Question: Watch the documentary First Position. Available on Netflix and other video recourses (watch documentary prior to completing assignment 10)
1. What are some of the similarities between classical and contemporary ballet? What are some differences?
2. Discuss some of the important contributions to ballet by those mentioned in "major figures in Ballet."
3. What is the significance of the Russian influence?
4. If you have seen examples of both classical ballet and contemp0orary ballet, which do you enjoy watching most? Explain your choices in detail.
5. Describe your response to the documentary "First Position." Which dancer did you connect with the most and why?