Black Swan Pas de Deux with Commentary | Kathryn Morgan

Black Swan Pas de Deux with Commentary | Kathryn Morgan
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Here is Odile's Black Swan Pas de Deux from the ballet Swan Lake. Once again, I take you through with commentary and give you technique and performance tips, ballerina insights, and (hopefully) some humor! My partner is PNB principal Seth Orza. Here come the fouettes!
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I am soloist with Miami City Ballet a former soloist with the New York City Ballet. When I was a young student, I was always looking for insights into the ballet world and how to improve my dancing as well as beauty and lifestyle tips. Now that I am a professional, it is my turn to share.
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[@AntiArmedWierdo]

"not my best dancing" Still owns the eff out of it and looks badass doing it.

[@olivianelson4524]

I have been sick for 4 years, (muscle disease and dysautonomia)I danced all through high school struggling immensely throughout my junior and senior year. After my last season ended and my disease progressed I stopped doing pretty much everything. After watching you dance with your disease I started taking some dance classes at my city's rec center. I just want to thank you for giving my the courage to dance again. You're an inspiration

[@estherhadassa1061]

Well, your "not my best dancing" is still waaayyy better than I could possibly even dream of doing .....

[@annaballerina7176]

Yes! You were amazing! I would love to do odile when I'm in a company and I could never do this good😍

[@Tigerheiress]

"hello! just pay attention to the tutu. the white swan wasn't as mean." dead 😂💀

[@ballerinafromtheblock]

Virginsuicde 😂😂😂😂😂

[@mathildewesendonck7225]

vaniteen this happens when men don‘t care about women‘s dresses 👗 😂🤷🏻‍♀️

[@gpopov777]

Will someone explain the “tutu” comment please??? Kathryn dances absolutely amazing despite the challenges , just total pro with such fluidity and artistry!

[@kiwilerner]

@@gpopov777 It's a snarky reminder to the Prince that duh, Odile (black swan) wears a black tutu, whereas Odette (white swan) = white tutu. He's so enamored by Odile that he thinks she's Odette even though the swans are conveniently color-coded for easy identification! And that's a guy for you. ;)

[@Erika-cw4lk]

"Just a little heads up there dude"😂😂Katie I love these commentary ballet videos because you are so funny and I get to watch your beautiful technique

[@chloemaguire1621]

Same

[@alimaddison5594]

Your port de bras is to die for Katie, definitely an iconic part of your artistry. Love these videos! xx

[@lisalawson3546]

Ali Maddison totally agree. 100%.

[@annaballerina7176]

Yes! Have you done a port se bras video? If not then you should really one

[@Tigerheiress]

Ali Maddison i know

[@alecsia96]

Kathryn's upper body is so smooth and expressive you'd hardly believe she was a NYCB dancer... I much prefer the Russian version for Odile's solo, the music is so sinister and... 'Odilish'?

[@gracethome6959]

Alexandra .Martins Odilian, perhaps?

[@katelyntrujillo1468]

“If you just paid attention to the tutu, Hello!” New T-shirt!!

[@koenengelen1]

Your fouettés were absolutely beautiful, so smooth and delicate! I really liked how you went into a manège too.

[@KiwiGirl941]

I. Love. Your. Attitude. Your acting .... The sass and mischief in your eyes. It's perfect!!

[@ym_yongmai]

Love how you flirt with the prince! XD

[@phamiltn4923]

Chalesa Gowanit I

[@xy2565]

when you watch back on these videos how do you feel? Do you feel nostalgic? Or ever wish you were still able to do this and perform each night? Very curious to know :)

[@emrambles7949]

Loved this video and I actually prefer the Russian version of Black Swan - it's the first one I knew, before the "American" one. Your dancing is beautiful and I admire you so much for going out there and just dealing with what you had and making such a gorgeous performance out of it. Your artistry and musicality are magnificent, sick day or not.

