Little Ballerina

Read this with interest. Always wondered the same thing, and to me, sometimes the Royal Ballet make some decisions that I simply cannot work out. I happen to know that they always look for 180 degrees turnout and rotation in the hip, from a young age. I agree about the physique developments too; At the start off the audition when they look at each individual candidate from different angles, I assume this is when they check this.

In terms of height, when I have been at my auditions so far (Elmhurst, Royal and English National), I have been one of the shortest there. I don't think I am small, or tall, but mostly in the middle. I'm around 5 foot 3 inches. I always feel exceptionally small at auditions, and rather well-built in terms of muscle, which I certainly am not! My legs are no where near as strong as they should be, yet, in comparison to other girls legs, mine seem like a sprinter's legs! For tall dancers, I would advise ENB, as their dancers seem very tall, stick thin, and with legs that never seem to end.

Anyone ever felt like this?

Yes will do! Also, must pm you but, I'm sure my little sister dances with you on a friday at FTP, along with another little girl who also attends your Elmhurst class?

LB x

Has anyone heard anything from Upper School auditions for Royal? My audition was the 11th and still waiting.

Don't know if any of you remember me, but also a yes, for sixth form finals.

LB x