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Royal Ballet’s Nutcracker live in cinemas for Christmas

8 November 2022 by Gramilano 4 Comments

'The Nutcracker performed by the Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera House, London, UK

Peter Wright’s production of The Nutcracker with The Royal Ballet will be broadcast live to over 900 cinemas this Christmas. On Thursday 8 December 2022, audiences in 20 countries around the … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet’s Nutcracker live in cinemas for Christmas

Royal Opera House Stream goes live with 130 titles

4 October 2022 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Vadim Muntagirov in rehearsal for Live from Covent Garden 20 June 2020 c 2020 ROH. Photograph by Tristram Kenton

The Royal Opera House has launched a streaming service that offers 45 performances from The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera’s archives. Together with these are also 85 behind-the-scenes features, … [Read more...] about Royal Opera House Stream goes live with 130 titles

Sir Peter Wright becomes ‘Founding Director Laureate Of Birmingham Royal Ballet’ at 95

9 September 2022 by Gramilano 1 Comment

Peter-Wright-creating-Coppelia-Mar-1995-photo-by-Bill-Cooper

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

Birmingham Royal Ballet announces its 2022-2023 Season

4 February 2022 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Ryan Felix, Yuki Sugiura and Eric Pinto Cata. © Johan Persson

WEEK-LONG RESIDENCY AT BIRMINGHAM REPERTORY THEATRE IN MAY​ON YOUR MARKS - SUMMER TRIPLE BILL AT BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME INCLUDING THE WORLD PREMIERE OF A NEW WORK BY JULIANO NUNESTHE MAGNIFICENT ROYAL … [Read more...] about Birmingham Royal Ballet announces its 2022-2023 Season

The Royal Opera House’s opera and ballet streaming programme

10 September 2021 by Gramilano 7 Comments

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The Royal Opera House has announced that six productions from its 2021-2022 season will be available via online streaming. New productions will be released online on certain Fridays from 1 October … [Read more...] about The Royal Opera House’s opera and ballet streaming programme

The Royal Opera House 2021-2022 ballet and dance season

2 June 2021 by Gramilano 1 Comment

Sarah Lamb as Odette and Ryoichi Hirano as Prince Siegfried in Swan Lake, The Royal Ballet © 2018 ROH. Photograph by Bill Cooper

The Royal Opera House has announced details of its 2021-22 Season, the first full Season since 2019. Opening on Monday 13 September, the Season includes five world premieres from The Royal … [Read more...] about The Royal Opera House 2021-2022 ballet and dance season

The Royal Ballet to stream The Nutcracker Reworked on 22 December with Naghdi and Ball

10 December 2020 by Gramilano 1 Comment

Yasmine Naghdi as The Sugar Plum Fairy and Matthew Ball as The Prince in The Nutcracker, The Royal Ballet © 2017 ROH, photo by Karolina Kuras

The #OurHouseToYourHouse tag continues to sizzle with the announcement that The Royal Ballet will stream its modified Nutcracker on 22 December 2020. The Nutcracker Reworked is a Covid-safe … [Read more...] about The Royal Ballet to stream The Nutcracker Reworked on 22 December with Naghdi and Ball

[Interview] The Royal Ballet’s director, Kevin O’Hare, on returning to the Covent Garden stage

4 October 2020 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Elite Syncopations. Sarah Lamb and Ryoichi Hirano. © ROH, 2018. Photographed by Tristram Kenton

The Royal Ballet’s director, Kevin O’Hare, says about lockdown, I needed [the dancers] as much as they probably needed me. I think we have managed to keep the company spirit. Of course, we have … [Read more...] about [Interview] The Royal Ballet’s director, Kevin O’Hare, on returning to the Covent Garden stage

The Royal Opera House unveils its programme for live audiences this autumn

28 September 2020 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Within the Golden Hour. Ryoichi Hirano and Lauren Cuthbertson. © ROH, 2019. Photographed by Tristram Kenton

#OurHouseToYourHouseThe Royal Opera and The Royal Ballet present: 4/4 and New Dark Age – two brand-new opera productions Current, Rising – world’s first new opera in hyper-realityMeet the … [Read more...] about The Royal Opera House unveils its programme for live audiences this autumn

Interview with The Royal Ballet’s Lauren Cuthbertson – so much passion

2 May 2020 by Gramilano 1 Comment

Lauren Cuthbertson by Clive Barda

On 14 March 2020, The Royal Ballet’s principal dancer Lauren Cuthbertson was dancing Aurora in The Sleeping Beauty on the stage of the Mariinsky Theatre. A rare honour. She was partnered by former … [Read more...] about Interview with The Royal Ballet’s Lauren Cuthbertson – so much passion

Arise Sir David – former Director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet, David Bintley, has been given a Knighthood

30 December 2019 by Gramilano 1 Comment

Former Director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet, David Bintley, has been given a Knighthood in Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth ll's New Year's Honours List, for services to dance. David Bintley succeeded … [Read more...] about Arise Sir David – former Director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet, David Bintley, has been given a Knighthood

