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| Am I too old? | 4/29/2007 |
Q: I know that you get these kind of questions all the time, so sorry about asking you again! I'm 18 ...
A: I do get questions like this fairly frequently, so you may want to go through previously answered ...
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| No dance history at 16 but I want to be a dancer is it possible? | 4/2/2007 |
Q: I am 16 years old going on 17 in September. I have long been interested in taking dance especially ...
A: I need more information in order to answer this question. What are your goals, specifically? Do you ...
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| addendum | 4/1/2007 |
Q: After I wrote to you I finally did find some of the info I wanted via other sites, and I guess ...
A: sorry I hadn't responded to your first question yet, but I wanted to do a little research before I ...
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| 18 year old begginer! | 3/25/2007 |
Q: I'm 18, and have always wanted to start dance. my dad's side were very into dance (my Nana and her ...
A: Yes, it is definitely possible for you to improve greatly within a few years! If you take around 2 ...
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| Is it to late at 18?? | 3/21/2007 |
Q: I'm 18 and am looking for a ballet program that I can train under. Does it exist. My dream like many ...
A: I think that your best bet is to look for a university or community college program in ballet and/or ...
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| adult beginner | 2/24/2007 |
Q: I would like to ask if it's still possible to do not just pointe work but be able to dance ...
A: Elizabeth - The short answer is yes, of course! It is not always easy to find good quality ballet ...
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| Turnout | 2/18/2007 |
Q: Jennifer, I recently started ballet classes about a week ago. In my first class, the teacher had to ...
A: Samantha! You're right, turnout can be a touchy subject. It is extremely important to correct ...
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| Classes per week | 2/5/2007 |
Q: Jennifer, I am 19 years old and recently decided to start ballet. It has always been something that ...
A: Congrats on your decision to take ballet! I actually started dancing at the same time (after many ...
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| Shaving | 2/5/2007 |
Q: I am embarrased to ask my teacher or freinds. But should i shave? I am worried I might cut myslef!
A: This depends on so many factors, but all of them are a personal choice, and has nothing to do with ...
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| ballet videos | 1/15/2007 |
Q: im 15 and i did ballet for 4 years then i stopped and did figure skating then i stopped that. i want ...
A: Annie, sorry for taking so long to answer! I'm sorry to tell you that I cannot recommend going en ...
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| Ballet Physique | 1/14/2007 |
Q: I am an amateur boxer and I enjoy watching ballet. I have noticed over the years that male ballet ...
A: Male dancers, as well as female dancers, must maintain spectacular control over most of the muscle ...
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| flexability | 1/13/2007 |
Q: ok i know this might be a tough one for you to answer over the Internet and all, but im 15 and i ...
A: You're right, it is tough to answer given that I cannot really tell *why* you are having so much ...
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| ballet help | 8/1/2006 |
Q: I am fifteen and I am beginning to start ballet lessons. I have no previous experience in dancing. I ...
A: Just taking ballet class can definately improve your flexibility, but most dancers need to stretch ...
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| begginer dancer | 7/29/2006 |
Q: I am 13 years old and am going to start taking a 13+ begginer ballet class and I am really excited ...
A: Of course it is okay for you to start again! It sounds like you've found the perfect class for you. ...
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| Late Beginners | 7/29/2006 |
Q: I'm betting I am not the only 29 year old woman who's watched "So You Think You Can Dance" and ...
A: Kianna! I normally tell people that it is not a good idea to practice at home, but I can tell that ...
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| Taking ballet again after 13 years | 7/22/2006 |
Q: I took ballet when I was 6. I'm 19 now and want to start dancing again, will I have to start at the ...
A: Congrats on your decision to start dancing again! In my own experience (mine is not that dissimilar ...
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| male ballet wear | 7/15/2006 |
Q: e say that all men who do ballet must put on and wear a padded dance belt a support cup footed ...
A: Like I said in my previous answer, you should not need a support cup. To clear up any confusion ...
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| male ballet wear | 7/14/2006 |
Q: e say that all men who do ballet must put on and wear a padded dance belt a support cup footed ...
A: A dance belt is a modified jock strap, only instead of two straps going around your legs, it has one ...
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| Am I wasting my time in ballet? | 7/8/2006 |
Q: .. I am 13 years old and have been taking ballet since the age of six. (I did take two years off ...
A: One of the biggest traps that young dancers fall into is comparing yourself to other dancers too ...
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| Starting ballet | 7/7/2006 |
Q: I am 12 and I have just signed up for ballet lessons at a local dance school. I have always wanted ...
A: Congratulations on starting to take ballet classes! That is very exciting for you... I know you'll ...
