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Elena Vorontsova is listed as "Serezha's Nanny" in Mariinsky's Anna Karenina (July 2011), and via binoculars, she did resemble that girl from a movie.

Sorry for briefness, WOW- WOW-WOW for yesterday - Bravo Mariinsky, Bravo Tereshkina, Shklyarov, Kondaurova, Tkachenko, Ivanov (Tzar), Smekalov, Selina (Key wet-nurse/nanny) - much nicer music, such passionate dancing - Bravo Anna Karenina at Schedrin score and Ratmansky choreography is not my cup of tea (though, I'll go to see both Lopatkina & Kondaurova) (i'll hoope to write more later) Added after Wdn. Matinee.... second set of WOWs Same bravos. I kind of liked Baimuratov better (the only thing better in Smekalov was that meditative yogic pose). and OMG, whom to choose, whom to prefer? Obraztsova is such an amazing dancer. But i can't choose whom i like better, is it OK? Tereshkina was more tom-boyish and spiky, and Obraztsova was more princess-like. Both have gorgeous lines and gorgeous technic, musicality, characterisation. I think the chemistry was a bit better with Obraztsova (but with Tereshkina Shklyrov was not tired and did extra tricks) Shame that the program didn't report that the Humpback horse was the same GREAT Tkachenko... bravo... and off to Lopatkina

I am glad i was not the only one upset about the violinist (I went on Saturday night) - horrible violin. And different to most on the board, Semenova did not move me. Everything about her was great (her hight, lines, moves, partnering), but i kept on remembering Tereshkina, Kondaurova, Lopatkina... anyway, they are coming soon (not with Swan lake though).

see my edited post above, and bear in mind, the plot of the ballet is based in 19th(?) century, where there was no political (or sexual) correctness idea present...

Well, not through google translate (but as a native speaker), his acting and dancing ... "was called shy and school-boy like, confessing his forbidden love to his school-master... partners shyness and unreliability in lift caused a problem (acting-wise) for Diana. She, disarmed by (facing) the lack of harassment and pressure from the partner*, had to make a point of accentuating her character's sickness, her semi-fainting condition of a tuberculosis stricken courtesan explained the lacking passion of her lover. And only those lucky ones who saw her dancing this part with passionate Marcelo Gomes, knew what ecstatic dance the benefit was deprived of"... Malahov was also "not complemented" for performance... too tired too exhosted... only Desmond was Hurrayed.... The critic also didn't like all the other dancers and recommended just solo galas (difficult to agree with her... though i was not in the audience... but just the overall tone is very not positive ;-)) added afterwards after question "lack of harrasement" * as the author put it - the character was not politically incorectly demanding on the courtesan, was not pushing any demands on her was not (sexually) harrasing her... that's my understanding of "обезоруженной отсутствием домогательств"

just another one - for comparison - Vladimir Shklyarov (Mariinsky ballet) - from this thread (the 3rd clip of Mariinsky festival - on the 11th minute)

KSK, thank you so much, I enjoyed it SOOOOO much.

From a different thread - they JUST graduated from Vaganova Academy this year, and New Bolshoi Ballet Director Mr. Filin "stole" her for Bolshoi (offering a soloist position) - kudos to Filin (sad that he stopped dancing)

Ah, you're ABSOLUTELY right. Lopatkina is a MUST see. She doesn't have the same PR (and US agent) as Vishneva, but she's called "the soul of russian ballet" - ah, i wish she'd do the dying swan again.... I'd say, of what's announced - the cast is (promised to be) great..

My 2 cents (or rather $20-30:-)) Why not to do both? if money is the issue, you can get either a standing ticket or partial view one (I took one ticket like that for LHH for a matinee ;-)) You live only once ;-))

Let me ask you - how many times can you watch Wiched or the same broadway show. Over my 10 year in NYC, and probably over 15 broadway shows sees, only Phantom is the only one i've seen twice, and Chicago may be on a list of repeats. HOWEVER, as a NYC dweller, i refuse to pay the full price for broadway, with tons of promotions and corporate discounts offered i never paid the full price. And Baseball? - isn't it a billion dollar industry - one doesn't think of billion dollar industries when it comes to arts. And MET has standing section, where you can get (yes a standing "Seat" sounds funny) for $20-35. I am happy that you can afford your increased subscription... But i FEEL the pain of everyone posting here...

couldn't resist noting - Osipova is from a Moscow school, Part is a product of Vaganova school (St. Petersburg) the main source for Kirov/Mariinsky ballet. There was always a difference in style between the schools (however, it was a bit blended at Bolshoi as plenty of Mariinsky/Vaganov dancers moved to Bolshoi)...... and the second offtopic - Bolshoi is scheduled to bring its Coppelia to DC next May ;-))

