When I was three, I was already living out stories in my head and had the feeling of another reality calling me. Even though my parents didn't go to the theatre, I said, “I want to go to dance … [Read more...] about [Interview] Alessandra Ferri, part two: “When dance saved me”
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UK’s top dance schools Unite for Ukraine
Six of the UK’s top dance schools will unite in support of young people who have been affected by the war in Ukraine with a special gala performance, Unite for Ukraine at … [Read more...] about UK’s top dance schools Unite for Ukraine
Natalia Osipova and international ballet stars dance for Ukraine
Former Royal Ballet stars and impresarios Ivan Putrov (Ukraine) and Alina Cojocaru (Romania) are putting on Dance for Ukraine, a benefit gala at the London Coliseum to raise funds for people in need … [Read more...] about Natalia Osipova and international ballet stars dance for Ukraine
Anna Rose O’Sullivan – meeting the Royal Ballet’s newest star
It’s full steam ahead for The Royal Ballet’s Anna Rose O’Sullivan. Last year she was promoted to the rank of principal dancer with the company, in January of this year she made her debut as the Sugar … [Read more...] about Anna Rose O’Sullivan – meeting the Royal Ballet’s newest star
[Interview] Tears of a Ballet Mum – Sabine Naghdi on her ballerina daughter, Yasmine
Tears of a Ballet Mum is a new memoir by Sabine Naghdi, mother of The Royal Ballet’s principal ballerina Yasmine Naghdi. Ballet mum? Sabine, I’m shuddering just thinking about it! One … [Read more...] about [Interview] Tears of a Ballet Mum – Sabine Naghdi on her ballerina daughter, Yasmine
Christmas stocking ideas from The Royal Ballet School
The Royal Ballet School has developed an impressive retail offering, both online and in its pop-up shop at the school in Covent Garden. The range includes clothing, equipment for dancers, and … [Read more...] about Christmas stocking ideas from The Royal Ballet School
Avoiding scandal – Liam Scarlett and The Royal Ballet
It is telling that in a recent press release from The Royal Opera House, the names of the choreographers of the cinema streaming programme are listed, except for one – that of Liam … [Read more...] about Avoiding scandal – Liam Scarlett and The Royal Ballet
A new John Neumeier work brings two Italian dancers back home
Jacopo Bellussi and Alessandro Frola return to Italy to perform John Neumeier’s new work Peter and Igor in Stravinsky’s Love – a show commemorating the 50th anniversary of Stravinsky’s … [Read more...] about A new John Neumeier work brings two Italian dancers back home
The Royal Opera and Ballet companies announce the full schedule for Spring/Summer 2021
The Royal Opera House will reopen its doors to the public on 17 May 2021. Public booking opens on 7 May at 10am (UK time). Online programming will continue, while La clemenza di Tito will be the … [Read more...] about The Royal Opera and Ballet companies announce the full schedule for Spring/Summer 2021
Royal Ballet School students recreate founder Dame Ninette de Valois’s ‘lost’ choreography
Ninette de Valois’ 1925 ballet The Arts of the Theatre is to be restaged for a livestream performance. The attempt to recreate de Valois’ ballet has been made possible by the discovery of a … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet School students recreate founder Dame Ninette de Valois’s ‘lost’ choreography
In conversation with Marianela Nuñez
The Royal Ballet’s Argentinian principal dancer, Marianela Nuñez, is in lockdown in Buenos Aires. She went there to be near her family and partner, because now home, for Nela, is London, which also … [Read more...] about In conversation with Marianela Nuñez
[Interview] Meet Nikisha Fogo, San Francisco Ballet’s new Principal Dancer
Swedish ballerina Nikisha Fogo will soon take up a new position in a new company when she becomes a principal dancer at San Francisco Ballet. After seven years with the Vienna State Ballet, passing … [Read more...] about [Interview] Meet Nikisha Fogo, San Francisco Ballet’s new Principal Dancer
The 48th Prix de Lausanne kicks off with 77 dancers from 25 countries
The 77 participants of the 48th Prix de Lausanne will spend the week developing their skills and rehearsing their classical and contemporary variations with some of the world's most respected teachers … [Read more...] about The 48th Prix de Lausanne kicks off with 77 dancers from 25 countries
Photos and full programme of Margot Fonteyn, A Celebration with The Royal Ballet
Last night, 8 June 2019, The Royal Ballet celebrated the centenary of the birth of its most famous ballerina, Dame Margot Fonteyn, who was born on 18 May 1919. A performance of The Firebird, … [Read more...] about Photos and full programme of Margot Fonteyn, A Celebration with The Royal Ballet
Interview with Alessandra Ferri: Maturing I find myself smiling more
I’m enjoying a new chapter in my life having the fortune to play women of my age and not romantic roles like the Giselles, Carmens, Juliets, Manons… all wonderful, but enough, they’re part of another … [Read more...] about Interview with Alessandra Ferri: Maturing I find myself smiling more
Interview: For The Royal Ballet’s Yasmine Naghdi it’s “Ready, Steady, Go”!
Interview with Yasmine Naghdi as she dances in the world premiere of Alastair Marriott’s The Unknown Soldier - with photos by Dasa Wharton I last interviewed Yasmine Naghdi in September of 2015 when … [Read more...] about Interview: For The Royal Ballet’s Yasmine Naghdi it’s “Ready, Steady, Go”!
The Royal Ballet promotions for 2018/19 season: Matthew Ball has been promoted to Principal dancer
Kevin O’Hare, Director of The Royal Ballet, has announced that Matthew Ball has been promoted to Principal Dancer. He said, I’m delighted that Matthew Ball will be a Principal dancer from the start … [Read more...] about The Royal Ballet promotions for 2018/19 season: Matthew Ball has been promoted to Principal dancer
Lead Principal Aaron Robison to leave English National Ballet after one season
Lead Principal Aaron Robison has decided to leave English National Ballet at the end of the current season. Robison only joined English National Ballet in June last year and will be returning to San … [Read more...] about Lead Principal Aaron Robison to leave English National Ballet after one season
Former Royal Ballet principal Miyako Yoshida becomes Artistic Director of New National Ballet Tokyo
Miyako Yoshida, former Principal Dancer with The Royal Ballet, has been appointed Artistic Director of the New National Ballet Tokyo. The Ballet Company is part of Tokyo's New National Theatre, … [Read more...] about Former Royal Ballet principal Miyako Yoshida becomes Artistic Director of New National Ballet Tokyo
English National Ballet announces promotions and new joiners for the 2018/2019 season
Tamara Rojo has announced promotions within English National Ballet and new joiners for the 2018/2019 season. Joiners and promotions Joining the Company will be Jeffrey Cirio who joins English … [Read more...] about English National Ballet announces promotions and new joiners for the 2018/2019 season
