: a ballet position in which the body is balanced on the extreme tip of the toe
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Courtesy of Bettmann Archive The exchange gets a standing ovation
Overall, the audiences thought the exchange was on pointe.
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Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 24 Apr. 2025
While jazz shoes are worn for some portions for the modern element, Batley said pure classical ballet is also featured, such as in the flower scene where the dancers are on pointe.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
At 6 feet, 2 inches, Heil easily accommodates the extra height of a ballerina on pointe shoes.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
The episode captures Brandt’s tireless dedication, from lacing up her pointe shoes to executing perfect pirouettes in the middle of a New York City street.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
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Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 24 Apr. 2025
While jazz shoes are worn for some portions for the modern element, Batley said pure classical ballet is also featured, such as in the flower scene where the dancers are on pointe.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
At 6 feet, 2 inches, Heil easily accommodates the extra height of a ballerina on pointe shoes.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
The episode captures Brandt’s tireless dedication, from lacing up her pointe shoes to executing perfect pirouettes in the middle of a New York City street.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
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“Pointe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pointe. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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