dances.
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