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Andres

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  1. I too want to add my regrets at not being able to see Jackie Reyes at ABT anymore. She always captured the essence of the character whether a member of the corps or a brief solo appearance. She will be missed.
  2. Really enjoyed Saturday afternoon's mixed programs. Gillian Murphy and Herman Cornejo were brilliant in their Company B solos. Murphy drew you in to her character which made her performance particularly touching. I also enjoyed Fancy Free and unlike a previous post found Radetsky.Lopez and Simkin very well matched. I always find Radetsky's performances strong but understated rarely bringing attention to himself Lopez turned in a fine performance greatly attuned to the other dancers. Simkin who never ceases to amaze blended in perfectly. All in all, three very different dancers but each in his own way made this a great Fancy Free.
  3. After being perfectly captivated by Murphy's fantastic technique and Hallberg' perfect Prince Charming on Friday night, I surely thought I had seen THE Cinderella of the season. I was completely unprepared for Abrera's astonishing portrayal on Saturday night. Cote was a tremendous asset in his partnering giving Abrera every opportunity to give the performance of her career. Time to move on to bigger and better roles as a Principal.
  4. Congratulations to the five new soloists, all well deserved. My only disappointment was that I thought Isaac Stappas would be added to this group. Hopefully next time.
  5. I just want to second Zerbinetta's praise for Reyes. I had seen Vishneva in the role and while dazzled by her technical proficiency was left cold by her characterization. At the Wednesday matinee I was very touched by Reyes complete performance. Perhaps she doesn't have the dazzle of Vishneva which is not a criticism, for I feel Vishneva has a tendency to overdo things especially in the use of her arms. but what Reyes does in her interpretation is make you care about the character. At the end of Romeo and Juliet you felt you had seen a truly great performance.
  6. It's great to see Reyes receive the kudos she so rightly deserves. I also agree with Zerbinetta that Erica Cornejo was wonderful in Rodeo but you did not experience the heartbreak of the character that was so brilliantly displayed by Reyes.
  7. I am surprised there is nothing on the ABT website acknowledging the passing of one of its greatest dancers.
  8. Yes it was the Herrara/Dvorovenko role.
  9. Oops sorry, I realize I omitted one of my very favorite performances of a corps member. the bravura performance of Craig Salstein in Rodeo. His joyous tap dancing was truly a high point of the season.
  10. There were many peak moments but what really impressed me was how great members of the corps were as they were given the chance to shine in individual roles. In addition to the aforementioned Hee Seo in Dark Elegies. there was Arron Scott in Gong and In the Upper Room. Kelly Boyd in Rodeo and The Green Table. Jared Matthews in Rodeo, Isaac Stappas in The Green Table and Rodeo and the astonishing performance of Sarah Lane in The Upper Room.
  11. Colleen, I agree with you that Julio Bragado Young did stand out as the profiteer in The Green Table. I also thought another stand out was Kelly Boyd as the young girl. I was fortunate to see both Stappas and Hallberg in The Green Table. Their performances were very different but equally powerful. Stappas' Death was more humanized than Hallbergs. He used his eyes to threaten and to menace. Hallberg's portrayal was more like an automaton. Someone not of this world and even more to be feared than Stappas. I also enjoyed seeing Erica Cornejo and Xiomara Reyes as the Cowgirl in Rodeo. Erica was a delight as a carefree Cowgirl but I felt she was missing the heartbreak and pathos which is also part of her character. I thought Reyes captured this aspect extremely well. One final word about Carmen Corella. She appeared briefly as the Woman in The Green Table and once again as in last season's VIII she dominated the stage. I feel she is ABT's finest modern dancer and hope to see her more prominently in future seasons.
  12. One of the finest recitals of a soprano I have ever attended was Aprile Millo at Brooklyn College many years ago. She is still capable of extraordinary singing. I am sorry to miss the opportunity of hearing her at Carnegie Hall but admire her for upholding her standards as for what she feels is suitable for her voice. Brava!
  13. Marcelo Gomes remains conspicuously absent from ABT's City Center casting. Hope he has recovered from injury he suffered in Japan
  14. Add Reyes to the list of great Giselles this season. Her musicality, interpretive skills, and and her ability to convey emotion through dance are unsurpassed. Corella's was once again the ideal partner. The other standout was Stappas who was suitably slimy and frightening as Hilarion.
  15. It was indeed a very special evening. There was an edge to everyone's dancing, as Stiefel, Murphy, Radetsky were exemplary in their roles. McKerrow gave a hauntingly beautiful performance as Giselle, one that will linger in the memory for many years to come.
  16. Enjoyed Vishneva's performance very much Saturday afternoon, but I enjoyed Part's performance on Thursday night even more. Part was more touching as Odette and took special glee in deceiving Siegfried as Odile. Vishneva did not change facial expression from Odette to Odile. It was interesting at the conclusion of the performance the members of the orchestra were applauding Vishneva probably because she dances right on the beat as opposed to Part who takes many liberties with the beat and is more difficult to follow. They are great artists and look forward to seeing them both next season. I agree with the previous posts about the crying children. It was indeed disconcerting. As was mentioned the ushers at the Met must take a more active role in stopping this major irritation that can indeed ruin a performance for both the dancers and audience. This is not a problem at the Opera and the ushers are not used to dealing with it. We must make them aware of our feelings.
  17. Saw the Saturday Matinee of Swan Lake with Paloma Herrera and Anjel Corella. Herrera was truly magnificent as both Odette/Odile. She had the tenderness and vulnerability for Odette and the power and magneticism for Odile. In addition to his very fine partnering, Corella leaps and turns were dazzling. At the conclusion of the performance, the audience rewarded both stars with a thunderous standing ovation.
  18. Yes, Zerbinetta I agree with you David is a far better first name for Hallberg. At least I did not say Gillian Wiles.
  19. A well deserved promotion. I thought she danced a very fine Raymonda this season. Lets hope the dancer she is often partnered with Ronald Hallberg receives the same.
  20. Saw the Friday night Fokine Celebration. Abrera was excellent in Les Sylphides as was Gomes in his partnering. Petruchka was interesting to see but I felt that Cornejo was still working on his portrayal. Stappas was quite effective as The Black Moor.The best dancing came from Reyes. Le Spectre featured an uncharacteristically pallid performance from Corella who certainly lacked the charisma of Cornejo in the role. Polovtsian Dances featured both Acosta and Part. Part was adequate but moves too slowly. Acosta. always exciting to watch doesn't relate to anyone on the stage and seems only interested in bringing attention to himself. Not a very good evening at the ballet but well worth the visit for the artistry of Abrera and Reyes.
  21. I too was at the Matinee Raymonda and enjoyed the performance very much. Wiles danced very well with Gomes and Solymosi in particular was a very good partner for Wiles. She seemed less secure with Gomes probably due to Gomes' recent injury. Tidwell,Hallberg, Liceica, and Abrera were all excellent as the friends. For me the real star of the performance was Carmen Corella as the Spanish Dancer. She inhabited the stage with such flair and joy that one could not take one's eyes off her. It's a shame that ABT does not use her in more roles.
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