Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Mademoiselle Fiocre in the Ballet "La Source"
An image of "Mademoiselle Fiocre in the Ballet "La Source"", created by Edgar Degas, c. 1866 (Oil on canvas, 130 x 145 cm).
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Web Gallery of Art: Dancers Preparing for the Ballet
An image of "Dancers Preparing for the Ballet", created by Edgar Degas, c. 1875 (Oil on canvas, 74 x 61 cm).
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: The Ballet Scene From Meyerbeer's Opera 'Robert Le Diable'
An image of "The Ballet Scene from Meyerbeer's Opera 'Robert le Diable'", created by Edgar Degas, c. 1876 (Oil on canvas, 75 x 81 cm).
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Web Gallery of Art: Ballet Rehearsal
An image of "Ballet Rehearsal", created by Edgar Degas, c. 1891 (Oil on canvas, 36 x 88 cm).
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The Worldwide Art Gallery: Degas
This site provides a short biography of Degas (1834-1917 CE) plus digital images of some of his famous paintings.
Library of Congress
Loc: West Side Story: Birth of a Classic
View the online exhibit featuring photographs, documents--opening night telegraphs, letters, notes by Jerome Robbins and Leonard Bernstein, set designs--and other items such as posters, DVD covers, and a pair of slippers worn in the...
Other
A Virtual Tour of St. Petersburg, Russia
Take a virtual tour of St. Petersburg, Russia. See the Peter and Paul Fortress, the cabin of Peter the Great, the summer garden and summer palace of Peter the Great, the Stock Exchange and Rostral Columns, the Menshikov Palace, the...
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Hall of Arts: Suzanne Farrell, Ballerina Extraordinair
This website is devoted to Suzanne Farrell who was inducted in the Academy in 1987. This site has a profile, biography, and interview with the ballerina.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Suzanne Farrell
A biography of ballerina Suzanne Farrell, or Roberta Sue Ficker as she was known earlier in her life. She worked closely with choreographer George Balanchine, and developed a reputation as one of the greatest ballerinas in the 20th...
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet: Russia
A concise summary on the cultural heritage of Russia. The fields of literature, architecture, ballet, musical composition and performance are mentioned, as well as language and religion.
AdLit
Ad lit.org: Reading Discussion Guide: To Dance: A Ballerina's Graphic Novel
To Dance is a graphical memoir of Siena Cherson Siegel, a young girl growing up in Puerto Rico who eventually came to New York to study with the School of American Ballet. It captures the passion of the artist, as well as the discipline...
Other
The Nutcracker
Notes on the story, characters, music, and choreography of "The Nutcracker" ballet.
PBS
Pbs American Masters: Maurice Sendak: Imagination and Art
This PBS site contains two lesson plans. In grades K-2, read books written/illustrated by Maurice Sendak, find out what elementary school was like for Mr. Sendak, and write a class book based on one of his stories. In grades 6-8, learn...
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: "The Dance Class" by Degas
Information is provided about "The Dance Class," by Edgar Degas (1834-1917 CE), who is thought to have made the painting as a tribute to ballet master Jules Perrot.
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Agnes De Mille
This page provides a wonderful overview of the life and accomplishments of choreographer Agnes de Mille. It lists the many ballets that she choreographed throughout her life.
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Jerome Robbins
The John F. Kennedy Center provides an in-depth biography on ballet choreographer Jerome Robbins that discusses his many achievements and works.
Yale University
Living Pictures Representing the History of Black Dance
A brief history of black dance in America, includes dance pioneers in jazz dance, ballet, and modern dance.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Deep Knee Bends: Measuring Knee Stress With a Mechanical Model
Prosthetic limbs and artificial joints can help people with disease or injury lead a normal life. Sports medicine or physical therapy is also an area that relates to this experiment. Either way, this project serves as a good match if any...
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Alvin Ailey
At this site from the John F. Kennedy Center you can read about the life and accomplishments of American choreographer, Alvin Ailey.
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Suzanne Farrell
Presents biographical information on Cincinnati born legendary ballerina, Suzanne Farrell, a Kennedy Center honoree. Includes photos, audio and video, and links to additional resources.
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Tutu.com: Faq Frequently Asked Questions
This site presents articles and videos on tutu construction and how to care for them.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Web Museum: Jean Antoine Watteau
A brief biography of Jean-Antoine Watteau, along with links to other artists of the period. Includes images and descriptions of some of his art.
Library of Congress
Loc: Invitation to the Dance
This site briefly details various artists and group contributions to the history of dance. Includes some information on costume design and dance manuscripts.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Web Museum: Edgar Degas
This is a Webmuseum English biographical essay of Edgara Degas, with a number of art illustrations.
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