Rocio Aleman was born in Monterrey, Mexico. In 2008 she went to Stuttgart to train at the John Cranko Schule, in 2011 she joined the Stuttgart Ballet becoming Principal Dancer in … [Read more...] about Rocio Aleman answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Marcia Haydée
Voices of British Ballet’s new podcast and platform to celebrate the history of dance in Britain
Tuesday 25 March 2025 sees the launch of Voices of British Ballet, the oral history project that began in 2002 and now will be available via a new website hosting the growing collection of podcasts … [Read more...] about Voices of British Ballet’s new podcast and platform to celebrate the history of dance in Britain
Review: The Royal Ballet in Onegin with “epic and thrilling” scenes from Marianela Nuñez and Reece Clarke
Jonathan Gray enjoys the wonderful sweep and theatricality of John Cranko’s Onegin at the Royal Opera House, with passionate, complex and fully rounded performances. TitleOneginCompanyThe Royal … [Read more...] about Review: The Royal Ballet in Onegin with “epic and thrilling” scenes from Marianela Nuñez and Reece Clarke
The Stuttgart Ballet mourns the passing of Dieter Graefe at 84
Dieter Graefe, former Administrator of the Stuttgart Ballet and holder of the rights to John Cranko’s ballets, died in Stuttgart on Saturday 20 April. As Cranko's heir, he ensured that, after the … [Read more...] about The Stuttgart Ballet mourns the passing of Dieter Graefe at 84
Stuttgart Ballet’s Mackenzie Brown is promoted to Principal Dancer
After her debut as Juliet in John Cranko's Romeo and Juliet on 22 October 2023, Mackenzie Brown, Soloist with the Stuttgart Ballet, was promoted to Principal Dancer by Artistic Director Tamas … [Read more...] about Stuttgart Ballet’s Mackenzie Brown is promoted to Principal Dancer
[Interview] Tamas Detrich’s first five years as director of Stuttgart Ballet
Tamas Detrich’s career with Stuttgart Ballet spans over 45 years, first as a dancer, later as a ballet master, artistic associate then associate artistic director. He became artistic director of the … [Read more...] about [Interview] Tamas Detrich’s first five years as director of Stuttgart Ballet
[Interview] The authentic and passionate Laura Morera – a career without limits
After 27 years with The Royal Ballet, Laura Morera's final performance at the Royal Opera House is on 17 June in Kenneth MacMillan’s Anastasia Act III. She dances on the company’s visit to … [Read more...] about [Interview] The authentic and passionate Laura Morera – a career without limits
Davide Dato stars in the Italian premiere of Uwe Scholz’s The Rite of Spring
Uwe Scholz's version of Le Sacre du printemps (The Rite of Spring) will be performed for the first time in Italy by Davide Dato, principal dancer at the Vienna State Ballet. The work is part of an … [Read more...] about Davide Dato stars in the Italian premiere of Uwe Scholz’s The Rite of Spring
Choreographer and dancer Ismael Ivo has died at 66 from Covid
The choreographer and dancer Ismael Ivo has died at 66 from Covid. He was an important artistic director and organizer in the world of dance spending eight years as director of the Biennale Danza … [Read more...] about Choreographer and dancer Ismael Ivo has died at 66 from Covid
Marianela Nuñez and Roberto Bolle lead a top-notch cast in Onegin at La Scala
John Cranko’s ballet Onegin was brought to La Scala in 1993 as a vehicle for Carla Fracci with Rex Harrington in the title role. It wasn’t, however, Fracci’s first contact with the ballet. Her close … [Read more...] about Marianela Nuñez and Roberto Bolle lead a top-notch cast in Onegin at La Scala
Zakharova, Bolle and Manni are excellent Principals in La Dame aux Camélias, but Andrijashenko steals the show at La Scala
Svetlana Zakharova and Roberto Bolle have both danced the lead roles in John Neumeier's La Dame aux Camélias, but never together. La Scala united its two Étoiles for the opening of its ballet season. … [Read more...] about Zakharova, Bolle and Manni are excellent Principals in La Dame aux Camélias, but Andrijashenko steals the show at La Scala
Nicolas Le Riche announces the Royal Swedish Opera Ballet Season 2018/19