[@PoisonedApathy]

Mimi Rambles I grew up with this version. But actually this music was never used by Petipa in the original production, but the "American" one.

[@2snowgirl520]

Mimi Rambles , I agree! I love the Russian variation and the music.

[@emrambles7949]

Oh really! I didn't know that. It's funny how even classical ballets can vary so much in terms of the music that is used. La Bayadère has four acts in some versions and only three in others. So interesting.

[@annaballerina7176]

Yes! I knew Russian first, but I look better doing the other one, so I prefer that one for myself!

[@jillianb2631]

This is my preferred Black Swan variation; the music is so beautiful (and I also learned it off of KZbin! XD). Yay! You nailed it!

[@Buttercremee]

"dont you dare to touch me but oh yes yeah now you can touch me" crying 😂

[@missmr4859]

Even if it wasn't your best dancing, you did your best, and absolutely owned it. Besides, if I see someone dancing even 1% better than me, I'm just like "this is perfect I can't even why can't I dance this good" Also, this is also a big inspiration to me. Just seeing someone who had a big illness and had disenigrating muscles and all of that stuff, but still pulling off a very hard variation is just fantastic. Great job :)

[@CL-lo4wd]

Because when your muscles are disintegrating you do what you can do ... Kathryn, you are a real inspiration and your candor and determination and spirit make you the extraordinary artist that we see, but most importantly, you make the world a better place because you give all of us who are struggling the strength to keep going. Thank you!

[@forrestforyou]

I can definitely feel Odile’s attitude and sassiness!

[@natybixcoito01]

I agree with you 110% about Odile, it is about flirting and deceiving Sigfried, not just putting on some b*tch face. And the more connected with Rothbart the better!

[@mofogie]

Kathryn, I'm sorry about your illness, I also have hormonal fatigue, but I gotta say, your loss has been the world's gain. Your channel gives premium info and insight into the world of ballet. Thank you, from all your viewers I'm sure, from the bottom of our hearts

[@patsykiniry3564]

HE LOOK S LIKE HE'S FLYING IN HIS SOLO

[@patsykiniry3564]

LIKE HE MAKES IT LOOK SO EASY

[@yfzhou8074]

"My fouettes are over!" That cracked me up so much. I love these videos and the dancing is so beautiful!

[@balletshoes]

You really become the character! Your 'not best dancing' is so pretty and eye flattering so it makes me wonder what is your best dancing like. I loooove your russian/european variation. To be honest I prefer it over all others. I'm curious which dancers did you look at on youtube to prepare for it? Also a question for Odille's mimicing Odette - in order to become the character I have heard two versions of mental preparation, so to speak - one is you mimic the white swan to fool the Prince and the other is you are mocking her. Which one do you think is better? Oh, and Seth's a la seconde's are amazing!

[@Becca852]

really love what you said about your fouette turns! You just do the best you can, nice and tidy. Sometimes we are just too busy chasing all those crazy fancy steps...

[@Legittoquit1]

This is my favorite swan. I’ve seen a lot . 💕🌷

[@lyra_hou]

If you just paid attention to the tutu.... you made my day!

[@TheMamzellemanon]

Oh my goodness. I love how you portray Odile. **

[@barbaramenezesoficial]

Loved it as always. It's so amazing that you could dance so well when you were sick. Bravo, Katie!!

[@LaurenKatherine2014]

I absolutely love these videos with your commentary. Please make more of these! This was a stunning performance, Katie!

[@LuizFilipeLucchiari]

I appreciate you being honest about the mistakes or the improvements you could have done. Humbleness is such a gold virtue in the world of dance. Bravo!

[@TheArtisanTarotTBMoon]

I know you were sick when you danced to this but you did an amazing job! Yes I saw some of the issues you were saying before you mention them in the video but if the thyroid issues were taking issue like that and you were still able to get through swan lake and as the black swan you are a trooper!

[@GGritsun]

Katy you were brilliant! If you hadn’t said you were poorly, no one would have known!!

