Cory Stearns, a Principal Dancer with American Ballet Theatre since 2011, will retire from the Company following performances of Onegin during the 2026 Summer season. He will perform the title role … [Read more...] about Cory Stearns to retire from American Ballet Theatre
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The best dozen dance shows of 2025 – a legacy of memories from Graham Watts’ year in dance
2025 saw a recovery in the number of shows that I saw, rising to 157 (from 135 in 2024) and – accounting for mixed programmes - they contained 216 separate works (rising from 176 in 2024). Although … [Read more...] about The best dozen dance shows of 2025 – a legacy of memories from Graham Watts’ year in dance
American Ballet Theatre’s Summer Season 2026 at the Metropolitan Opera House
American Ballet Theatre’s Summer Season 2026 at the Metropolitan Opera House – from 17 June to 18 July – will feature a new staging of Don Quixote, as well as the return of Onegin, Swan Lake, and … [Read more...] about American Ballet Theatre’s Summer Season 2026 at the Metropolitan Opera House
Rocio Aleman answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
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
Photo Album 2: photos of Youth Grand Prix Europe Gala in Milan with 160 students and guest stars – part 2
SEE: Youth Grand Prix Europe Gala 2025 - PART ONE Youth Grand Prix Europe Gala 2025 PART TWO TAKE FIVE - ALIANNA NASSOS, 11 (USA) MATADOR - OWEN SIMMONS, 12 (CANADA) SWAN - SYLVIE … [Read more...] about Photo Album 2: photos of Youth Grand Prix Europe Gala in Milan with 160 students and guest stars – part 2
Review: Gala De Danza in London – a showcase full of new ideas
Graham Watts sees Gala De Danza – a peculiar venue for an unusual gala, which despite the title was much more than dance. TitleGala De DanzaCompanyproduced by Christina LyonVenueCentral Hall, … [Read more...] about Review: Gala De Danza in London – a showcase full of new ideas
Review: Onegin with The Royal Ballet – Natalia Osipova is a great dance-actress… electrifying
Jonathan Gray sees Natalia Osipova as Tatiana in Onegin – “a tremendous performance from a wonderful artist”. TitleOneginCompanyThe Royal BalletVenueThe Royal Opera House, LondonDate3 June … [Read more...] about Review: Onegin with The Royal Ballet – Natalia Osipova is a great dance-actress… electrifying
Review: Onegin in Rome – two exceptional performers in a tear-jerking evening
Marta Mele sees the Rome Opera Ballet in John Cranko's Onegin starring two exceptional performers, Friedemann Vogel and Nicoletta Manni. TitleOneginCompanyRome Opera BalletVenueTeatro dell'Opera di … [Read more...] about Review: Onegin in Rome – two exceptional performers in a tear-jerking evening
Interview: Roberto Bolle turns 50
I interviewed Italy’s most well-known male dancer, Roberto Bolle, four years ago, for Dancing Times magazine. Today, 26 March 2025, is his 50th birthday, and so gramilano.com is now publishing our … [Read more...] about Interview: Roberto Bolle turns 50
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
Royal Ballet Principal dancer Lauren Cuthbertson becomes Principal Guest Artist
Lauren Cuthbertson Principal becomes Principal Guest Artist with The Royal Ballet after over two decades performing with the Company. I am thrilled to announce my new role as Principal Guest … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet Principal dancer Lauren Cuthbertson becomes Principal Guest Artist
Royal Ballet casting for February/March 2025 – Onegin, Light of Passage, Phaedra + Minotaur
Here is a preview of The Royal Ballet casting for next year’s productions of Onegin, Light of Passage, and the double bill with The Royal Opera Phaedra + Minotaur. Exciting role debuts see Matthew … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet casting for February/March 2025 – Onegin, Light of Passage, Phaedra + Minotaur
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
New York Premiere of Wayne McGregor’s Woolf Works highlights American Ballet Theatre’s Summer Season
Tickets for American Ballet Theatre’s 2024 Summer Season go on sale Monday 22 April 22 at 12pm at the Metropolitan Opera House box office. Performances – from 18 June until 20 July 2024 – will … [Read more...] about New York Premiere of Wayne McGregor’s Woolf Works highlights American Ballet Theatre’s Summer Season
Nicoletta Manni is nominated Étoile at La Scala
Nicoletta Manni has been named the new Étoile of La Scala’s ballet company. The promotion was announced last night on stage by the Intendent and Artistic Director Dominique Meyer together with … [Read more...] about Nicoletta Manni is nominated Étoile at La Scala
[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
[Review] An avalanche of debuts in Onegin at La Scala
TitleOneginCompanyLa Scala BalletVenueTeatro alla Scala, MilanDate22 and 26 September 2022ReviewerGraham Spicer Photos with Nicola Del Freo and Vittoria Valerio are featured in an album … [Read more...] about [Review] An avalanche of debuts in Onegin at La Scala
[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
Evan McKie leaves The National Ballet of Canada for new dance opportunities
The National Ballet of Canada has announced that Principal Dancer Evan McKie will leave the company. The company’s new Artistic Director, Hope Muir, said: Evan has become one of Canada’s most … [Read more...] about Evan McKie leaves The National Ballet of Canada for new dance opportunities
Yasmine Naghdi answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
When did you start dancing?Aged 2, on our coffee table at home. Why did you start dancing?To satisfy my urge to move all the time. I really had “ants in my pants”! Which dancer inspired you most … [Read more...] about Yasmine Naghdi answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
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
Alessandro Macario answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Q&A in italiano When did you start dancing? I started dancing when I was four. Why did you start dancing? My uncle was a dancer and ran a ballet school, so I’m sure that I began dancing … [Read more...] about Alessandro Macario answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
After 16 years, Thiago Soares leaves as Principal dancer with The Royal Ballet
Thiago Soares becomes Royal Ballet guest Principal for the 2019/20 Season After 16 years with The Royal Ballet, Thiago Soares has decided to make this Season his last as a Principal dancer with the … [Read more...] about After 16 years, Thiago Soares leaves as Principal dancer with The Royal Ballet
Review: Manon at La Scala with Svetlana Zakharova and Roberto Bolle
While the role of Manon doesn’t represent the pinnacle of acting challenges, it is surely one of the most satisfying. For a dancer who can act it is a gift, with each scene offering a new state to … [Read more...] about Review: Manon at La Scala with Svetlana Zakharova and Roberto Bolle
Laurretta Summerscales answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Q&A When did you start dancing? I started dancing at the age of 3 at my mothers dancing school Why did you start dancing? My mother wanted to give me as many opportunities in life to see what … [Read more...] about Laurretta Summerscales answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
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
The extraordinary talent of Marianela Nuñez dominates Onegin at La Scala
The extraordinary talent of Marianela Nuñez dominated this performance of Onegin at La Scala. From her opening, distracted scenes to her final act of resolve, Tatiana’s emotional arc was perfectly … [Read more...] about The extraordinary talent of Marianela Nuñez dominates Onegin at La Scala
Massimo Murru to play Onegin for one last time? His fans are doing all they can.
Massimo Murru has always had a very faithful following due to his thoughtful and rigorous approach to every role he has tackled in his career, and his artistic honesty, almost to the point of … [Read more...] about Massimo Murru to play Onegin for one last time? His fans are doing all they can.
Pompea Santoro answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition
Q&A in italiano When did you start dancing? In a gym near our house when I was seven-years-old. Why did you start dancing? It was something my mother wanted me to do, and she took me to the … [Read more...] about Pompea Santoro answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dancers’ Edition