Nutcracker Moves: A Ballet Wonderland
In this class, we will learn some history behind the Nutcracker ballet, learn some ballet choreography inspired by the Nutcracker soundtrack.
Ms. Lisa | Dance Educator, M.Ed
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(117)
What's included
4 live meetings
4 in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. 1-2 throughout the classAssessment
1-2 throughout the classClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Beginner Level
In this class, students will be introduced to ballet technique with a ballet warm up each class. Then, students will review pedestrian and dance locomotor movements and learn a ballet center combination. Last, they will be introduced to the Nutcracker Ballet and use it to create their own Nutcracker inspired dances.
Learning Goals
New York City Blueprint Standards in Dance: Demonstrate a variety of extensions and flexions, limb rotations, stretches, swings, bends and twists.New York City Blueprint Standards in Dance: Exhibit control in balance.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
The Nutcracker Introduction
Learning the basics of ballet through movement, reviewing locomotor movements, and being introduced to the story of the Nutcracker. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The Nutcracker Improvisation
Reviewing the basics of ballet, locomotor movement, and learning a piece of a short ballet combination. Review the story of the Nutcracker. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
The Nutcracker Ballet
Students will begin learn a short ballet phrase inspired by the Nutcracker ballet (Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy). 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
The Nutcracker Bow
Students will review all ballet terms, and ballet choreography, and recall elements of the Nutcracker Ballet. 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please be sure dancing space is throughly swept/vacuumed, and all large obstacles are out of the way. Also, please be sure you child's body is in full view of the camera and the camera angle is set correctly.
Supply List
Recommended: 1.) Long hair in a ponytail or bun 2.) Leotard and ballet skirt/tutu (Can also wear your favorite ballet costume) 3.) Ballet Slippers/Socks If these are not accessible any close fitting attire is acceptable.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.8
117reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Dance from Hunter College of City University of New York
I am a licensed New York City Public Middle School Dance Educator, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Dance from Hunter College and a Master of Science Degree in Dance Education from NYU. I love to perform and choreograph. I also love helping my students choreograph.Reviews
Live Group Course
$48
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-10
3-12 learners per class
