When you partner there are a few things you must realize. A pas de deux forms an expression of feelings and thoughts between lovers. The objective of a good partner is to focus the audience's attention on the the ballerina. He makes her look as light as air, and that she is the most beautiful thing in the world. By doing this, he must not draw attention to himself, but to focus all of his attention on his partner. They must move in a way that is unison and in which flows to the music. The ballerina must have good technique, and the danseur is there to support her on her turns and lifts. Expression also helps when you partner. It shows the audience that the couple is very much in love, and it brings life to the character the ballerina and danseur are protraying. |