We know that the Royal Ballet's dancers are exceptional, we've seen that the designs and lighting are magical, but the jury is still out on whether Christopher Wheeldon's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland satisfies as a theatrical piece.Clement Crisp's final paragraph from his Financial Times review of the current run was, But for all the unflagging energies, physical and … [Read more...] about Critics Round-Up: An ‘imaginatively crafted delight’ or a ‘thin ballet’? Royal Ballet’s Alice
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Ken Russell dies at 84
Ken Russell, the British director of "Women in Love" and "The Devils", has died at the age of 84. In a statement his wife said, It was completely unexpected. He had recently agreed to direct the feature film Alice In Wonderland The Musical and he was working on the script and casting of that." Russell began his directing career with the BBC and went on to make some of the … [Read more...] about Ken Russell dies at 84
The Royal Ballet’s Sarah Lamb talks to The Independent
Sarah Lamb is sewing shoes: I sew four or five a week, and I use a razor blade to pare them down. Today in the Manon rehearsal the floor is dirty in the first act, then you get blood on a shoe in the next act, so new shoes are needed. I believe there used to be a boy here once who did it for £5 a time, but he has gone." She is talking to The Independent about her world. Apart … [Read more...] about The Royal Ballet’s Sarah Lamb talks to The Independent
Michael Gough, distinguished actor and Batman’s butler, dies at 94
Poised and distinguished-looking, with an eloquent speaking voice and a long-lipped sneer, Michael Gough deployed his talent for depicting seducers, serial killers and other well-bred villains to menacing effect.Although best known to international audiences as Batman's butler Alfred in the movie franchise, he appeared in numerous West End productions over 40 years. One of … [Read more...] about Michael Gough, distinguished actor and Batman’s butler, dies at 94
Alices everywhere from London to New York, from film to stage, from musical to ballet. Now in tartan…
Alices are popping out all over the place. Tim Burton is partly to blame for the latest batch with his Johnny Depp film Alice in Wonderland in 3D last year. Here in Italy there is an (awful) touring musical Alice nel Paese delle Meraviglie, opening on Broadway in a few days is Wonderland, and of course there is the current Christopher Wheeldon ballet at Covent Garden. But let's … [Read more...] about Alices everywhere from London to New York, from film to stage, from musical to ballet. Now in tartan…
OSCARs 2011 – quotes and winners
OSCAR quotes: "I have a feeling my career's just peaked." - Colin Firth, upon winning best actor.“I thought it would be nice to celebrate film rather than fashion.” - Bonham Carter said of the constant scrutiny of her red carpet fashions this awards season.“I would like to thank the queen of England for not putting me in the Tower of London for using the Melissa Leo … [Read more...] about OSCARs 2011 – quotes and winners
BAFTAs 2011 – quotes and winners
BAFTA quotes: "It is very strange to look back after seven films and remember how wary I was of putting Harry on the big screen. I kept saying no. But being involved with these films has been one of the best experiences of my life." - J K Rowling on the 7 Harry Potter films“It would mean an enormous amount if that were to be the case. Even if the person you were playing … [Read more...] about BAFTAs 2011 – quotes and winners
The King’s Speech, Colin Firth and Natalie Portman – so no surprises at this year’s BAFTAs
The story of King George VI's struggle to overcome a stammer, aided by his devoted wife, dominated the Orange British Academy Film Awards. Colin Firth continued his winning streak by taking the best actor prize for his portrayal of the reluctant monarch. Helena Bonham Carter and Geoffrey Rush won the supporting actor categories.reports Anita Singh in The … [Read more...] about The King’s Speech, Colin Firth and Natalie Portman – so no surprises at this year’s BAFTAs
Top 10 films of 2010 – Toy Story 3 leads worldwide box-office takings
What the world watched in 2010 - global box-office in millions of dollars:1 Toy Story 3 BV $1,063.12 Alice in Wonderland (2010) BV $1,024.33 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 WB $865.84 Inception WB $825.45 Shrek Forever After P/DW $739.86 The Twilight Saga: Eclipse Sum. $693.57 Iron Man … [Read more...] about Top 10 films of 2010 – Toy Story 3 leads worldwide box-office takings