“Dancing is silent poetry.”
- Simonides
Adage, Adagio [French: a-DAHZH]
Adage means “slow, sustained”
movement and has two meanings in Ballet:
1st
meaning: A series of movements following the
centre practice, consisting of slow and graceful movements which may be simple
or complex, performed with as much fluidity and ease as possible. This helps
the dancer build strength and control as the movements are slow. The steps may
include attitude, arabesque, développé, grande rond de jambe, and plié, and
others.
2nd
meaning: The opening section of the
classical pas de deux, in which the ballerina is partnered by a male partner.
Together they perform slow movements in which the male partner lifts, supports
or carries the lady. The lady dancer will usually perform développés,
pirouettes, arabesques and more.
~Julia Brewer
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