Posts by movita beaucoup

who’s the worst?

who's the worst // movita beaucoup

During our time together, you’ve learned all about four of the world’s most famous ballets. Congrats! You’re on your way to becoming a bona fide balletomane! You’ve also learned about four of the world’s most famous jerks: Duke Albrecht, Solor, Franz, and Prince Siegfried. But who’s the worst? Whaddya think? Cast your vote below! (Read…

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ballet explained: swan lake, act 4 {finale}

ballet explained: swan lake // movita beaucoup

Back at the lake, Odette and the other swans are inconsolable. The spell cast upon them can’t be broken now that Prince Siegfried has pledged his eternal love to the wrong beast at the Betrothal Ball. Prince Siegfried finds the swans on the shore comforting one another. He runs to Odette and explains that von Rothbart…

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ballet explained: swan lake, act 3

ballet explained: swan lake // movita beaucoup

It is the evening of the Royal Betrothal Ball. It’s a lavish affair, and everyone is excited for Prince Siegfried to pick a bride. There are a lot of potential roommates at the event, but Siegfried’s still into the idea of hooking up with Odette, despite the fact that for most of the day she’s a…

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ballet explained: swan lake, act 2

ballet explained: swan lake // movita beaucoup

Deep in the woods, Prince Siegfried has ditched his friends and finds himself at a lake. There are some beautiful white swans there, and one of them looks extra sparkly. That classy swan is Odette. Naturally, Siegfried’s first instinct is to murder her with his new crossbow. Siegfried raises his weapon and takes aim at…

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ballet explained: swan lake, act 1

ballet explained: swan lake // movita beaucoup

Our story takes place long ago in the Land of Impulsive Decisions. It is the evening of Prince Siegfried’s 21st birthday, and he’s celebrating with his tutor, friends, and some peasants. Remember when your parents made you invite your entire class to your birthday parties? It’s like that. The soirée is a real rager – or at…

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i ❤️ 2.0

i heart 2.0 // movita beaucoup

I met 2.0 on September 11, 2008. That’s nine years of 2.0 being 2.0 to enjoy. Let’s look back on just a few of my favourite moments with him, shall we? 2.0: Our neighbours have been asking if we’re Jewish. movita: What? 2.0: OUR NEIGHBOURS ASKED IF WE ARE JEWISH. movita: Yah, I heard you, I’m…

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ebony is lying in a bowl of water

ebony is lying in a bowl of water // movita beaucoup

Back in 2008, I was just getting to know 2.0, and hadn’t yet realized that conversations like this would become a significant part of my everyday life. 2.0 and Ebony the Cat were traveling home to visit family for the holidays when he called for my assistance on a wee matter. The phone rings: movita: Hello? 2.0: Hey!…

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crap no. 33

crap i've been meaning to tell you about // movita beaucoup

I had big plans for this summer which included blogging, writing a volume of Ballet Explained, a collection of autofictional essays and a bestselling children’s book, becoming a skilled dance photographer, and purging our entire house. I have achieved 2.5% of this. (Okay, 1.5%.) I believe my lack of productivity has something to do with…

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crap no. 32

crap i've been meaning to tell you about // movita beaucoup

My summer of funemployment is underway! I know what you’re thinking: please don’t ever use the word funemployment again. I can’t make any promises. I know I said I’d be around here a lot more, but I’ve been super busy. I reorganized my craft room, bought a new scratching post for the cats, and… well…

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