I went yesterday (Osipova, Vasiliev, Simkin, Reyes). I would like to comment on light, decoration and staging. After intermission, i could barely see the legs of the dancers in dark pants/bottom, behind the grey solid background, and with minimal lightning - their legs were lost in twilight zone. SAD, I know the action was taking place at night, but there's a different way to stage/light it. I don't recall any nuance left in Bolshoi's production. Also, Bolshoi staging had a bit more variation between the husband (who wore flashy top and white pants) and the male dancer (white top, knee-high pants and long socks). Sitting at the back of the orchestra i was at times confused, who's who. I do miss the Bolshoi's decorations (but it looks like it's current MET's direction -with Opera and ballets - minimalistic decor) Overall, a very pleasant ballet for ABT, everyone danced so enthusiastically

I probably shouldn’t respond to the old song... But truth is more important. At the time of Mariinsky Canadian tour, Ms. Somova and Alessio Carbone (Paris Opera Ballet) were preparing for World premier of Benjamin Milliepid's new ballet, which was shown at YAGP 2011 Gala: "STARS OF TODAY MEET THE STARS OF TOMORROW". It might come out as off topic - for which i appologize to the board and forum.... Sorry, i was holding my comments to Angelique for a LONG TIME "But truth is more important." As a person to attended YAGP gala 2011, let me report - the piece was NOT performed...

It might be a demunitive nick name for Evgenia (full name). Genya/Zhenya, then Genechka, Genichka?

as per ITAR news, looks like Sergey Filin will Fill-in the spot (sorry couldn't resist the pun). I adored the dancer, and what he did with Stanislavsky's ballet is very impressive, and he's a great insightful smart person (from my once conversation with him after YAGP'10 in NYC). http://www.itar-tass.com/level2.html?NewsID=16062010&PageNum=0

Great idea about meeting (NYSusan & her ballet friends usually do that). I've tickets for every performance (call me crazy, but They are my MOST favorite) will be happy to meet any day. Happy St. Patric

just came back from the ticket office, the cheapest was $50 (family circle) or partial views for $40. Orchestra is $125. But on the bright side - i've got good seats

Vasiliev's name got dropped - guess there'll be only Ekaterina Kondaurova defending the Russian ballet presentation

Not sure where to post, but Zakharova had a baby girl (and pregnancy was cause of withdrawing from the London Tour). Congrats to a new mom. http://www.theartsdesk.com/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=3113:bolshoi-prima-and-violinist-repin-have-baby&Itemid=12

Mireille, did you check the above/prior post? it's all there (to the best of availability of information).

ah, what a great week it was. To start off - I'd Kill the Kennedy Center orchestra. They Scewed up way too much. They were WAY TOO SLOW in act 2 on Lopatkina night (I sensed it, and then Chistyakova confirmed it). They had a lot of problem with Tempo of the Orchestra that week whole time. and to Natalia's comment about the conductor being a Mariinsky conductor, my reply will be, well a jockey can only sting/beat a horse as much as he wishes, but if the horse is not inclined to speed up - what would you do? Actually on Sunday, they were slow for Vishneva in Act 2 at times (but not as badly as on Sat.night). So, to defend Lopatkina act 2 - a non-emotional Korsunsev and "sleeping" orchestra did not contribute to the best outcome. Describing the performances - I'd agree with NYSUSAN and Elizaveta. I'd prefer not to rank the 3 i've seen (Vishneva, Lopatkina, Tereshkina) They are all a bit different (oh, i've seen Somova dress-rehearsal and switched tickets ;-)). But out of 2 Vishneva/Fadeev preformances, the Tuesday was more moving. and i kept weeping in Act 2 of Tereshkina/Shklyarov. I adored Fadeev's performances (so happy that he's back dancing). I very much enjoyed Shklyarov & Shirinkina Pa De Deux. And it was Iosifidi (I was shocked how tall she was), as per people greeting her back-stage. Lovely lovely lovely - the whole run.

Well, Friday night & Sat 1:30 doen't have the "sold out" tags yet. but if you click on the tickets & availablitily - all categories are SOLD OUT..... Responding on the variation - the performer himself told that it's the original music of Adam and used to be danced, then got dropped. He prefers to dance it since Albreht doesn't have a lot of dancing in Act 1, and because it's a good variation. Well, some dancers go an extra mile (dance an extra variation ;-)) for sake of art. Looking forward to seeing it again.

NYSusan, Vladimir Shklyarov is listed with Shirinkina for Sunday for Peasant PDD (and they rehearsed yesterday - i didn't ask which piece). Didn't bring the brochure with me - it may have been Aleksei Timofeyev. http://www.mariinsky...ers4/timofeyev/ Lopatkina & Chistyakova's names were in the hotel roster ;-)) see you all there (at Kennedy Head?)

Saw Hallberg in the audience last night (was told he rehearses SL for Mariinsky's festival). Vishneva and (my favorite) Fadeev & Kondaurova were OUTSTANDING last night. Such great acting, so true. Great performance. Saw open rehearsal and (as hoped) swithced Fr. Night to Sat. Matinee to see Tereshkina & Shklyarov (who will add an additional vatiation in Act 1 (once composed by Sergeev and once danced years ago - he danced it so flawlessly & impressively during the Dress Rehearsal. PS: no mention was made of Valeria Martinyuk dancing instead of Shirinkina in Peasant pas de deux. Oksana Skorik (1 of 2 lead wilises) was elevating her legs higher than the rest though was asked to not do so at dress rehearsal