From Moira Shearer to Mikhail Baryshnikov, dancers have been making the cross-over from stage to screen. Here are the top movies about ballet.

Feb 19, 2010 - Rachel Dale

Ballet exercises are increasing in popularity, probably because they increase strength and improve balance, grace and stamina while promoting mental relaxation.

Jan 29, 2010 - Amy Sillup

There are many options for those wishing to purchase the Nutcracker, Swan Lake and other popular ballets on DVD. The following guide offers a few suggestions.

Jan 23, 2010 - Ayla Bunyak

Ballet is one of the most beautiful and graceful forms of dance. Read on to learn more about the basics of ballet.

Jan 10, 2010 - Liberty Kontranowski

Some people may argue that the ballets from the Romantic period are dated and irrelevant to today's burning issues, but this is far from the truth.

Dec 21, 2009 - Emma Barrington

Ah, heels. Most women will come into contact with this type of footwear at some point in their lives. Many still will wear them, happily or grudgingly.

Aug 9, 2007 - Nadia Santiago

Yogalates, yoga ballet, cardio barre...the list goes on! Why not keep to an easy at-home fitness routine that has proven ballet dancers around the world to keep slim!

Feb 22, 2007 - Melissa Joaquin

It could hardly be Christmas without a performance of The Nutcracker. Here is a closer look at Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet.

Dec 21, 2006 - Sarah Canice Funke

The film "Black Swan" represents the dark side of ballet. Another type of dark swan is the talented Black American swan Misty Copeland.

Feb 26, 2011 - Diane Evans

Peter Ilych Tchaikovksy's musical contributions to ballet completely revitalized and raised the status and beauty of ballet music for all time.

Jan 3, 2011 - Sarah Lantz

It seems that the more traditional art-forms of opera and ballet are being forgotten. Apollo Cinemas are working hard to make sure that does not happen.

Dec 6, 2010 - Lachlan Scheuber

Going to the ballet at Christmas is part of the festive tradition for a growing number of families. What makes it traditional?

Nov 17, 2010 - Amy Watson

A correctly executed battement tendu is the basis for many exciting steps in classical ballet. This foundation is essential to proper ballet technique.

Aug 19, 2010 - Melinda Green Traves

For ballet dancers, the plié is of foremost importance. It provides balance, flexibility and strength, momentum for jumps and turns, and cushions landings.

Jul 6, 2010 - Melinda Green Traves

There is a perception that if you never took ballet classes as a child, you can't start as an adult. Adult ballet classes have loads to offer physically and artistically.

Mar 23, 2010 - Carol Ryan

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia delivers romantic visuals and precise choreography on its tour of the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Feb 18, 2010 - Alexandra Szydlowska

A comprehensive list of must-haves for every ballet dancer, whether new or seasoned.

Jan 18, 2010 - Liberty Kontranowski

Ballet is a fun, yet challenging after school activity that has many benefits for young children - some of which they will appreciate for the rest of their lives.

Sep 14, 2009 - Jude Schweppe

Russia is often considered to be the home of the best ballet in the world, and the Bolshoi is considered one of the finest ballet companies in the world.

Jun 23, 2009 - Katrina Wallace