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| Ballet | 6/28/2006 |
Q: I am a community dance development,work full time for a reputable dance company and teach ...
A: Cate -- I'm sorry, but I can't help you with this. You need to speak with another experienced ...
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| Body benefits | 6/25/2006 |
Q: Maybe three hours is a bit much, so I may cut it down to two hours and maybe four or five days a ...
A: You're welcome! Your frustration is a very common one. Many adult dancers end up taking the adult ...
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| aging | 6/21/2006 |
Q: my name is chloe, and im 13. ever since i was 4 i have wanted to ballet, but ive never got my ...
A: No, 13 is not too old to start. You may have a little bit of trouble finding a class with people ...
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| demi pointe shoes | 6/16/2006 |
Q: i was wondering if i buy demi pointe shoes they wont ruin my toes because your not suppose to go en ...
A: Becky! Even real pointe shoes shouldn't ruin your toes if they are properly fit! As long as you do ...
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| Ballet | 6/11/2006 |
Q: I am 12 and i have been doing ballet for about 7 years. I am on grade 4 at the moment. I was just ...
A: I'm so glad you're enjoying your ballet classes! The age of 12 is earliest that most ballet ...
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| im desperate | 6/3/2006 |
Q: my dance teacher thinks that we are not ready, that my ballet isnt as advanced as it needs to be but ...
A: I can tell you exactly what you can do -- talk to your teacher about the specific things that you ...
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| How many years | 6/2/2006 |
Q: I have been taking dance for two years since I was 11 , and I am moving to another studio and ...
A: It really all depends on the teacher and his/her philosophy about pointe, as well as your level. I ...
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| Continuing life in Dance | 3/19/2006 |
Q: I haven't been dancing long, but I dance alot and different forms. I am 16, not a lot of experience, ...
A: There are lots of jobs in the dance world that doesnt have anything to do with performing! Heres ...
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| Chaine's and pirouhettes | 2/25/2006 |
Q: I have been on a jazz team for two years and have been taking ballet for one. Sorry for such a ...
A: I'll try to give a few tips on chaines and piques/pirouettes, but like you said, they will have to ...
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| ballet | 2/18/2006 |
Q: What is the professional name of a male ballet dancer? Females being ballerinas.
A: Technically, the word ballerina only refers to the principal female dancers of the company... not ...
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| Late Starter | 12/11/2005 |
Q: it was very encouraging,I'm planning to audition to a ballet program at TCU in April, in the ...
A: Hyperextention is a very common problem, and its good that you are aware that you have it. It is in ...
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| DANCE | 10/11/2005 |
Q: I AM 19 YEARS OLD, I DID SOME BALLET FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS BUT I STOPPED, NOW I WANT TO GET BACK ...
A: I started again, like you, when I was 19. I found class at the university I was attending at the ...
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| Teen beginner with flat feet | 8/8/2005 |
Q: I am 15 years old and hope to start dancing seriously this year. I have been taking modern at ...
A: It is never to late to start taking ballet. It really is a perfect way to supplement other types of ...
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| Ballet | 6/14/2005 |
Q: My name is Angell Pearce and I am currently a University student, with one-year under my belt. ...
A: Angell -- I know exactly what you mean when it comes to finding good quality classes for adults. I ...
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| leg positions en l'air | 4/17/2005 |
Q: I am having some trouble with allot of lag positions that are off the floor (especially grand ...
A: Its a difficult feeling to understand at first, but once you get it, it will be with you for life! ...
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| starting late | 3/27/2005 |
Q: I am 16 and have only recently started ballet and desperetely wish to become a professional. It is a ...
A: If you are very dedicated and are blessed with a good body and talent, then I dont think that age ...
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| Pointe class | 3/21/2005 |
Q: Is there a recommended length of time during a ballet class for a twelve year old to be on pointe?
A: There is no specific amount of time that is reccomended... it varies as to the teacher, and how fast ...
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| Fitness walking and ballet | 3/9/2005 |
Q: I am a 40-year-old woman who has just started taking adult beginner ballet classes twice weekly. I ...
A: I dont think that walking twice a week should interfere with ballet. As long as you keep it low ...
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| ballet/pointe | 2/25/2005 |
Q: Jennifer, My teacher says I'm ready to go on pointe, but I don't know if I should. I started dance ...
A: From what you say, I can't really answer this question for you. I cant tell you whether studying ...
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| Ballet and body type | 2/24/2005 |
Q: Why do all ballet dancers have to be so small? If i am overweight, what are my chances of dancing ...
