From En Avant Magazine March April 2024 Sanvitti Sai Roopesh travelled to Australia in January to take part in the Australian Ballet‘s Summer Program. Read about her experiences at the ballet school here, and gain a host of insider information about travel, accommodation, and the general experience of Sanvitti and her parents. Sanvitti Sai Roopesh 11 year old Sanvitti has been learning ballet at TLFCB for the past 6 and a half years. She aspires to become both a zoologist and a ballerina.  Swapna Roopesh Swapna, a Public Health Researcher and Consultant, works with National and Internati ..read more

A career in dance can seem daunting, especially without access to information or resources to navigate this vast field. Yet, for those whose hearts beat to the rhythm of dance, few paths offer more fulfillment. A life dedicated to dance not only brings immense satisfaction but also keeps you in a constant state of flow, giving joy in every movement. Understanding the journey of ballet company dancers is crucial. Read on to learn what it means to be in the “corps de ballet” or to be a “principal dancer” and how ballet company dancers lay out their performing journey. Corps de Ballet The Cor ..read more

By Anagha Madhan from En Avant Magazine Jan Feb 2024 While you wait for your school bus to arrive, or when you reach the studio early, pick one or several of these mini workouts to strengthen and stretch your muscles. Plie Series: 20 demi-pliés (half bends) in first position. 20 grand pliés (full bends) in first position. Tendu and Degagé Series: 20 tendus on each foot (front, side, back) in first position. 20 degagés on each foot with a low lift and lower in first position. Arabesque Lifts: Stand facing a barre or sturdy surface. Lift one leg behind you into low arabesque, keeping ..read more

“So, it’s only dance that takes him there? Only dance.” Art doesn’t create distinctions, people do. Madu is a testament to how access to learning and performing an artform can be a life-turner, and how passion can drive one beyond the walls they’ve known and persevered within all their life. This documentary follows the journey of a young Nigerian boy who gets to learn at Elmhurst Ballet School. Directed by Matthew Ogens and Joel Kachi Benson, it shows how passion can grow within creeks and how support can nurture it to fruition.  Copyright: Photographybyash The film itself, with i ..read more

By Anagha Madhan for En Avant Jan-Feb 2024 As TLFCB steps into a pivotal examination year after a five-year hiatus, motivation becomes the heartbeat of every plié and tendu. The discourse around motivation is nothing new, especially in the early months of the year. While motivational quotes often adorn our walls, this time, let’s step away from the usual rhetoric. This year calls for a practical approach, one that transcends the clichés and offers a down-to-earth perspective. So, let’s peel back the layers and discover how to fuel the dance flame with a practical, rejuvenating, and, above al ..read more

Broadway, New York Musical theatre is an exciting genre of the performing arts where song, drama, dance and dialogue come together to entrance the audience and carry them through a story. It is a much loved art form, with millions of tickets sold every year for popular shows across the world.  The two most well-known areas for musical theater are the West End in London and Broadway in New York. There are currently 39 West End and 41 Broadway theatres which showcase both musicals and plays, and most of them have 8 shows per week, over 6 days. The Lion King, London. Photo: Dreamtime W ..read more

In the office, we’ve heard anecdotes of students and parents rushing to their teachers and administrators to know their attendance. While being aware of your progress is crucial, regular attendance extends beyond mere record-keeping; it instills a sense of regularity, punctuality, and discipline. After all, missing one class can mean losing a valuable skill! Becoming a dancer requires consistent practice within the dance studio, Rudolf Nureyev says “When I miss class for one day, I know it. When I miss class for two days, my teacher knows it. When I miss class for three days, the audience kn ..read more

By Dyumna Chhabra Over the years of reading English literature, if there’s one genre I tend to run away from, it is the classics, and I try to gravitate towards literatures that seek to be “Windows on the World” (Damrosch, 2003). “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”  is the epitome of classics from the Victorian era and probably a book I would not have picked up myself had it not been for the show. I am glad to say that reading the book turned out to be a good decision! Illustration by John Tennial Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll is an exemplary work that reaches out ..read more

The winter holidays are upon us, and it is the perfect time to sit back and enjoy some well-deserved quiet time. While you put your feet up and have a nice cup of hot chocolate, why not dive into the world of dance? Here are some beautiful pieces that you can watch at home with family and friends – enjoy! First up, one of Ms Elina’s favourite moments in ballet: Marianela Nunez and Vadim Muntagirov of the Royal Ballet in the Sugar Plum Fairy Pas de Deux Adagio. It is pure beauty. The costumes and scenery are spectacular, but the music,  artistic interpretation and technical excellence b ..read more

Step into a world of imagination as we bring the enchanting tale of Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” to life through the art of ballet – a captivating dance form that tells stories through graceful movements and expressive choreography. Whether you’re a dance enthusiast or new to the world of performing arts, this show promises an unforgettable experience for everyone! Alice, as adapted by Ms. Yana Lewis, the Artistic Director, brings to stage the whimsical and fantastical realm that the protagonist explores in Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. From the wor ..read more