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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Arthur Mitchell

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography on dance legend Arthur Mitchell discusses his establishment of the Dance Theatre of Harlem and the impact it has had on the world of dance, music, and theatre.
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The Nutcracker

For Students 9th - 10th
Notes on the story, characters, music, and choreography of "The Nutcracker" ballet.
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CGFA

Carol Gerten Fine Arts: Edgar Degas

For Students 9th - 10th
This presentation from the Carson-Janson Fine Art Association provides a list of Degas paintings in thumbnail format. Includes a link to his biography.
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The Perfect Pointe: The Physics of Toe Shoes

For Students 9th - 10th
A study of the physical principles behind pointe dancing is necessary in order to improve dancers' technique as well as to fully appreciate the art of ballet. Learn about parts of a toe shoe, types of toe shoes, how dancers maintain...
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The Worldwide Art Gallery: Degas

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site provides a short biography of Degas (1834-1917 CE) plus digital images of some of his famous paintings.
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Margot Fonteyn

For Students Pre-K - 1st
An image of Margot Fonteyn.
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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Alvin Ailey

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from the John F. Kennedy Center you can read about the life and accomplishments of American choreographer, Alvin Ailey.
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Careers New Zealand

Careers New Zealand: Dancer

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough description of a career as a dancer. Information includes tasks and duties, personal requirements, how to enter the job market, working condition, employment conditions, and statistics in current job market. A personal profile...
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Starfall

Starfall: Peter Tchaikovsky

For Students Pre-K - 1st
An online story for beginning readers about Peter Tchaikovsky, and two ballet dances that are based on his music. A short biography of Tchaikovsky is also found here.
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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

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For Students 3rd - 8th
This ibiblio.org page provides an introspective look into the story behind Degas' dancer paintings. Also includes a gallery of such paintings as "The Dancing Class."
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Curated OER

Ec Title

For Students 9th - 10th
A short video of Evelyn Cisneros dancing through a sequence of changing roles. The clip gives viewers a sense of Cisneros's artistic range and is from the opening sequence of a documentary about her career. The documentary was produced...

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