Pointe shoes with heels

Pointe shoes with heels
Pointe shoes with heels. Allows dancer to go from standing on the heel, to standing on the toes (en Pointe)

The Pointe Shoe With Heels (also known as Dori Shoes), is a dance shoe that combines the toe box of a pointe shoe with a dance heel approximately 3 in (7.6 cm) in length. It allows the dancer to combine steps from multiple dance styles with classical ballet, by switching balance from standing on the heel to standing on tip of the toes (en pointe), and vice-versa.[1] It was originally created in 2007 by professional Las Vegas choreographer and dancer from Puerto Rico, Dorimar Bonilla. [2] They were first used for performance at a cabaret show by "The Coquettes" at CatHouse, inside the Luxor Hotel and casino in Las Vegas. They have also been seen in shows such as "Ran Can Can" in Puerto Rico, "Sin City Comedy" in Las Vegas, and "Broadway Bares- Las Vegas", produced by American theater choreographer and director, Jerry Mitchell. [3]

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Usage

Ballet technique is essential to develop other dance styles, yet dance shoes that are made for these dance styles limit the presence of ballet by not providing the tools needed to perform several classical ballet moves. At the same time, a traditional pointe shoe doesn’t provide the look that most of today’s shows require. The pointe shoe with heels brings together technique and a contemporary onstage look. A shoe that features a pointe shoe's toe box with a dance heel becomes multi-functional. It allows the dancer to develop a higher level of technique in the performance by not being limited to one specific style. It is intended for the use of professional dancers onstage, as well as training in dance schools, not as a fashion accessory.

Construction

The pointe shoes with heels contain a specially designed sole, to allow the combination of a fully functional pointe shoe's toe box with a dance heel. This sole is flexible so that the dancer can flex or point the feet. The heel is approximately 3 in (7.6 cm). The exterior is covered with satin and it has a similar look to a classic pointe shoe. As in traditional pointe shoes, elastic bands and ribbons must be attached to it to secure the feet. The placement of elastic bands and ribbons varies depending on the physique of the dancer, therefore they can not be attached in the manufacturing process.

References

  1. ^ Womack, Jeremy. "Dori Shoes- Pointes & Heels Dancer Shoe". Jeremy Womack. http://www.jeremywomack.com/2010/11/dori-shoes-pointes-heels-dancer-shoe.html. 
  2. ^ Womack, Jeremy. "Dori Shoes: Pointes and Heels". Las Vegas Nightlife Network. http://www.lasvegasnightlifenetwork.com/photo/albums/dori-shoes-pointes-heels. 
  3. ^ Leach, Robin. "Strip Scribbles". http://www.lasvegasweekly.com/blogs/luxe-life/2010/may/24/strip-scribbles-mario-lopez-lo-bosworth-host-3rd-a/. Retrieved May 24, 2010. 

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