Online
A bevy of free online ballerina dress-up games are available online. Merely dressing and accessorizing a digital ballerina provides an amount of satisfaction and enjoyment. If you are a fan of classic ballets, then the Swan Lake Ballet Dress-up Game (at puterdolls.com/swanlake) is for you. The goal is simple: dress the character Odette in classically inspired costumes that span basics—such as tutus, leotards and tights—to glamorous gowns and ornate hairstyles. This straightforward game is sure to provide simple, dress-up pleasure.
Party
Enhance a party with ballerina dress-up time. Collect ballerina costumes in various sizes and colors. These should include leotards, tights, slippers, skirts, wraps and plenty of fluffy tutus. Be sure to include accessories such as jewelry and hair decorations. Don’t forget the tiaras. For inexpensive collecting, visit thrift stores, shop yard sales or ask friends and neighbors for costume loans. During the party, choose an appropriate time to invite the partygoers to transform themselves into gorgeous ballet divas. An alternative to merely dressing up is to make dressing into a fun game. Add excitement by timing how long it takes each partygoer to dress in all of the items. You might end up with a fluffy ballerina donning four pairs of tights, three leotards, two tutus and six headbands, including a tiara. Another idea is to divide the clothes into groupings and host a dress-up relay race. Set rules and just have fun with it. Be sure to take photos of the winners to display in a spot of honor, or get pictures of all the dancers to pop into frames as takeaway party favors.
Costume Creation
After watching a ballet performance, create costumes from iconic scenes. Use these costumes to dress paper dolls or participants. It’s easy to get fancy with lush materials such as tulle or to keep it green using recycled items you find about the house. These may include paper bags, tape, beads, buttons or various other found objects.