# Explanatory Slow Motion Ballet PostTV Showcases Washington Ballet Dancers' Most Difficult Moves By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-06-02 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washington-ballet References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/366051/A-Slow-Motion-Look-At-Some-Of-The-Most-Challenging-Dance-Moves-In-Ballet/) & [washingtonpost](http://www.washingtonpost.com/posttv/the-washington-ballets-hardest-dance-moves/2014/04/16/bd2bbaa6-c588-11e3-b708-471bae3cb10c_video.html) In a new video, [dancers from the Washington Ballet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-convention) show off their most difficult moves in [slow motion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-capture-technology). The Washington Post captured these graceful dance steps, showcasing not only the dancers' athleticism, but the [beauty of ballet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-x-ros) as well. While the sign of a good dancer is making a piece look effortless, these moves are anything but. In the video, six professional performers from the Washington Ballet showcase a challenging move and explain how it is done and why is it difficult to do. From a 540 battement en rond to five double tours in a row, not only do these ballet dancers execute flawlessly, they also demonstrate incredible control as they come out of them, landing a perfectly held posed position. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Viral](https://www.trendhunter.com/viral) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Slow Motion Performance:** Opportunity to use slow motion technology to showcase the artistry and athleticism of various sports and performance arts. - **Explainer Videos for Performance Arts:** Opportunity to use well-produced explainer videos to educate and intrigue audiences about various performance arts. - **Celebrating Physical Artistry:** Opportunity to highlight the incredible athleticism and beauty of sports and performance arts in mainstream media. ### Who This Affects Most - **Performing Arts:** Opportunity for performing arts companies to showcase their dancers/musicians/actors in a unique and engaging way. - **Sports:** Opportunity for athletes and sports organizations to showcase the artistry and beauty in their respective sports. - **Media:** Opportunity for media companies to produce and distribute explainer videos and slow motion content to educate and entertain their audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ballet-Inspired Altheticwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/en-pointe-collection.md) - [Endurance Tap Dance Performances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endurance-tap-dance.md) - [Dancing NFT Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natyaverse.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Split-Toe Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-rift-black-swan.md) - [Balletcore Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkinetic-fluent-1.md) - [Ballet Summer Block Parties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-block-parties.md) - [Elegant Ballerina-Inspired Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satin-ballerin.md) - [Gracefully Dynamic Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-tower.md) - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md)