KarenAG

ALL BALANCHINE THURSDAY MATINEE, JULY 15, 2:00PM FRIDAY EVENING, JULY 16, 7:30PM SATURDAY EVENING, JULY 17, 7:30PM Featuring Excerpts From APOLLO (Muses Variations): Teresa Reichlen, Emily Kikta, Sara Adams THE FOUR TEMPERAMENTS (Theme): Jacqueline Bologna, Lars Nelson, Mimi Staker, Kennard Henson, Meaghan Dutton-O’Hara, Davide Riccardo AGON (Pas de Deux): Miriam Miller, Amar Ramasar EMERALDS (Pas de Trois): Claire Von Enck, Spartak Hoxha, Jacqueline Bologna RUBIES (Pas de Deux): Sara Adams, Gonzalo Garcia DIAMONDS (Pas de Deux): Miriam Miller, Tyler Angle WHO CARES? (Solo, Ladies’ Dance, Men’s Dance): Amar Ramasar, Meaghan Dutton-O’Hara, Emily Kikta, Jacqueline Bologna, Mimi Staker, Claire Von Enck, Davide Riccardo, Lars Nelson, Spartak Hoxha, Kennard Henson With Solo Pianists Alan Moverman and Nancy McDill Hosted by Gonzalo Garcia I just came back from the 2 pm matinee and it was WONDERFUL. And yes, FPF, I started welling up just before it started, I was so moved by the fact that NYCB was there, after the 2019 Coppelia heat wave cancellation and, of course, 2020 and all the sadness and sorrow the year brought, and would be dancing again on that stage as they have for the past 55 years. The dancers were in fine form and I loved seeing some new faces in principal roles. They were all marvelous, but I was thrilled to see Miriam Miller dance the Diamonds Pas de Deux - she was regally austere and splendid. She conveyed that unattainable quality that, in my opinion, the role requires. It was the highlight of my afternoon. The Who Care's selections were breezy and fun, and everything was danced really crisply and cleanly. I loved the other excerpts of Jewels, too, and Gonzalo Garcia, who hosted the intros and dancer 'interviews', danced so happily; he seemed to be having the time of his life. The black and white selections were excellent. Everyone danced so beautifully., as if they hadn't been away from performing for all that time. I can't wait for Saturday to see Short Stories! FPF, please enjoy tonight's performance. 🩰

FPF, I feel the same way. We are attending both matinees and I just cannot wait! And thank you for posting this information.

Great news!!

Rest in Peace, Carla Fracci. How I wish I’d had the privilege to see her perform. I was struck that she danced with the exquisite Roberto Bolle who is 29 years her junior, who I saw for the first time in London in Manon Fall 2019. I, too, am viewing Ms Fracci’s work on YouTube. She had a beautiful line and a gorgeous technique. So sad to know she is gone.

So very sad to hear this news. I loved his dancing, his gigantic smile and his grand exuberance. RIP, dear Jacques. You gave the world yourself. We are so lucky to have been the recipients of your largess.

I am so very sorry to hear of Katherine’s passing. This is shocking and very sad news. Katherine came to my NYCB picnics with her friends at Saratoga Performing Arts Center at least twice and I was always impressed with her devotion to and knowledge of ballet. Rest in Peace.

I can’t wait to see this!

Too beautiful for words, thank you, thank you, Buddy. These dancers are extraordinary. Such beautiful, clean choreography. I loved it.

That is great fun! Thank you, ECat. It’s as brilliant as the Uptown Funk mashup. Love the ending from It’s A Wonderful Life.

I love it, too. Such a beautiful tribute to a great ballerina and an iconic teacher.

That’s the same link I posted yesterday, Naomikage. It is a really wonderful tribute, isn’t it? And very moving that the guest artists are Native Americans and Osage.

Wonderful, Seallen! I love the Doodle but I am especially grateful for the process video and identification of the artists.

I posted this in the Ballet History subforum today, but I guess it’s more appropriate here. Good day, Everyone, Please see today’s Google Doodle honoring Maria Tallchief in celebration of Native American Heritage Month, and enjoy this wonderful video about the Doodle. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwjlkcGgloLtAhVEnFkKHZ0WCeIQwqsBMAR6BAgCEAM&url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DkHEjSnVLGXE&usg=AOvVaw0AL1VAXU1Xkf0adTG_BJP6

I received the same six issues, as well. What a lovely surprise!

Good day, Everyone, Please see today’s Google Doodle honoring Maria Tallchief in celebration of Native American Heritage Month, and enjoy this wonderful video about the Doodle. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwjlkcGgloLtAhVEnFkKHZ0WCeIQwqsBMAR6BAgCEAM&url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DkHEjSnVLGXE&usg=AOvVaw0AL1VAXU1Xkf0adTG_BJP6

Thank you, BalanchineFan. I hope to be there!

Oh, so sad to hear this but I’m not surprised. Maria’s artistry has grown deeper and more beautiful as she has aged. I do hope she can have a live farewell performance, but I am not encouraged at this point. Keeping my fingers crossed. My favorite memories of her dancing at SPAC are her stunning performances in Firebird, Diamonds and Titania as well as many other roles.

I couldn’t agree more. As far as I’m concerned, it’s MCB’s loss.

How wonderful! I can’t wait. The digital offerings have kept me centered during this awful time. Thank you, California.

Thank you, Dale.

Where is the Tribute to Balanchine on the website? This is so frustrating.

Dear Alexandra, Happy, happy Birthday!! 🤗

THIS IS TOO MUCH FUN. THANK YOU, PHERENK AND BALLET LOVER. I NEEDED THIS. WILL SHARE IT WITH THOSE IN MY CIRCLE.

Good day, Everyone. I emailed Lincoln Center and this is what I received: What’s interesting is that this is available for only one week per the response. But ehen I watched MSND on Sat night, it clearly indicated we could watch it through some date like July 14, which if true is really generous. Did anyone see the same on Sat night?

Thank you, California.