The Royal Ballet’s Argentinian principal dancer, Marianela Nuñez, is in lockdown in Buenos Aires. She went there to be near her family and partner, because now home, for Nela, is London, which also happens to be home to her beloved company at The Royal Opera House. We caught up via Skype in June: I was in my … Continue reading about In conversation with Marianela Nuñez
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A look at the English National Ballet School’s Summer Performance 2020
Courageously, the English National Ballet School has worked with its students to produce new works – marvellously put together with some impressive editing by BalletBoyz and Manilla Productions – to create an end of year show, showcase, and celebration. The resulting film is given a bonus lift by Alessandra … Continue reading about A look at the English National Ballet School’s Summer Performance 2020
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#OurHouseToYourHouse: tonight’s Royal Opera House’s 2nd live concert and next week’s programme
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The Royal Opera House has announced its 'Live from Covent Garden' project: a series of three unique performances to be broadcast live via YouTube … Continue reading about Royal Opera House announces its first live performances since lockdown
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