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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Body and Mind: Ballet

For Students 3rd - 8th
Meet an expert ballerina to learn what it takes to become a ballet dancer. Find out what gear you will need, safety tips, the basics of ballet dance, and more.
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American Ballet Theater: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site of one of the United States' largest and oldest classical ballet companies. Includes repertory and performance information as well as photos and biographies of the dancers. A ballet dictionary with videos and photos...
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Ballet Met Columbus: Ballet Notes

For Students 9th - 10th
This page on the BalletMet Columbus site provides notes on many classical ballets. Also provides biographies on famous ballet choreographers and composers. Click on links for fun ballet games.
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Vance Holmes's Fantastic Tap Dance Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th
Searchable glossary of terminology common in tap dance, compiled by Vance Holmes, M.F.A., choreographer, and dance educator. Links to other dance and music dictionaries.
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Houston Ballet

For Students 9th - 10th
The Houston Ballet's website profiles the classical company's leading dancers and offers information on its current season. Also provides history and information on The Houston Ballet Academy.
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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...