H. Stark, D. Dunn, & D. Durrett present the Shades

[Kathleen O'Connell]

I found this absolutely charming. Hayden Stark, Derek Dunn, and Daniel Durrett dance the three Shades variations from La Bayadere. 

It's not a send-up, and they're not imitating ballerinas: they're just dancing the variations as honestly as they can. I applaud both their respect for the style and their determination to honor it.

One random thought I had while watching this: tutus really do provide an excellent frame for the feet and legs. (As Louis XIV well knew ...) 

 

[vipa]

Well done - I've seen a lot worse!!