A: Ballet dancers are very thin because thin limbs appear longer on stage. Ballet is all about length, ...
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| Am I really too old to go back? | 2/23/2005 |
Q: I am 22 years old and I have been dancing ballet and tap since I was 4. Ballet is my passion... ...
A: Allison -- sorry it has taken me so long to get back to you... allexperts ate my first responce. ...
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| Ballerina Height | 2/19/2005 |
Q: I was wondering whether you could tell me the average height of a ballerina. Thank you.
A: Ballet dancers are typically between 5'3 or so and 5'7... it really depends on the company. Whether ...
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| Contemporary Ballet | 1/24/2005 |
Q: I am about to graduate from Towson University with a BFA in Dance Performance. I am looking for a ...
A: This question is actually a bit out of my knowledge base, but one major one that I know of other ...
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| turn out | 1/8/2005 |
Q: please,please,please help me with my turnout!I've got NO turnout at all!What is the best exersise to ...
A: The best turnout exercises there are you already do in ballet class. Concentrate on spiraling your ...
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| turnout and box split | 12/18/2004 |
Q: I would like to know what exersise I must do to have a turnout(strengthen it and make the musel ...
A: The simple tendu is really the best exercise for turnout. When you do the exercise in class, picture ...
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| Contempory ballet and what it takes to go pro | 11/16/2004 |
Q: I'm really sorry that this is the third question I've asked you but since you restarted at ...
A: I'm sorry it took me so long to get to this... I thought I had answered you, but apparently it ...
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| Contempory ballet and what it takes to go pro | 11/15/2004 |
Q: As a late starter, however, it is very difficult for me to find adequate training. I'd love to go ...
A: I completely understand your concern. I took ballet when I was very young, quit, and then began ...
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| Contempory ballet and what it takes to go pro | 11/15/2004 |
Q: Ok, I am a 15 year old girl who has been doing jazz for about a year (a little over). I felt a ...
A: Contemporary ballet i think is an excellent direction for you, Adrian. I think to get a good idea of ...
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| writing down the dance movements | 11/12/2004 |
Q: my knowledge of ballet /dance is about null..although I've enjoyed a performance or two in my life ...
A: Rena! You ask a very good question -- it is out of my own expertise, but I will try to point you in ...
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| Better ballet | 11/3/2004 |
Q: my name is Joanna and i'm a ballet dancer. I've only been dancing for about 4 years but i want to ...
A: You know, ballet class provides everything you need to improve. To advance in ballet, the answer is ...
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| ballet dancers' neck | 9/18/2004 |
Q: i've always loved ballet, and i'm wondering how dancers get such a long neck, even at very young ...
A: I'm sorry it took so long to get back to you -- I answered this question once, and apparently the ...
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| late? | 8/28/2004 |
Q: I only discover that there is so many fun after my high school, especially dancing. I'm 19 and going ...
A: woonchin! Though I danced a bit when I was a child, I didnt dance for many years and began again ...
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| Afraid of Turns | 8/25/2004 |
Q: I've noticed that in both ballet and jazz that I'm not a good turner. I think that's partly because ...
A: Well, of course you expect me to say that your lack of practice is a big part of the problem! You ...
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| pointe shoe padding | 7/20/2004 |
Q: I am a 16 year old dancer who is about to perform my first solo en pointe. I am having a little bit ...
A: Sarah! If you have been rehearsing with ouch pouches, then you should definately perform with ouch ...
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| Choices | 7/14/2004 |
Q: This question isn't too important, but I need an opinion from an expert! I can't decide on whether ...
A: Ashley! Yours is a difficult question because the competition experience is different for everyone, ...
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| Ballet | 7/8/2004 |
Q: Jennifer! I would love to take ballet but have a few concerns. I fear that I am too old to begin ...
A: Taylor! The answers to your questions depend on your goals with dance. If you want to take dance ...
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| help | 6/21/2004 |
Q: I've just recently gotten interested in ballet but I have no clue where to start. I'm not flexible, ...
A: Olivia - I'm glad you've become interested in ballet! Unfortunately, I do not reccomend teaching ...
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| Out of Shape | 6/12/2004 |
Q: I'm afraid of getting out of shape because I don't have ballet for several weeks. What can I do to ...
A: Alena - I apologize for the delay! I was out of town in San Francisco and forgot to set my AE ...
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| Pointe work | 6/1/2004 |
Q: I consider myself a good dancer, but I know that I would be better if I was stronger on pointe. What ...
A: Well, of course, working hard in point class will help! I think practicing with therabands is an ...
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| Tired During Class | 5/29/2004 |
Q: For the first half hour of my ballet class, I'm very energetic and can dance very well, but for the ...