Interview: The Royal Ballet’s Ballet Master, Christopher Carr, on mounting Coppélia, the company’s dancers and technique

10 December 2019 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Coppélia with Vadim Muntagirov and Marianela Nunez, photo by Bill Cooper ROH

Everyone who has followed The Royal Ballet in rehearsal during World Ballet Day or watched the interval clips and interviews during the intervals of the company’s live cinema relays will know … [Read more...] about Interview: The Royal Ballet’s Ballet Master, Christopher Carr, on mounting Coppélia, the company’s dancers and technique

David Bintley announces promotions at Birmingham Royal Ballet for the last time

3 July 2019 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

19 Embrace by George Williamson with Brandon Lawrence © Dasa Wharton, Birmingham Royal Ballet 2018 02

Brandon Lawrence has been promoted from First Soloist to Principal at Birmingham Royal Ballet, David Bintley has announced. The past weekend has seen enthusiastic applause for performances of one of … [Read more...] about David Bintley announces promotions at Birmingham Royal Ballet for the last time

Birmingham Royal Ballet announces its 2019/20 Season

24 January 2019 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Evening of Music and Dance, Birmingham Royal Ballet

10 productions, 11 venues, 127 performances, including first time collaborations with Ballet Black and newly appointed Director Carlos Acosta. For the first time in the history of Birmingham Royal … [Read more...] about Birmingham Royal Ballet announces its 2019/20 Season

Carlos Acosta appointed as new Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet

15 January 2019 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

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Birmingham Royal Ballet has announced that Carlos Acosta been appointed as its new Director. He will take up his post in January 2020. The appointment follows an open competition and extensive … [Read more...] about Carlos Acosta appointed as new Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet

Photo Album: Nutcracker with The Royal Ballet – in cinemas live

3 December 2018 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

The Nutcracker. Gary Avis as Drosslemeyer. ©ROH, Bill Cooper, 2013

Curtain goes up on The Royal Ballet's Nutcracker at 7.30pm local time tonight and will be broadcast to cinemas internationally. Clara is Anna Rose O'Sullivan and Hans-Peter/The Nutcracker is … [Read more...] about Photo Album: Nutcracker with The Royal Ballet – in cinemas live

Birmingham Royal Ballet dancers Delia Mathews and Brandon Lawrence on dancing The Sleeping Beauty

22 March 2018 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Birmingham Royal Ballet in rehearsal for Sleeping Beauty, photos by Dasa Wharton   16

Birmingham Royal Ballet’s run of The Sleeping Beauty performances is coming to end, with the final performances being given this week at Plymouth’s Theatre Royal. The very last performance features … [Read more...] about Birmingham Royal Ballet dancers Delia Mathews and Brandon Lawrence on dancing The Sleeping Beauty

Interview with The Royal Ballet’s hot couple: Francesca Hayward and Alexander Campbell

16 February 2018 by Gramilano 2 Comments

Giselle with Alexander Campbell as Albrecht and Francesca Hayward as Giselle. © ROH, Helen Maybanks 2018 (3)

Francesca Hayward and Alexander Campbell are quickly becoming The Royal Ballet's ‘couple to see’. After recent successes dancing Clara and the Nutcracker, as well as the Sugar Plum Fairy and her … [Read more...] about Interview with The Royal Ballet’s hot couple: Francesca Hayward and Alexander Campbell

Royal Ballet’s uplifting Nutcracker with Francesca Hayward, Alexander Campbell, Anna Rose O’Sullivan, James Hay and the ubiquitous Gary Avis

8 January 2018 by Gramilano 1 Comment

The Nutcracker. Gary Avis as Drosselmeyer. ©ROH, 2015. Photo by Tristram Kenton

Seeing Peter Wright's The Nutcracker again after several years of witnessing other productions brings its success as a dramatic piece to the fore. Placing the traditional story within an outer tale of … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet’s uplifting Nutcracker with Francesca Hayward, Alexander Campbell, Anna Rose O’Sullivan, James Hay and the ubiquitous Gary Avis

Photo album: Birmingham Royal Ballet’s The Nutcracker

10 December 2017 by Gramilano 2 Comments

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Dasa Wharton went to photograph for Gramilano the latest outing of Birmingham Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker  – as stunning as ever! Artists of the Birmingham Royal Ballet, featuring: Miki Mizutani … [Read more...] about Photo album: Birmingham Royal Ballet’s The Nutcracker

Nureyev’s bum and Fonteyn’s acquired charm… Peter Wright talks (as always) openly

18 December 2016 by Gramilano 2 Comments

(L R) Boris Gruzin, Sir Peter Wright, Lauren Cuthebrtson, Federico Bonelli © ROH, 2016. Photo by Alastair Muir

Peter Wright’s excellent autobiography (written with Paul Arrowsmith) contains loads of juicy titbits, and there is something about being 90 that apparently frees you up and permits you saw whatever … [Read more...] about Nureyev’s bum and Fonteyn’s acquired charm… Peter Wright talks (as always) openly

Backstage at the Nutcracker with The Royal Ballet on Christmas Day

4 December 2016 by Gramilano 2 Comments

The BBC backstage at the Nutcracker with The Royal Ballet

For the first time in many years, The Royal Ballet has allowed BBC cameras to roam behind-the-scenes, this time as the Company prepares for Sir Peter Wright's production of The Nutcracker. … [Read more...] about Backstage at the Nutcracker with The Royal Ballet on Christmas Day

Lauren Cuthbertson and other Royal Ballet dancers grace the pages of Town and Country – sneak peek!

