Welcome to the third and last part of our interview series where Michael Banzhaf, soloist of Staatsballett Berlin, takes us along his 19-year-long career and journey as a ballet dancer. Once again, there’s quite a lot of ballet wisdom to discover, so let’s get right into it! Limits of the ... Read More...
Work out Motivation: 16 inspirational tips how to re-start exercising
Do you want to re-start exercising after a break or an injury? The first step can be hard at times, especially if you are not in the shape you once were. That´s why I want to help you find motivation and inspire you to take it easy and just start - because it´s totally worth it and you just have to ... Read More...
Interview with a ballet dancer: A challenging life & career – Part 2
This is part 2 of the blog post series with Staatsballett Berlin soloist Michael Banzhaf, who gives an insight into his experiences and learning progress throughout his 19 year long career as a ballet dancer. I’m sure his words will inspire you, because they not only apply to the ballet world but ... Read More...
Why art and movement are key to happiness, confidence & success
1. You feel alive and powerful Movement and creation makes you feel alive, dynamic and full of energy. When you move and create you build up self-esteem and trust, because you nourish your body and soul with what they need. You become powerful and confident - you decide what’s going on in your life ... Read More...
How to start an art project without pressure
Are you like me and dream of doing artwork or an art project? Perhaps you´re an injured dancer and can´t dance at the moment? Or you're not a dancer, but just wish to create and express yourself? There's always something in the way or you don´t know where to start and what to choose? I assembled ... Read More...
Interview with a ballet dancer: A challenging life & career – Part 1
Earlier this week, I attended an inspiring event held by Staatsballett Berlin to honor soloist ballet dancer Michael Banzhaf who will end his 19 year long career this season. He was interviewed in a very calm and intimate setting by deputy artistic director Dr. Christiane Theobald. It was very ... Read More...
How to develop your ballet dancing when you can’t go to class
Certainly I don't have to tell you that not being able to go to class is annoying. When you're injured, can't afford (more) classes or the responsibilities of adult life get in the way, it is not fun. However, you can still develop your ballet dancing, connect with ballet in multiple ways and ... Read More...
Ballet season 2016/2017: Behind the Scenes at the Opening
Ballet season 2016/2017 has finally arrived! This saturday, I went to Deutsche Oper Berlin (where Staatsballett Berlin trains and performs), for their opening of the ballet season 2016/2017! It was a great event with ballet rehearsals, costume exhibitions and I took a lot of pictures :-) Follow me ... Read More...