[@yanyan7410]

Been waiting for this 😍😍😍 I absolutely love watching these type of videos

[@junnnerrr]

YAAAAS QUEEN! I've been waiting for this one!!!! I love that you talked about focusing your dancing on the prince! Such a great point! Beautiful technique/artistry as always!

[@alynam.9389]

I love your channel and I love these vids to!!! Thank you so much for your hard work! (I already admire you alot so keep up that good work) 🖒❤

[@madalenes9571]

You’re definitely an inspiration to a late starting ballerina like me! You’re such a wonderful role model and I appreciate all of the beginners classes you upload! ❤️

[@michellem.4305]

Love this! So fun to see your performance and listen to your commentary! Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@edanalord3163]

I like how you talked about the emotion of Odile - it's definitely being lost by many dancers particularly in guesting performances where its just the pdd. Your emotion and presentation of Odile is absolutely stunning. And as you say often, its better to keep technique clean and crisp than going overboard with tricky things and that definitely shows here. Loved it.

[@coopertage]

So beautiful to watch.....the artistry in your arms/wrists/hands are just exquisite!

[@animepanda6657]

Aw i love your guidance throughout the piece and u did so well

[@ClaireLillywhite94]

I've just gone from watching all your vlogs on your other channel and it's so weird because I almost forget that you can do all this amazing ballet!! So beautiful to watch!!

[@jasminewat2662]

I'm seeing this in July and I love to know the storyline! Thank you so much, your dancing is beautiful x

[@AriRHen]

I got goosebumps throughout this! Mesmerising

[@theatreandbeautylover2489]

This was incredible Katie! Loved watching it!

[@Nixijokenzi]

This is amazing! I love your commentary! "Hi Caroline!" Lol!

[@gymerin]

lovely! its so fun to see you dance and to hear how the steps apply to the story. thanks, Katie!

[@krhodes02]

This is probably my favorite one from you so far!

[@gigic.7809]

thanks Katie, you danced beautifully!!!!!! such a natural talent

[@bookwormballerina53]

YEEEEEEEEES I was waiting so long for this!!! Thank you!!!

[@megs3180]

Just wanted to let you know that I'm addicted to your videos. I danced when I was younger, but gave it up, because, to be honest, I just wasn't all that good, but I still adore watching it.

[@delilakru5356]

Katy, you danced the black swan just as perfect as the white swan♥ and you are one of my favourite ballet dancers. You have such emotion when you dance. You are incredible!! ♥

[@xxJodelleFerlandxx]

This is exquisite! Your acting is so exceptional and your dancing has such a unique flair here.

[@cf8595]

I got lured in to a lot of black swan pieces this morning down the youtube rabbit hole, and I can appreciate so many types of dancer and interpretations. I know hypothyroidism can lead to lack of muscle tone as you mentioned, but I think your softer phase here works wonders for your beauty and femininity, something I can't say about some of the principals I've been watching. You look graceful, fluid, royal, effortless and alluring!

[@rosekopelowitz5069]

You are such a great actress! Your characters are always so real

[@madisonl1953]

I love these commentary videos!!

[@jancizinsky6194]

I have just discovered your channel and love all the videos.I admire you,your technique is wonderful

[@aaliyahjanae2029]

This was Fun to watch I really enjoyed it❤❤❤

[@Rozochka77777]

She is wonderful!!!

[@yasueinparadise5822]

Thanks for sharing!! Love your videos!

[@SouthernGothBelle]

I was so caught off guard when she said “hi Caroline” I answered back😂

[@laurel6783]

I agree with the too audience friendy part. I love your acting in this!

[@inadelic5147]

You're such an amazing dancer!! Love you!!

[@DemonsSister]

This is invaluable. I never thought I wanted to know what a ballet dancer is thinking while performing. I wish you weren't so hard on yourself. You are exquisite.

