Overall, I have thouroughly enjoyed researching George Balanchine. I appreciate him more than ever for the amazing transformation his creative mind brought to the dance world. He changed the face of dance forever, established some of the world's greates dance Companies. At the American Ballet Theatre, it's said to be so difficult to get into, you have to be so extremely flexible, like the girl in the photo above, This particular female dancer, Allegra Kent of the American Ballet, was taught under the teachings and influence of George Balanchine, and I personally had the honor of taking her class and meeting with her personally. Also if you can't land a single Pirouette, in the audition, that's it. You're out of there. No if's, and's, or but's. I aspire to one day dance in the company Mr. B founded, he is such an inspiration, and I am eternally grateful for everything he's given to the art of Ballet. It;'s definatley up to us dancers to continue on the teachings of George Balanchine and carry on his legacy for years to come. And I doubt that his devout followers will ever forget what he's done for everyone and they will bring honor to his name. Even though he is gone, His works will flourish and contiue to influence young dancers for many many years to come.

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