A: Alena! Of course, we all occasionally have days where we run out of energy just due to our mood or ...
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| hip joint | 5/22/2004 |
Q: i was wondering about something with my hip joint. When i lift my leg in a developpe to the side or ...
A: Julie, thanks for your question. I don't feel comfortable answering your question definitively ...
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| Where now | 4/30/2004 |
Q: I've been studying ballet for just over 10 years now. But only weekly classes as my mum started me ...
A: A difficult question to answer without knowing your school or where you live... I will do my best to ...
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| teen beginner (ballet) | 4/7/2004 |
Q: I am 16 and would like to begin ballet. I've been introduced to ballet but never formally. I ...
A: Stacie! The answer to your question depends on what your ultimate goals are. For the sake of ...
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| history of ballet barres | 4/4/2004 |
Q: Any ideas on where to look. I am writting a novel and would like to include some history. thanks
A: I personally don't know the history... but here are a few reccomendations on where to look. This ...
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| Ballet | 3/31/2004 |
Q: I am 16 and I gave up ballet awhile ago after I finished pre elementary but I think that when im in ...
A: Lacey. I'm sorry I took so long getting back to you... I've been having problems with my internet ...
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| male dancers | 3/26/2004 |
Q: HOWDY! My name is Cletus, I am interested in ballet. Can you answer a few questions for me? 1. What ...
A: I'm glad you are interested in ballet... it is wonderful for the body as well as for the mind. 1. ...
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| bad feet | 3/22/2004 |
Q: I have what you would call "bad dancers feet". The arch isn't very curved, they're very thin/narrow, ...
A: Michelle! I'm sorry to say that as dancers, our body is our instrument, but when something about ...
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| To late to go pro? | 3/17/2004 |
Q: I am 18 years old and have been out of ballet for 1 year. I took classical ballet for 9 years and ...
A: Sonja If you had already reached an advanced level before you dropped out of dance, it is not too ...
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| Excercises | 3/17/2004 |
Q: I am a biginner adult ballet/jazz student at the not so tender age of 20. I just got into dance ...
A: Michelle. Congrats on your new hobby! Ballet and dance can benefit anyone no matter their age or ...
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| Proper Body Alignment | 11/21/2003 |
Q: I am a ballet instructor myself and I am looking for feedback to assist an adult ballet student that ...
A: Carole. Since this is an adult, it may be inappropriate to bring up, but you may start off with ...
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| ballet belts | 11/20/2003 |
Q: My daughter is 11 and has been taking ballet since she was three. Recently one of her teachers has ...
A: Denise. Though I have never heard of this practice before, your description of it bothers me. ...
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| classes | 10/22/2003 |
Q: But do you know any professional ballet schools that i can take classes at for les $$? And how can i ...
A: Julie! I'm not terribly familiar with the professional schools up in NYC, but I can give you some ...
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| Nutcracker results | 9/22/2003 |
Q: It's Olivia. I just wanted to let you know that I did get a part in the Nutcracker- a mouse!- but ...
A: Olivia. Congratulations on getting the part! It sounds like you did very well... its too bad you ...
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| Ballet Fundamentals for a Musician | 9/18/2003 |
Q: I am a musician and for about 3 months I have been toying with the idea of writing a ballet along ...
A: Jaime. Congrats on your decision to take on sucha huge endeavor! Let me tell you though, I am not ...
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| Ballet Companies | 9/6/2003 |
Q: I am 12 years old and I do ballet 5-7 days a week. I want to go to an Ivy Leaugue college after ...
A: Kathleen. Wow, you plan for college very early! That is a very good thing to plan so far ahead so ...
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| male ballet dancer | 8/23/2003 |
Q: Can you tell me if there is a name for a male ballet dancer, equivalent to the female ballerina? ...
A: Ron. Traditionally a male dancer is called a "danseur." Since ballerina actually refers to the ...
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| switching studios | 7/10/2003 |
Q: I have been dancing for about 8 years and I have dedicated my life to classical ballet, but recently ...
A: Nora! While experiencing many different teaching types can offer a good advantage to an ...
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| Too old?? | 5/15/2003 |
Q: I am 25 years old and I just started Jazz-Dance and Classical Ballet this month. I ALWAYS had the ...
A: Nadine~ Thank you for asking a question. I am so sorry it took me so long to answer it! I was stuck ...
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| preperation | 2/24/2003 |
Q: I am 17 and have been doing ballet since I was 4. I don't consider myself good by no means but ...
A: First of all, congratulations on the role, V! You really do need to stop being so hard on ...
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