With this current series of articles about ballet in Japan we have attempted to show the extent of ballet’s popularity in the East. Thanks to my lucky stars, I was able to witness it all first hand as I joined the Japanese fans in the Royal Ballet’s inaugural evening performance of La [...]
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by Linda on March 15, 2010
It’s hard to resist Fille and its enchanting world. It takes less than a cockrel’s crow for us to break into full smile and feel like spring has just arrived. Sir Frederick Ashton’s beautiful candy coloured confection has all the correct ingredients: a story about love with captivating characters and delightful choreography.
As Lise Marianela Nuñez is [...]
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by Linda on March 9, 2010
Is this ballet for you?
Go If: Girly and funny stories with plenty of romance, ribbons and happy endings are your thing and you simply can’t get enough of Ashton. You are bringing your kids or friends to see a ballet for the first time and need something light and fluffy to start with.
Skip If: People [...]
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