Friday, November 22

Tag: Kenneth MacMillan

London City Ballet’s Resurgence at Sadler’s Wells
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London City Ballet’s Resurgence at Sadler’s Wells

After nearly three decades, London City Ballet made a triumphant return to its former home at Sadler’s Wells with ‘Resurgence’, a performance that feels both like a heartfelt tribute to its past and a confident step into its future. Under the careful eye of Artistic Director, Christopher Marney, the evening offered a mix of classic and contemporary pieces that beautifully highlighted the company’s range and passion. The evening kicked off with Ashley Page’s Larina Waltz, a vibrant and traditional work set to Tchaikovsky’s famous waltz from Eugene Onegin. This charming piece, which celebrates its 30th anniversary, saw five couples in constant, flowing movement. Whilst there were moments where the synchrony faltered, and the timing between dancers felt slightly off, the dancers’ grace and...
The Royal Ballet gets Doncaster Dancing
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The Royal Ballet gets Doncaster Dancing

This summer The Royal Ballet, in partnership with Cast and Doncaster Council, set themselves a mission to get Doncaster Dancing. The special project, a first for The Royal Ballet, has resulted in a unique community dance film called Doncaster Dances. The film premiered online on 15th September at 5.30pm on the Royal Opera House, Cast and Doncaster Council websites. The film celebrates individuals and community groups and is inspired by the choreography of Kenneth MacMillan’s ballet Romeo and Juliet, with synchronicity to today’s lockdown themes of love and separation, family, friendship and solidarity. The film also features Doncaster local and Royal Ballet dancer Charlotte Tonkinson and fellow Royal Ballet dancer Joseph Aumeer. Doncaster residents, primary schools, sports clubs, car...