Ep 5. Barre None

Julie’s Greenroom is an educational preschool show that teaches children about performing arts while featuring talented puppet characters, guest stars, and musical numbers. In the show, Julie Andrews plays as the director, who guides the puppet characters in their theatrical performances and learns lessons about teamwork, empathy, and cultural diversity. Each episode of Julie’s Greenroom features a unique theme, and Season 1, Episode 5, titled “Barre None,” explores the world of ballet.

The episode begins with Julie and her puppet assistant, Gus, setting up the stage for their next performance. As they are preparing the stage, a young girl named Ava appears, carrying her ballet shoes and a tutu. Ava is thrilled to have been selected to perform on Julie’s Greenroom, but she is also nervous because she has never performed for anyone before. Ava tells Julie that she loves ballet and has been practicing for months for this opportunity. Julie reassures Ava that she will do great and invites her to watch the rehearsal of the day’s performance.

The next scene shows the puppet characters performing a dance number that involves both dancing and music. Julie wants to incorporate Ava’s ballet moves into this dance, and she introduces the puppet characters to Ava. The premise of the number is that the characters are pretending to be various animals, from a fish to a dinosaur, and incorporating Ava’s ballet moves into this number presents a perfect opportunity to showcase her skills.

However, one of the puppets, Spike the Beetle, is skeptical about Ava’s ballet moves. He does not think that ballet is dancing and believes that only tap dancing can be considered legitimate. Ava, hurt by these words, excuses herself from the stage, and Julie observes her leaving. She goes after Ava to comfort her and ask her about her feelings. Ava tells Julie that she does not understand why Spike does not like her ballet style. She worries that maybe there is something wrong with her dance moves, and this is why Spike does not like them. Julie reassures Ava that there is nothing wrong with her ballet, and she explains that Spike’s opinion is just one of many. Julie helps Ava understand the importance of having different opinions and tastes and encourages her to embrace her own unique style.

The episode continues with Julie and Ava returning to the stage, where they begin working on a new number for the show. The new number focuses entirely on Ava’s ballet, with the other puppet characters supporting her with music and costumes. One puppet character even joins Ava in her ballet dance, showcasing how ballet moves can complement other dance styles. Ava gets emotional during the performance, and it is evident that she is thoroughly enjoying herself. Even Spike, who was initially skeptical of ballet, can be seen tapping his feet to the music.

The episode ends with the puppet characters giving Ava a round of applause and congratulating her on an excellent performance. Ava feels confident and joyous, and Julie congratulates her on a job well done. The episode overall sends a positive message about the importance of embracing differences, building confidence, and appreciating different kinds of performing arts. It is an excellent episode for children who love ballet or want to learn more about it. The episode is a beautiful combination of entertaining, engaging, and educational content that can inspire children to pursue their unique interests and style.