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« Reply #45 on: March 01, 2010, 09:25:56 AM »
To what extent should one connect with the audience?  And do judges mind if you look them in the eye when you do your post-dance bow/curtsy?
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« Reply #46 on: March 02, 2010, 11:30:39 AM »
http://danceadvantage.net/2009/02/08/7-secrets-of-super-performers/

Super performers know… the eyes have it – Facial expression is important in dance but often people talk only about smiling in a performance. While a smile can be important during certain types of dances, not all dances warrant that expression. In fact, facial expression often has more to do with the eyes than with the mouth. So, rather than focusing on a “smiling” expression, I prefer students to practice an “open” expression with their face. Although THINKING or FEELING this concept is at least half the battle, there are some things you can DO in this case. As you perform, engage the muscles in the face by slightly lifting the eyebrows – not to a comical extreme, but in a way that is comfortable and easy to maintain. It is the same expression most humans use when making eye contact and really listening to a friend or speaking excitedly in conversation. This is why audiences respond well to performers who utilize this technique. Also, truly see, look, and take in the world through your eyes as you dance. As for the rest of the face, be natural. Relax the lower jaw. This will facilitate a smile that comes easily but is not plastered to your face, or aid any expression befitting the mood of your dance."

of course you could just wear an emoticon mask as E_D does  Tongue
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« Reply #47 on: March 02, 2010, 11:53:13 AM »
wow - that is one heck of a piece of advice....
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« Reply #48 on: March 02, 2010, 11:53:50 AM »
except the E_D emoticon bit of course Tongue
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« Reply #49 on: March 02, 2010, 11:59:34 AM »
Quote from: elisedance on March 02, 2010, 11:53:13 AM
wow - that is one heck of a piece of advice....

do I ever disappoint?
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« Reply #50 on: March 02, 2010, 01:10:55 PM »
Nope.  You are very well a-pointed.
Sharp too Wink
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« Reply #51 on: March 02, 2010, 08:27:49 PM »
I am aware of the clave beat in rumba. What is a reverse clave?
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« Reply #52 on: March 03, 2010, 06:08:35 AM »
Quote from: Bordertangoman on March 02, 2010, 11:59:34 AM
Quote from: elisedance on March 02, 2010, 11:53:13 AM
wow - that is one heck of a piece of advice....

do I ever disappoint?

no but there are times that you surprise Shocked
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« Reply #53 on: March 03, 2010, 06:27:11 AM »
Quote from: QPO on March 03, 2010, 06:08:35 AM
Quote from: Bordertangoman on March 02, 2010, 11:59:34 AM
Quote from: elisedance on March 02, 2010, 11:53:13 AM
wow - that is one heck of a piece of advice....

do I ever disappoint?

no but there are times that you surprise Shocked
"No-one expects Bordertangoman!  My chief weapon is surprise...surprise and fear...fear and surprise.... My two weapons are fear and surprise...and ruthless efficiency.... My *three* weapons are fear, surprise, and ruthless efficiency...and an almost fanatical devotion to the Pope.... My *four*...no... *Amongst* my weapons.... Amongst my weaponry...are such elements as fear, surprise.... I'll come in again."
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« Reply #54 on: March 03, 2010, 07:29:17 AM »
I know exactly what you are like I am married to one the same as you  Shocked
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« Reply #55 on: March 03, 2010, 09:06:22 AM »
Quote from: QPO on March 03, 2010, 07:29:17 AM
I know exactly what you are like I am married to one the same as you  Shocked

WELL
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« Reply #56 on: March 03, 2010, 10:35:42 AM »
Quote from: Bordertangoman on March 03, 2010, 09:06:22 AM
Quote from: QPO on March 03, 2010, 07:29:17 AM
I know exactly what you are like I am married to one the same as you  Shocked

WELL
I'd be surprised if she was just OK, let alone well.. Tongue
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« Reply #57 on: March 03, 2010, 10:51:33 AM »
Quote from: Bordertangoman on March 03, 2010, 09:06:22 AM
Quote from: QPO on March 03, 2010, 07:29:17 AM
I know exactly what you are like I am married to one the same as you  Shocked

WELL


what I meant to say before i was glitched was

well maybe there's hope for me Tongue
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« Reply #58 on: March 03, 2010, 10:56:03 AM »
well,
now there is Cheesy
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« Reply #59 on: March 04, 2010, 07:53:20 AM »
always hope...you are a sensitive soul on the inside...that is where is counts
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