Studio Wayne McGregor has announced four world premieres, two European premieres, five revivals, and celebrations for 30 years of Company Wayne McGregor Wayne McGregorbrings Margaret Atwood’s … [Read more...] about Wayne McGregor: 2022-2023 and beyond
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The Royal Ballet’s Mayerling in 1978, and now live in cinemas
The Royal Ballet opens its 2022-2023 cinema season with Kenneth MacMillan’s Mayerling, marking 30 years since the choreographer’s death in 1992. It will be broadcast on opening night, Wednesday 5 … [Read more...] about The Royal Ballet’s Mayerling in 1978, and now live in cinemas
[Review] Fabula Collective’s MOMENTUM at Sadler’s Wells: Daring. Unstoppable.
"One night only, One night only, One night only" screamed Jennifer Hudson in Dreamgirls. The same can be said for Fabula Collective who performed “Momentum – a mixed bill of seven pieces on the theme … [Read more...] about [Review] Fabula Collective’s MOMENTUM at Sadler’s Wells: Daring. Unstoppable.
La Scala in città – Milan’s opera house offers five days of free events
La Scala continues with its successful project to decentralise performances, scattering the orchestra, chorus, corps de ballet and its ballet school students in various locations around Milan – and it … [Read more...] about La Scala in città – Milan’s opera house offers five days of free events
[Review] Nuñez and Bolle give powerful performances in Onegin at La Scala
An odd mixture of emotions came over me entering the stalls at La Scala to see Onegin. On the ballet’s previous outing, three years ago, I attended a performance with Carla Fracci. We’d walked from … [Read more...] about [Review] Nuñez and Bolle give powerful performances in Onegin at La Scala
Giselle with Alina Cojocaru and the United Ukrainian Ballet: unforgettable moments
I begin this review with the statutory mission of the foundation of the United Ukrainian Ballet: supporting the displaced dancers in their livelihoodupholding ballet and dance as an important part … [Read more...] about Giselle with Alina Cojocaru and the United Ukrainian Ballet: unforgettable moments
[Photo Album] Onegin at La Scala with Roberto Bolle and Marianela Nuñez
Onegin returns to La Scala this evening, Wednesday 14 September, with Roberto Bolle in the title role, Marianela Nuñez as Tatiana, Nicola Del Freo as Lensky, Martina Arduino as Olga and Gabriele … [Read more...] about [Photo Album] Onegin at La Scala with Roberto Bolle and Marianela Nuñez
World Ballet Day 2022 will take place on Wednesday 2 November
The Royal Ballet and The Australian Ballet have announced that #WorldBalletDay 2022 will take place on Wednesday 2 November. This global celebration returns for the ninth year, once again … [Read more...] about World Ballet Day 2022 will take place on Wednesday 2 November
Sir Peter Wright becomes ‘Founding Director Laureate Of Birmingham Royal Ballet’ at 95
Forty-five years after Sir Peter Wright was appointed Director of Sadler’s Wells Royal Ballet, Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB) announces that his title will change from Director Laureate to Founding … [Read more...] about Sir Peter Wright becomes ‘Founding Director Laureate Of Birmingham Royal Ballet’ at 95
Athelhampton House Gala: Stars of The Royal Ballet dance in charity gala this weekend
The Athelhampton House Gala in Dorset has become an annual happening after the Royal Ballet’s Meaghan Grace Hinkis created the event after the first lockdown in 2020. Hinkis, who has been a first … [Read more...] about Athelhampton House Gala: Stars of The Royal Ballet dance in charity gala this weekend
[Review] Nureyev Legend and Legacy – a programme full of ‘wow wee’ moments
Welcome to this new collaboration between Gramilano and me, Matthew Paluch, to be known affectionately as London Calling. I'm honoured to share reviews and discussions here focusing on the London … [Read more...] about [Review] Nureyev Legend and Legacy – a programme full of ‘wow wee’ moments
London’s Ballet Icons Gala 2023 – tickets on sale from 5 September
The annual Ballet Icons Gala will take place on 19 February 2023 at the London Coliseum. After world events forced the cancellation of this year’s edition, next year will see its return with … [Read more...] about London’s Ballet Icons Gala 2023 – tickets on sale from 5 September
Royal Ballet debuts in MacMillan’s Mayerling – in cinemas
Royal Ballet principals Vadim Muntagirov and Marcelino Sambé will make their debuts as Crown Prince Rudolf and Francesca Hayward will make her debut as Mary Vetsera in Kenneth MacMillan’s Mayerling, … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet debuts in MacMillan’s Mayerling – in cinemas
The end of an era – the last issue of Dancing Times is published
The last ever issue of Dancing Times magazine has been published, the September 2022 edition, after 112 years of uninterrupted work in communicating all things dance to its readership. Jonathan … [Read more...] about The end of an era – the last issue of Dancing Times is published
Casting Announced for American Ballet Theatre’s 2022 Fall Season
Casting for American Ballet Theatre’s 2022 Fall season has been announced today by Artistic Director Kevin McKenzie. Principal Dancers for the 2022 Fall season include Joo Won Ahn, Aran Bell, … [Read more...] about Casting Announced for American Ballet Theatre’s 2022 Fall Season
Aaron S Watkin to become new Artistic Director of English National Ballet
English National Ballet announced that Aaron S Watkin has been appointed as its new Artistic Director. He will take up the position in August 2023. Watkin comes to English National Ballet from the … [Read more...] about Aaron S Watkin to become new Artistic Director of English National Ballet
The Royal Ballet School to hold auditions around the world
“The school seeks young dancers with the passion and potential for a future career in classical ballet.” The Royal Ballet School will open applications for its full-time and Mid, Senior and … [Read more...] about The Royal Ballet School to hold auditions around the world
Rudolf Nureyev Legend and Legacy – a starry celebration in London
Rudolf Nureyev’s life and career will be celebrated in London with five performances at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, which is where Nureyev made his London debut. Former Royal Ballet principal … [Read more...] about Rudolf Nureyev Legend and Legacy – a starry celebration in London
Dancing Times magazine to close after 112 years
I write with great sadness that Dancing Times magazine will cease publication and that the September 2022 issue will be its last. As many of you know, I have been writing a column for the magazine … [Read more...] about Dancing Times magazine to close after 112 years
Odesa Opera House reopens, but without Russian music
The Odesa National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet has eliminated Russian music from its programming. The theatre’s artistic director, Nadezhda Babich, said, “We have stopped working on … [Read more...] about Odesa Opera House reopens, but without Russian music