Paving the way for pioneering alliances and unparalleled masterpieces Nicolas Le Riche, the newly appointed Director of the Swedish Royal Ballet, today announced the 2018/19 season featuring … [Read more...] about Nicolas Le Riche announces the Royal Swedish Opera Ballet Season 2018/19
Benois de la Danse winners 2017 – Pite, Pagliero, Riccetto, Haydée, Rodkin, Marchand
Last night, on the Bolshoi’s Historical Stage, the recipients of the Benois de la Danse prizes for 2017 were announced. Crystal Pite won the prize for Best Choreographer for The Seasons’ Canon, … [Read more...] about Benois de la Danse winners 2017 – Pite, Pagliero, Riccetto, Haydée, Rodkin, Marchand
Anaïs Chalendard answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Q&A When did you start dancing? I started taking "ballet" class when I was very little; about 4 years old. But I think I really started proper classes when I turned 6 or 7. Why did you start … [Read more...] about Anaïs Chalendard answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
To Carla Fracci, on your 80th Birthday, from your colleagues and friends
Today is the 80th birthday of the Italian ballerina, Carla Fracci. She was born in Milan on 20 August 1936. To celebrate we asked fellow ballerinas, as well as actresses and designers she has worked … [Read more...] about To Carla Fracci, on your 80th Birthday, from your colleagues and friends
Marcia Haydée, Julio Bocca and Maria Riccetto talk about Uruguay’s new Carmen
My Carmen is not only a beautiful and sensual woman; she is like a wild animal! A woman who thinks only of herself and loves only herself. Marcia Haydée is talking about her ballet Carmen, created … [Read more...] about Marcia Haydée, Julio Bocca and Maria Riccetto talk about Uruguay’s new Carmen
Ballet de Santiago’s Principal Dancer Luis Ortigoza gives his farewell performance
Dressed as Crown Prince Rudolf, after a performance of MacMillan's Mayerling, Ballet de Santiago's Principal Dancer Luis Ortigoza gave his last bows to the packed house at the Municipal Theatre. … [Read more...] about Ballet de Santiago’s Principal Dancer Luis Ortigoza gives his farewell performance
Marcia Haydée answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Q&A When did you start dancing? When I was three years-old. Why did you start dancing? I was born to dance! Which dancer inspired you most as a child? Margot Fonteyn. Which dancer do you … [Read more...] about Marcia Haydée answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Marijn Rademaker answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Q&A When did you start dancing? My soccer coach told me I was a ballet dancer on the field. So according to him around 6; but with actual dancing, amateur-wise, at the age of 8. Why did you … [Read more...] about Marijn Rademaker answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Svetlana Zakharova: I want to go out and dance forever!
Svetlana Zakharova talked to Russia's Izvestia yesterday about her latest projects, including bringing Frederick Ashton's Marguerite and Armand to the Bolshoi. She danced the role for the first time … [Read more...] about Svetlana Zakharova: I want to go out and dance forever!
Evan McKie answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Q&A When did you start dancing? In the womb. Why did you start dancing? I will probably never know the answer to that. I just know why I keep doing it. Which dancer inspired you most as a … [Read more...] about Evan McKie answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Richard Cragun and Marcia Haydée in John Cranko’s ballet “The Taming of the Shrew”
Just over two months ago Richard Cragun, an astounding actor-dancer of great charisma and grace, sadly passed away. He was 67 years old. Here are some photos of Cragun with his long time … [Read more...] about Richard Cragun and Marcia Haydée in John Cranko’s ballet “The Taming of the Shrew”
The Ballet world loses a Prince: Richard Cragun dies at 67
Richard Cragun, one of the most important dancers of the 20th century has died at 67. His legendary partnership with Marcia Haydée, the ground-breaking work at Stuttgart Ballet with John Cranko, and … [Read more...] about The Ballet world loses a Prince: Richard Cragun dies at 67