1 December 2016 by Gramilano 3 Comments

Lauren Cuthbertson in a Giambattista Valli Couture dress, while Hannah Grennell, Gina Storm Jensen and Anna Rose O’Sullivan wear tiaras by David Morris for Town and Country

Royal Ballet dancers Lauren Cuthbertson, Marcelino Sambé, Anna Rose O’Sullivan, Hannah Grennell and Gina Storm- Jenson grace the pages of the Winter 2016 issue of Town and Country magazine. A suitably … [Read more...] about Lauren Cuthbertson and other Royal Ballet dancers grace the pages of Town and Country – sneak peek!

The Royal Ballet celebrates Peter Wright’s 90th birthday

24 November 2016 by Gramilano 1 Comment

(L R) Boris Gruzin, Sir Peter Wright, Lauren Cuthebrtson, Federico Bonelli © ROH, 2016. Photo by Alastair Muir

Last night The Royal Ballet dedicated the performance of The Nutcracker to its choreographer Sir Peter Wright who tomorrow, 25 November,celebrates his 90th birthday. His production of the Christmas … [Read more...] about The Royal Ballet celebrates Peter Wright’s 90th birthday

Peter Wright answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dance Edition

15 July 2016 by Gramilano 5 Comments

Q&A When did you start dancing? Not until I was 16, as an apprentice with the Ballets Jooss. Why did you start dancing? I was always good at ballroom, and then my mother took me to see Mona … [Read more...] about Peter Wright answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Dance Edition

Royal Ballet Autumn Season 2016 – 2017 – full dates and casts

10 June 2016 by Gramilano 1 Comment

The Royal Ballet has released the casting for their Autumn Season, from September 2016 until January 2017. Roberta Marquez will return as Guest Artist to dance two farewell performances in one of her … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet Autumn Season 2016 – 2017 – full dates and casts

Royal Ballet tours to Japan this summer with Romeo and Juliet and Giselle

10 May 2016 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

The Royal Ballet will tour to Japan this summer with Romeo and Juliet and Giselle, two iconic productions from the company's repertory. The tour will take in five cities from Thursday 16 June to … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet tours to Japan this summer with Romeo and Juliet and Giselle

THE ROYAL BALLET SEASON 2016 – 2017: theatre and cinema

7 April 2016 by Gramilano 5 Comments

All the details of the 2016-2017 Ballet Season at London's Royal Opera House: skip to section: ROYAL BALLET 2016-2017 SEASON - IN BRIEF THE ROYAL OPERA 2016-2017 SEASON THE ROYAL OPERA SEASON … [Read more...] about THE ROYAL BALLET SEASON 2016 – 2017: theatre and cinema

The Royal Opera and Ballet in Cinema 2015-2016

15 April 2015 by Gramilano 2 Comments

Romeo and Juliet, 22 September at 7.15pm The Royal Ballet By Kenneth MacMillan Music: Sergey Prokofiev Le nozze di Figaro, 5 October at 6.45pm The Royal Opera Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Dir: David … [Read more...] about The Royal Opera and Ballet in Cinema 2015-2016

Royal Ballet Season 2015 – 2016 with 4 World Premières

15 April 2015 by Gramilano 1 Comment

Four World Premières feature in the line-up for the Royal Ballet's 2015 - 2016 Season and, for the first time, all three of The Royal Ballet's associated choreographers present new works for the main … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet Season 2015 – 2016 with 4 World Premières

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Riccardo Muti interview: life, death, and the lack of seriousness

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Interview: The Royal Ballet’s Ballet Master, Christopher Carr, on mounting Coppélia, the company’s dancers and technique

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GRAMILANO

Graham Spicer, aka 'Gramilano', is a writer, director and photographer based in Milan. He was a regular columnist for Opera Now magazine and wrote for the BBC until transferring to Italy. His articles have appeared in various publications from Woman's Weekly to Gay Times, and he wrote the Danza in Italia column for Dancing Times magazine. Graham was the historical advisor on Codice Carla, the 2023 documentary on Carla Fracci.

Graham also works as a dance photographer, and his photos have appeared in books, theatre programmes, and magazines, including Dancing Times, Dance Spirit and Ballet2000, as well as all the major Italian newspapers.

He is a member of the Dance Section of The Critics’ Circle.

Since 2022, Gramilano has been pleased to welcome guest authors: Paul Arrowsmith, Donatella Bertozzi, Georgina Butler, Kathrina Farrugia-Kriel, Jonathan Gray, Marina Harss, Ann Haskins, Lily Hyde, Marta Mele, Matthew Paluch, Jann Parry, Lucía Piquero, Graham Watts, Deborah Weiss, and Lydia Wharf.

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