This Cinderella combines intimacy and spectacle. In a space as vast as the Albert Hall it would be easy to lose focus, and for the action and visuals to wax muddy or arid. That rarely happens. The second act is especially expertly judged, rich in motion and emotion as the venue becomes a palatial ballroom for two dozen couples swirling round Cinders and the Prince. – Donald … [Read more...] about Photo Album: Wheeldon’s Cinderella – English National Ballet
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English National Ballet announces 2019-2020 70th Anniversary Season
70th Anniversary celebrations 2020 marks English National Ballet’s 70th Anniversary with celebrations taking place throughout the 2019-2020 Season that give opportunities for the Company to say, ‘Thank You’ to its audiences, fans, friends and partners. The 70th Anniversary will be celebrated with three special Gala performances at the London Coliseum featuring extracts from a … [Read more...] about English National Ballet announces 2019-2020 70th Anniversary Season
English National Ballet presents Christopher Wheeldon’s Cinderella in-the-round
English National Ballet will perform a new in-the-round version of Christopher Wheeldon’s Cinderella at the Royal Albert Hall from 6-16 June 2019. Working from the dark Brothers Grimm version of the story, Wheeldon created Cinderella for Dutch National Ballet and San Francisco Ballet. Now he and his creative team reunite for the in-the-round re-staging. The production includes … [Read more...] about English National Ballet presents Christopher Wheeldon’s Cinderella in-the-round
Interview with composer Thea Musgrave at 90: I am happy and fulfilled to be the composer and person I am now
The Scottish composer Thea Musgrave is 90 today, 27 May 2018. She is one of Britain’s most distinguished composers of classical music and opera; The Times said that she is “... the most gifted operatic composer [the United Kingdom] has produced since Britten”. She has written more than 160 works, including 13 operas, 11 choral works, and 21 orchestral works. The Financial … [Read more...] about Interview with composer Thea Musgrave at 90: I am happy and fulfilled to be the composer and person I am now
A box in the Royal Albert Hall goes for £2.76m
Jim Ratcliffe, the 64-year-old 'British chemical engineer turned financier and industrialist' - and, according to Forbes, is worth around 10 billion dollars - has bought a box in the Royal Albert Hall for £2.76m. There are 849 years remaining on the lease. That investment doesn't give him exclusive use however: he will be able to attend about two-thirds of the Hall's … [Read more...] about A box in the Royal Albert Hall goes for £2.76m
Virginia Woolf: Major London exhibition opens 10 July
A major exhibition exploring the life and achievements of Virginia Woolf opens at the National Portrait Gallery tomorrow, 10 July 2014. Virginia Woolf: Art, Life and Vision, which is on display until 26 October, will feature painted portraits, photographs, drawings and rare archival material. The exhibition looks at Woolf as a novelist, intellectual, campaigner and public … [Read more...] about Virginia Woolf: Major London exhibition opens 10 July
Joyce DiDonato dedicates Last Night of the Proms performance to Russian gays
Joyce DiDonato has always been fearlessly honest, or at least, has the courage to be honest, though it may cost her a great deal emotionally to get over her fear. I don't know, but I do know that her bravery has helped, and is helping, many young people. Recently she talked to The Telegraph's Rupert Christiansen about her work with young singers, I advise them not to attempt … [Read more...] about Joyce DiDonato dedicates Last Night of the Proms performance to Russian gays
Dionne Warwick & (what!) friends celebrate World Hunger Day in the Royal Albert Hall
Music icon Dionne Warwick returns to the Royal Albert Hall to lead an all-star lineup including Cliff Richard, Alexandra Burke, Boy George, Caro Emerald, Tony Hadley, Joe McElderry, Katie Melua, Mica Paris, Rumer and The London Community Gospel Choir. The gala is in aid of international development charity, The Hunger Project. In celebration of World Hunger Day 2012, and as … [Read more...] about Dionne Warwick & (what!) friends celebrate World Hunger Day in the Royal Albert Hall
Dionne Warwick, Cliff Richard, Alexandra Burke and Katie Melua among those singing for World Hunger Day 2012
At the end of May, London's Royal Albert Hall will host a gala concert for World Hunger Day 2012. The first World Hunger Day took place 15 months ago at the Apollo Victoria theatre with Dionne Warwick among a star-studded cast, and she is back to lend her support again to an event which will aid the work of The Hunger Project. This year she will be joined by Alexandra Burke, … [Read more...] about Dionne Warwick, Cliff Richard, Alexandra Burke and Katie Melua among those singing for World Hunger Day 2012
Victor Hochhauser goes to the High Court over Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Nutcracker
The Birmingham Royal Ballet's Nutcracker at London's O2 arena in London has led to a High Court battle, says The Telegraph. The 89 year-old promoterVictor Hochhauser is suing the owners of the O2 Arena for more than £338,000. I have worked in this business for the past 60 years and I have never had any disputes, I have never been to court in my life, not even as a witness. … [Read more...] about Victor Hochhauser goes to the High Court over Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Nutcracker