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When looking at Vaganova Academy of Russian Ballet, Moscow Choreographic Academy, UFA Ballet School, KIEV Choreographic School, Kirov Academy of Ballet, etc... I am trying to find the actual structured hours of ballet lesson per day that they require of their students (in addition to their academic studies). I have been told 8 to 10 hours a day in addition to the academics. When researching I found Vaganova to be 6 hrs/day, Kirov to be 4 hrs/day, and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School to be 4.5 hrs/day. Could you please enlighten me more on this subject?
Thank you - Norm B
Hi Norman. I'm not sure how I could enlighten you more on the subject of class hours. Every ballet school may be slightly different, depending on academic levels, and other demands such as exam or performance preparation.
You would have to contact every school if that is the information that you need.
Regards, Dianne
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Dianne M. Buxton
Expertise
I can answer questions about ballet positions, ballet movements and ballet technique, pointe shoes and pre pointe exercise, mens training, ballet diet, general health issues related to dance, artistry, performance, modern dance, rehabilitation from injuries, and teaching ballet. I have taught ballet, choreographed, produced and directed dance companies. For any answers related to health questions I will offer my experience, and give references to information, but I also automatically include "see a professional".
Experience
dancer, ballet and modern, choreographer, dance teacher, artistic director, ballet mistress, producer
Organizations
I.S.T.D. Actra, Actors Equity
Publications
http://ezinearticles.com
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http://balletconnections.com
Education/Credentials
Graduate of the National Ballet School of Canada where I studied Cecchetti, Bournonville, Vaganova and Graham technique. Taught at the National Ballet School of Canada, York University, George Brown College and Harvard University.
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