[@em-jstrang3205]

Best Birthday present I could ask for is this long awaited video XD xxx

[@whatdoyousuppose]

4:39 I grew up watching the 2005 ABT filmed version with Gillian Murphy and she went on the upstage side of him as you did here!

[@alyssahicks457]

I love your ballet commentary vids!! Any tips on getting into your best ballet shape

[@Irisheddy]

I love your commentary

[@studybug5189]

You are amazing Katy!!!!

[@SLAVEforLISA]

Beautiful, Katie! I loved that you just did the Russian version in a snap off You Tube. Haha...

[@majoe.1068]

I love how she always says she was sick but always looks so pretty. Dude, i wish i danced like that😂 i cant even do a proper pas de chaus

[@missm8067]

It’s interesting to watch you dance Odile because based on what we know about you in your videos, this is like the opposite of how you are in real life but you play her so well 😃

[@llamalover02]

"I learned it off of KZbin and then performed it two days later!" That quote is so inspiring to college students everywhere.

[@ogkpopstan]

you played an AMAZING black swan!!!

[@alinebicalho753]

Passionate. Wonderfully beautiful! 👏👏👏

[@austinacmes]

Beautiful fouettés. Despite it could use more power and speed, it's very nice to watch. Joyful to the audiences.

[@reaganstrum2984]

She has such strong feet and legs!

[@sofiabonilla6723]

I love this kind of videos, you are perfect, i wish i could dance like you!

[@claireschweizer4765]

You are the best!!!!!

[@Parodies2009]

so graceful

[@dafttendirekt]

Did you happen to record your performance as Juliet in Romeo and Juliet? I love Prokofiev! It would be nice to see your commentary on it.

[@faithirismacilvaine2499]

Love this video!

[@clairebeck3532]

That was beautiful! I strive to be like you!

[@alainac.8183]

I know nothing about ballet but I do enjoy these vids

[@maryemmhiri4958]

you are right, your fouettés looks so good and beautiful 😍😍😍😍

[@saccarois]

WOW, georgeus!!!

[@sarahn.4775]

This was gorgeous! I would never guess you were sick! I especially love the way you bouree and use your upper body!

[@jenaltman6479]

oh my god you are absolutely beautiful to watch and such an inspiring figure, thank you so much for sharing this!!!!!!! love these commentary videos:))))

[@buniny]

Even if it wasn't your best, that was still stunning :D I loved every bit of it!

[@gabrielleadams7828]

Katie that was amazing!!!! Also the Russian version of that variation is my favourite

[@ronja8293]

I love your videos! Youre such an inspiring example for me. btw I' m also doing ballet

[@AykutKoc96]

Hi Kathryn, could you do a video with tips for guys on how to be a good partner. Love you videos!!

[@foodie2525]

YOU ARE SUCH AN AMAZING DANCER WOW

[@viviannemoreno4383]

Wait "not [your] best dancing?" do you have any idea what I'd give to be able to dance like you do in this video? I'm really impressed with your level of dancing because if this isn't your best performance, I can't even imagine how you are at your best! I'm really happy your thyroid is better (as someone who suffers from hypothyroidism since birth I know how it is) and these dancing commentaries series are some of your best videos! Lots of love from Colombia

[@tutus4life]

That variation has always been the one I preferred. The music seems so sinister and evil compared to the other one which I think fits Odile's character much better. Definite plus for it being way easier to dance 😂

[@sysib2308]

can you please do a video on ronde de jambes en l'air and what correct muscles to use and how to keep your alignment when you do them? I'm struggling with this step! thank you so much!

[@Sarahmarionm]

You did amazing in this part

[@avadugal3073]

that was gorgeous!

[@georgiabranthwaite455]

Yayayyayayya im so excited

[@andreabweek]

Awe man these are so cool! I really want to be in swan lake when I get older and I’d like to be the Black Swan I’m already practicing my 32 spins

[@Anna-vz5jl]

Beautiful. Thank you for giving us a inside look at your 🩰. You make it look so easy . But obviously it’s not. Your a beautiful dancer .